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Monday, May 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 19th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 25th Annual Teddy Bear Run rolled through Little Rock—delivering about 1,000 teddy bears to the Pulaski County Sheriff's Department to comfort children who experienced traumatic events. Organized by the Ladies of Harley's Central Arkansas HOG Chapter, the event saw its largest turnout as multiple groups and dozens of motorcycles joined for community outreach. ABC 7
- ➤ Pulaski County will host summer meal programs to help students who may go hungry after school ends — the Pulaski County Special School District will offer meal boxes from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. from June 12 to July 31 at local schools — while the Central Arkansas Library System and North Little Rock Public Library System will serve on-site meals for kids and teens from early June through August. The programs target local families in need during the summer break. ABC 7
- ➤ The Pulaski County Fair is underway at Riverfront Park in North Little Rock where over 100 carnival workers—including vendors, security, and ride operators—are working to keep the event safe and fun. Hosted by Oaklawn Hot Springs, the fair began Friday and will run until May 26. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ North Little Rock Police investigated a homicide on May 17 around 9:08 p.m. near Camp Robinson Road and Oakview Drive after officers responded to a shooting and found an adult male with a gunshot wound who later died—detectives are now questioning a person of interest. ABC 7
- ➤ A Montana man who claimed to be God was sentenced on Wednesday to six years in prison by a federal judge in Little Rock for a 2021 robbery at a U.S. Bank branch in North Little Rock that netted $2,145 — he pleaded guilty on January 15. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas royalty owners in the Fayetteville Shale may see changes in their payments when a new law takes effect in August, which could affect their future earnings. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Rock Town Roller Derby is a local team of women from many jobs who practice twice a week at Arkansas Skatium in Little Rock and have a scrimmage on Wednesday at 7 p.m. The league will play more matches this year and welcomes new skaters to attend meet-and-greet sessions—providing a fun way to learn the sport. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Electric Avenue - The 80's MTV Experience
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Hall — $52/ea — Get ready to relive the vibrant 80's MTV era with a spectacular concert experience.
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Lil Poppa Live Concert
8:00 p.m. — Little Rock Hall — Affordable tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of Lil Poppa in an unforgettable live event.
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