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Tuesday, May 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Chef Jennifer Maune, a nationally acclaimed Master Chef finalist, will open Restaurant Fleur on the first floor of the Bob R. Brooks Jr. Justice Building in Little Rock. Renovations are underway—her French-American restaurant will offer a seasonal menu in January 2026. ABC 7
- ➤ Chef Jennifer Maune, a MasterChef finalist and Arkansas native, will soon open her first restaurant in downtown Little Rock—her debut venue. The restaurant will offer dishes that reflect her nationally acclaimed cooking style. THV 11
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock police announced on Monday the names of four victims involved in a Saturday shooting at 3010 South Cross Street—21-year-old Sergio Toney died at the scene while Demario Harvey, Jason Davis, and Brody Hill received hospital treatment; the investigation is ongoing. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The North Little Rock School District has proposed a $127.8 million plan to fix school buildings and improve safety for students and staff. The plan will build a new middle school, update a historic facility, and add a sports center—funded by a 4-mills tax increase with early voting starting tomorrow and the election on May 13. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kendra Pruitt—the chief of staff to Mayor Frank Scott Jr. since 2022—resigned on Monday as the city announced her departure. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Today, as lawmakers ended the 95th General Assembly session, Franklin County residents and Senator Bryan King voiced opposition to a proposed 3,000-bed prison—citing concerns over the site's cost—and urged Governor Sanders to divert $75 million to expand the Calico Rock prison, while Senate Pro Tempore Bart Hester maintained that current funding for planning work should let the project move forward. THV 11
SPORTS NEWS
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Weekly Improv Comedy Show
8-9:30 p.m. — The Joint Comedy Theater — $15 — Enjoy a night of improv comedy inspired by classics like 'Whose Line Is It Anyway?'.
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Hero Hustle Family Fun Run
8-11 a.m. — Cook's Landing Park — Youth pricing starts at $15 — Unleash your inner superhero in a fun-filled family run with races for all ages and fabulous costumes.
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Circus at the Symphony
3:00-4:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Tickets available — Experience a thrilling musical journey featuring classic circus-themed compositions performed by the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra.
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On Golden Pond
6:30 p.m. — The Joint Comedy Theater — Tickets required — A heartfelt exploration of love and the challenges of aging through the summer retreat of a cherished couple.
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Sal Vulcano Live Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Tickets from $47 — Experience a night of laughter with comedian Sal Vulcano at the Robinson Center Music Hall.
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2025 Arkansas Rural Development Conference
8:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Robinson Center — Registration fees apply — Explore resources and insights for rural community development from industry leaders.
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Arkansas Times Tacos & Tequila 2025
6-9 p.m. — Argenta Plaza — $45+ — Taste amazing tacos and tequila while voting for the Golden Taco Trophy.
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Ian Munsick Concert
6-9 p.m. — First Security Amphitheater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of Ian Munsick on his Horses Are Faster tour.
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The Arkansas Acton Children's Business Fair
5-10 p.m. — 120 Riverfront Park Dr, North Little Rock, AR — Free entry — Experience a vibrant marketplace of young entrepreneurs aged 6-18 showcasing their creativity and business skills.
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Little Rock Grappling & BJJ Championship
8 AM – 5 PM — Barton Coliseum — Registration required — Compete in the exciting no-gi and gi divisions of the NAGA championships.
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