Good morning, Little Rock.

Local businesses are hosting World Cup watch parties today with events spanning outdoor viewing, food trucks, and sponsor displays.

Dugan’s Pub, Hill Station, and Soccer Center are setting the stage — inviting fans to support the U.S. team in a citywide celebration.

Google held a closed-door meeting at the Little Rock Regional Chamber office Thursday morning to discuss its plan to build a large data center at the Port of Little Rock.

The tech giant said it will host more public meetings to engage local voices.

Six new members, including two posthumous inductees, will be honored at the Arkansas Jazz Hall of Fame ceremony on Monday at Dreamland Ballroom in Little Rock.

Admission is $40 for music enthusiasts to celebrate the state’s historic jazz legacy.

The Arkansas Cinema Society will show 'The Invite' from A24 on June 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (501 E.

Ninth St) in Little Rock. The film stars Olivia Wilde, Seth Rogen, Penélope Cruz and Edward Norton.

Gasoline prices in Arkansas have dropped by up to 25 cents per gallon, but local business owners like Rick Breaux at Frances Flower Shop report that higher pump prices still strain operations — they say full relief will come only when fuel costs normalize.

Several Central Arkansas school districts are letting third graders who did not meet new literacy standards advance with exemptions under the LEARNS Act.

Springdale allowed nearly 97% of its underperforming students to move on while tutoring + retests continue until June 30.

The Little Rock School Board is set to vote on a proposal to allocate funds from surplus property sales (including the former Meadowcliff Elementary) toward a new softball field for Central High.

The move aims to address facility gaps as part of the district's effort to meet Title IX.

Michael Boren, U.S. Forest Service undersecretary, visited Ouachita National Forest last week in Hot Springs and worked on the Charlton Trail.

He praised the dedicated staff for boosting outdoor recreation and forest health — a focus that supports local wellbeing.

The CALS board finalized a 16-member recommendation committee (11 board and 5 community members) on Thursday to recommend a candidate to replace retiring executive director Nate Coulter.

Arkansas’ Sanu Jallow-Lockhart set a new NCAA prelim record in the 800-meter while her team advanced seven of eight entries into finals at the NCAA Outdoor Championships in Eugene.

The Razorbacks will compete in five events tomorrow with finals starting at 7:02 p.m. on ESPN2.

Arkansas baseball pitching coach Matt Hobbs has been named an assistant coach for Team USA's Collegiate National Team tryouts in Cary, North Carolina and will coach at the World Collegiate Baseball Championship in Taichung City from July 11-15.

He said the role fulfills a lifelong dream.

K-POP Warriors Live Show

4-8 p.m. — Wally Allen Ballroom — Tickets required — Experience a high-energy, family-friendly show filled with K-Pop music and dance battles.

Buena Vibra Fest

12-10 p.m. — Tavern 65th — Tickets available — Experience Little Rock's biggest Latin day party with live music, dance classes, and more.

Rod Man Live Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Loony Bin Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Rod Man's live performance.

Treat Trot Little Rock 15K

7-11 a.m. — Burns Park Soccer Complex — Registration includes swag — Enjoy a fun 15K with great snacks and live results.

Demola Live Concert

6-9 p.m. — 721 W 9th St, Little Rock, AR — Ticket prices include all fees — Experience an electrifying performance from international violinist Demola blending genres from Afrobeats to Classical.

Singin' In The Rain Sr.

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Wildwood Park for the Arts — Tickets from $32 — Experience a can't-miss live show that brings the classic musical to life.

Mike Paramore Live Comedy

8-11 p.m. — Loony Bin Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Mike Paramore's stand-up performance.

The Crème De La Crème - Little Rock

8 p.m.-1 a.m. — Little Rock Marriott — 25+ to enter — Experience a soulful and eclectic cocktail party with live performances by DON DEIGO & NICK HUD.

Louisiana Krewe vs Little Rock Rangers Soccer Match

6-8 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Watch Louisiana Krewe take on Little Rock Rangers in an exciting USL League Two showdown.

Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Evening — Arkansas Repertory Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a dazzling musical rendition of the beloved Biblical story with diverse musical styles.