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Sunday, May 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ UAMS hosted a community donation drive at the Milk Bank on Monroe Street on Saturday morning during Mother's Day weekend. The event collected donations to provide pasteurized donor milk for sick infants—tens of thousands of feedings have been provided since the program began in 2023. KARK
- ➤ The Buzz held its 21st Annual Doublebee's Buzz-B-Q on May 10 at the Downtown Riverside RV Park in North Little Rock where over 50 teams competed in barbecue cook-offs for over $10,000 in cash and prizes—proceeds that benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities of Arkansas and North Louisiana. The event featured judging in categories such as pork, ribs, chicken, sauce, brisket, and side dish and included live music with a People’s Choice vote. ABC 7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Texas man named Lavert Hart was sentenced in federal court in Little Rock to 8 years in prison for stealing an ATM cassette with $100,000 from a Batesville bank maintenance crew on April 15, 2022; he will also serve 3 years of supervised release and pay $100,000 in restitution. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bernie Babcock from Little Rock launched the Little Rock Sketch Book in July 1906 as a quarterly periodical that showcased local arts and promoted nearby businesses—each issue featured articles on community institutions and profiles of local figures. She later published over 40 novels and became the first Arkansas woman in Authors and Writers Who’s Who before working in Chicago and returning home to support local culture. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new series showcases local brunch spots in Riverdale—Hillcrest and Pulaski Heights by listing addresses, hours, and contact numbers as part of a monthlong guide. The roundup will expand to cover other parts of the city in the coming weeks. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The longtime owners of Batesville Motor Speedway put the historic dirt track up for sale and planned to finish the season while searching for a buyer who would preserve its racing legacy—rejecting offers that would have replaced it with a subdivision. Owner Mooney Starr said his passion for the sport made him unsure about the sale, leaving local racers worried about the track’s future. ABC 7
- ➤ University of Arkansas coach Sam Pittman said he likes his Razorbacks roster for its speed, skill, and athleticism after spring drills—though he noted concerns about defensive line and safety depth. The team will open the season with campus games against Alabama A&M and Arkansas State before starting SEC road play at Ole Miss. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Beatles Vs. Stones Tribute Show
6:30-8 p.m. — Robinson Center — Tickets required — Experience the legendary rivalry between the Beatles and the Rolling Stones in a night of tribute performances.
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Bree Ogden Live at JJ’s Grill
6-8 p.m. — JJ’s Grill Little Rock — Family-friendly event — Enjoy the soulful tunes of Nashville-bound Arkansas native, Bree Ogden.
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The Big (Trail) Run
11:30 p.m. — Western Hills Park — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Global Running Day with a fun trail run across one of the best running surfaces.
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