Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of June.
Good morning, Little Rock.
Sleep Number Corp filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and will sell its assets to retail partner Sleep Country Canada Inc. as it faces weak demand and tariff issues.
The company will keep its six Arkansas stores, including one in Little Rock, operating during a rapid court-supervised sale process.
Grammy-winning blues singer Bobby Rush was honored last Saturday with the unveiling of a historical marker in his hometown of Sherrill + the marker, launched by the Arkansas River Delta Blues Project and Billy Jeter in partnership with Arkansas Originals, celebrated his lasting impact on local blues music.
At Lonoke High School, educators and local businesses are teaming up to give students hands-on career training that readies them for work after graduation.
The program uses real tools (like farm and welding equipment) to help students build skills and support their families.
Lawmakers, federal officials, and actor Kevin Costner met in Hot Springs on Friday to discuss a bill to extend funding for public lands maintenance.
The proposal builds on the Great American Outdoors Act 250, which has already supported projects in Arkansas + would boost visitor access.
Washington County native Margaret Pittman spearheaded vaccine research that set potency standards for the pertussis vaccine at the NIH (National Institutes of Health) and helped lower childhood illness; her contributions are honored through an NIH lectureship and a Hendrix College professorship.
The historic Pike-Fletcher-Terry House, built in 1840 on Rock Street and known for hosting civic events and celebrations, is now for sale — the property sits vacant while its future restoration or repurposing remains uncertain.
Mark Kelley led his team as head coach for the first time at Pulaski Academy during the Shootout of the South held Friday in Little Rock.
The tournament featured 12 local teams and Daryl Patton (former White Hall coach) as Kelley aims to restore regional prominence by expanding school participation.
UALR hired Travis Ford to lead the men's basketball team after a decade of low attendances at the 5,600-seat Jack Stephens Center (Ford has a strong coaching record from previous teams).
Athletic director Frank Cuervo says Ford’s youthful energy and experience is expected to spark an immediate turnaround in the program.
Arkansas men's track team won the NCAA outdoor championship in Eugene on Friday, earning its first recognized outdoor title since 2003 and boosting its count to 53 overall.
Coach Doug Case became the first in his debut season to sweep both conference and NCAA indoor and outdoor titles since 1982.
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.
Junk Journaling Workshop
4-5 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Argenta Public Library — Free entry — Discover the joy of screen-free creativity while transforming paper scraps into unique art.
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