Good morning, Little Rock.

Today and on May 31, the Little Rock Animal Village will host a free adoption event at 4500 Kramer Street—adoption fees are waived and all animals leaving the shelter will be sterilized, vaccinated and microchipped.

FBI agents in Little Rock announced a reward of $10,000 for tips leading to the arrest of Grant Hardin, a 56-year-old escapee who fled from the North Central Unit in Calico Rock on Sunday afternoon—he has been added to the bureau’s Most Wanted list as investigators work to locate him.

Little Rock police have activated a Silver Alert for 23-year-old Melanie McMillian who was last seen near the Latinos Barbershop at around 5:15 p.m. on Forbing Road/Geyer Springs Road—she is described as 5’7” tall, weighs about 215 pounds, has red hair and brown eyes, and was wearing a black shirt, black leggings, and black/white tennis shoes—and they urge anyone with information to call 5013714829.

Little Rock's metro region posted a five-year GDP growth of 25.92%, ranking second among its peer cities in a new report using Federal Reserve Bank data.

Employment increased 7.53% and added 27,893 jobs as major companies like Amazon and Trex boosted local investments — fueling steady economic growth.

A new report by the Policy Center for Maternal Mental Health says that 15 Arkansas counties are at high risk, with 20% of the state facing maternal mental health issues.

The study looked at Census data and factors (like domestic violence and bad mental health days) to show that 84% of birthing-aged women live in areas with few resources.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.