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Sunday, June 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock mother Karisha Grisby was given a 35-year prison term for letting her 16-year-old son fatally shoot Devin Jones near the Ronald McDonald House in 2023—police linked her to the crime using shell casings and license plates. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Theodore Marcus Sanders was a Little Rock architect who studied in Illinois and Paris and returned in 1903 to design many notable buildings including the Ada Thompson Memorial Home and Woman's City Club—several of which have been nominated to the National Register of Historic Places. He served as a long-time partner in a firm that evolved into Cromwell Architects Engineers and helped shape our city’s historic landscape. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Mutants Fest will return to Little Rock venues from Thursday to Saturday with heavy metal bands like Rwake, Pallbearer, and the Body performing at Stickyz Rock 'n' Roll Chicken Shack, Rev Room, and Ron Robinson Theater. Organizer Christopher 'C.T.' Terry said the tenth edition will include a brunch and vendor market—offering acoustic sets and a mix of music for fans. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ SOMA Pride will return to downtown Little Rock on Saturday, June 7, with a street festival running from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and a parade beginning at noon—this year’s event includes expanded programming and will feature Miss Major as Grand Marshal, building on last year’s turnout of over 14,000 attendees. KARK
- ➤ Recent studies show that millennials and Gen Zers in central Arkansas use libraries to borrow real books—making them a key group for these community spaces. CALS released its new strategic plan on May 22 to improve services and programs—addressing the rising need for social and learning hubs in the region. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Postal Service’s National Dog Bite Awareness Campaign begins today to help dog owners secure pets and keep postal workers safe after more than 6,000 bite incidents occurred last year. The month-long campaign offers clear tips on managing dogs during mail delivery — a step meant to protect workers and our community. KARK
- ➤ Residents at a town hall meeting last week in southwest Little Rock expressed frustration over slow police response times and difficulties reaching non-emergency services as Arkansas Community Organizations hosted the event at the Southwest Community Center. Community leaders plan to meet with Chief Heath Helton for policy changes while police officials maintain that new strategies are needed — including maintaining two community resource officers in each patrol division. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Our House will host its annual Summer Kick-Off — Health and Wellness Fair on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 302 East Roosevelt Road, launching a 10‑week summer program for over 150 homeless and near‑homeless school-aged youth while local partners offer free health screenings and wellness resources. KARK
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UALR earned its first NCAA Tournament win on Saturday in Baton Rouge when the Trojans beat Rhode Island 22 to 10 with nine extra-base hits—this win came a day after a loss to LSU. Coach Chris Curry said the team will face Dallas Baptist today at 2 p.m. Central as it builds on this record-setting milestone. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Virtual Tour of Senior Living
9 AM – 7 PM — Vitality Living Pleasant Hills — Free entry — Explore top-rated senior living with exceptional care and engaging activities.
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Demola Live Concert
8:00 – 11:59 p.m. — The Hall — Cost not specified — Enjoy a lively performance with Demola that promises great entertainment.
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