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Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Two years after a tornado damaged Burns Park in 2023, the park has recovered and reopened Funland this spring, where families enjoyed new handicapped-accessible rides + the popular children's train. The park, covering 1,700 acres, now hosts sports tournaments + group events for community visitors. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Officials are searching for Grant Hardin—an escaped former police chief from an Arkansas prison—who is considered extremely dangerous. THV 11
- ➤ Officers responded to a shooting on May 22 at 4805 Lovett Drive where one man sustained gunshot wounds — suspect Jacob Goff-Stanick fled during a North Little Rock traffic stop and exchanged gunfire with officers before being arrested and questioned on May 24. ABC 7
- ➤ Saline County Judge Matt Brumley released photos showing vandalism on the new Southwest Trail where equipment from James A. Rogers Excavating was damaged—one machine found partly submerged in a creekbed—and he offered an $11,000 reward for any tip leading to a conviction. ABC 7
- ➤ A woman died and two others were injured in a shooting in Holly Grove (this weekend) (no further details have been released). THV 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gold Star families, veterans and community members gathered in Little Rock Monday to remember those who lost their lives in U.S. military service — the ceremony featured taps and personal reflections, including Sharri Briley honoring her husband, Donovan Briley, who was killed in action over Mogadishu. The event served as a tribute to the sacrifice of all who served with honor. KARK
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Little Rock Open starts today at Rebsamen Tennis Center on the west side after qualifying rounds were delayed by Memorial Day weather, with top seed Mitchell Krueger set to defend his title in the ATP Challenger event. The free tournament supports the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute’s bone marrow program and will run through Sunday — offering local fans a chance to see international professional tennis up close. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Mammoth Caravan and Direwolf Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — The Joint Comedy Theater — No Refunds — Get ready for a night of thrilling metal with Mammoth Caravan and Direwolf.
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