Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
Good morning, Little Rock.
Scott Hamilton and Maxwell Brown reported that a women's entrepreneur tea and pitch event will take place this month in Little Rock — offering local women a chance to network and share their business ideas.
Key Fletcher and Brian Rodgers with the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center discussed plans for Juneteenth in Da Rock—a local festival celebrating African American heritage—to inform community members.
More details on the event’s date and location will be shared soon.
Arkansas' unemployment rate held at 4.3% for April as the labor force dropped by 853 workers, state Commerce and Labor officials reported Friday.
Employment reached a record high for a fourth month in a row while labor participation slipped to 59.1%.
Hayden Balgavy & Karen Fuller presented Arkansas’s morning headlines on Friday, May 22, which included updates on charter school improvement plans in the community.
Sherwood education advocates are pushing to split from the Pulaski County Special School District after a federal desegregation case ended in February, commissioning a feasibility study to assess the plan's viability.
The proposal awaits district board and state approval, with voters set to decide on forming a Sherwood school district.
The historic Pike-Fletcher-Terry House — known as Terry Mansion — is listed for sale at $995,000 at 411 E.
7th St. in the MacArthur Park Historic District. The property served as a museum until 2013 and remains in good condition after past legal disputes.
The Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America will host its Achieve The Dream Event from May 29 to 31 at the Statehouse Convention Center to help residents secure affordable home loans without down payments or fees.
Anyone can join regardless of income or previous home buying experience.
Arkansas baseball coach Dave Van Horn and players Camden Kozeal + Gabe Gaeckle discussed their SEC Tournament win over Texas during a press conference on Friday.
Montana 700 Live Performance
9-11:59 p.m. — Shooters Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a live set from Dallas artist Montana 700 over Memorial Day weekend.
Steel Magnolias
7:00 p.m. — Arkansas Repertory Theatre — Tickets from $25 — Experience heartwarming humor and deep friendships in a Southern classic.
Southern Soul Lovers Tour
7-10 p.m. — Robinson Center — Discounted tickets available for students and seniors — Enjoy an evening of Southern soul music featuring Sir Charles Jones and friends.
Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k
Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k — All day — North Little Rock, AR — Entry fee required — Run through the scenic roads of North Little Rock with various distances available for all ages.
Home for Healing Golf Classic Tournament
11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — Chenal Country Club — Registration fee required — Swing for a cause in this charity golf tournament supporting patients and caregivers.
38 Special Concert
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Simmons Bank Arena — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience the legendary Southern rock sounds of 38 Special live in concert.
The Big Kahuna 5K & 10K
Run Series Pick of the Month — Saturday — North Little Rock, Arkansas — $10 off entry with code — Grab your shades and lace up for a fun community race featuring multiple distances and a kids run.
Brunch, Laughter & Vibes with Lance Gross
3-5 p.m. — The Nut House Comedy Lounge — Free brunch — Enjoy an afternoon of laughter and great food with actor Lance Gross at Arkansas' first black-owned comedy club.
Multi-Vertical Business Networking
6-8 p.m. — Bark Bar & Grille — Limited Tickets — Network with professionals across various industries and make valuable connections.
The Dink Minor League Pickleball
Time TBA — Little Rock Athletic Club — Cost varies — Compete and have fun on 7 courts with friends and fellow pickleball enthusiasts.
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