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Friday, May 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cheryl's Diner in Cabot now honors active duty and retired military with special discounts as part of its commitment to local veterans; the diner draws guests with hearty meals and its famous chocolate gravy made with butter and love (as noted by manager Cindy Bryant). THV 11
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities with the North Little Rock Police Department confirmed an officer-involved shooting occurred on the 4000 block of E. McCain Blvd early Thursday morning and said investigators are gathering more details. ABC 7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ White Hall High School secretary Leslie Mitchell was honored at a surprise in-school graduation ceremony after earning her bachelor's degree from the University of Arkansas—attended by Principal Nathan Sullivan and Arkansas Secretary of Education Jacob Oliva. Mitchell said she plans to use her degree to seek a role as assistant girls basketball coach while teaching health and PE. THV 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Supreme Court ordered Attorney General Tim Griffin's lawsuit against the Board of Corrections to continue after it was dismissed in January, stating that the circuit court abused its discretion—Griffin said the decision defends the Freedom of Information Act. ABC 7
- ➤ On Thursday, the board voted to approve a $175,000 plan to install a Texas-based company’s non-lethal electric wires to keep pigeons from roosting on Roberts Library in downtown Little Rock, which had forced costly cleanings. The new system will start working the day after installation and comes with a one-year warranty. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas utility regulators explained how bills are set based on factors like generation, transmission, distribution, labor and taxes (with new methods like CWIP enabled by the Generating Arkansas Jobs Act). Experts and lawmakers use detailed analysis and review to balance the need for reliable power with keeping charges low. THV 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new Urgent Care Walk In Clinic for veterans is set to open in June at the North Little Rock VA at 2200 Fort Roots Drive after a celebratory ribbon cutting last Monday. The clinic will provide walk in treatments for urgent needs like colds, flu, minor injuries, and fractures—aiming to reduce wait times at the Veteran Emergency Department. ABC 7
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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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River City Run/Walk 5K
7:29-9:30 a.m. — Burns Park Soccer Complex — Registration fee required — Lace up your sneakers to support a great cause while honoring community values.
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DAD GAMES 2025
3:00 p.m. — Dave & Buster's Little Rock — Ticket required — Epic arcade competition for dads and families with prizes and fun galore!
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Logan Crosby: Rock the Country
12-4 a.m. — Arkansas State Fair — Tickets required — Experience Logan Crosby's soulful country storytelling with a modern twist.
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