Good morning, Little Rock.

Arkansas ranks 45th nationally for overall child well-being in the 2025 KIDS COUNT Data Book (released Monday by the Annie E.

Casey Foundation). Child poverty dropped by 7,000 since 2019 but remains at 21% (with Black children facing a 43% rate), showing ongoing disparities.

Beloved Dale's Donut Shop in Saline County has been listed for sale after 40 years of serving a loyal customer base - interested buyers may call 501-303-0733 for details.

Monday marks 30 years since Morgan Nick went missing from a small Alma ballfield — her mother Colleen now believes she has identified a suspect through DNA testing as police continue to follow leads, with the Arkansas State Capitol lit in pink in her memory.

Little Rock police investigated a homicide at Sandhurst Circle after responding at 9:09 p.m. Sunday night—officers found a man with a gunshot wound at the West Markham and University intersection who later died at a local hospital.

Amazon chose the Port of Little Rock for a new 950,000-square-foot warehouse with a $151 million investment that will be finished within 18 months—this project will add hundreds of jobs and build on the company’s existing facility.

Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced Monday that some state employees in the executive branch will receive merit pay raises based on performance ratings—those scoring three will receive a 1% increase and those scoring four will receive a 3% increase.

The raises apply to workers in their current department since Jan. 2 and Act 499, which raises pay for two-thirds of executives, will take effect on July 1.

Matt Jones and Bubba Carpenter discuss the Razorbacks’ super regional sweep of Tennessee — they look ahead at Arkansas’ road to Omaha for the College World Series.

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.

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.

Demola Live Concert

8:00 – 11:59 p.m. — The Hall — Cost not specified — Enjoy a lively performance with Demola that promises great entertainment.

Arkansas Twisters Football Game

7-10 p.m. — Interstate Park — Ticket required — Experience the thrill of fast-paced eight-man football with the Arkansas Twisters in Little Rock.

Reverend Horton Heat Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Hall — $34.48-$58.69 — Enjoy a night of rockabilly and rock music with Reverend Horton Heat and Jason D Williams.