Good morning, Little Rock.

Bray Gourmet's smoked turkey spread will return to Kroger shelves by the end of the week in Little Rock after a packaging delay — the product remains available at the downtown deli on 323 Center St.

The restaurant now called The Loca Luna — located at 3519 Old Cantrell Road — reopens after months-long renovations with a refreshed menu that keeps familiar favorites alongside new dishes.

It now serves lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch at varied operating hours.

Shorty Small’s now runs the food service at Bark Bar & Grille at 1201 S.

Spring St. with a limited menu including cheeseburgers, catfish, and ribs on one day a week, and plans to open a new brick-and-mortar location soon.

Academy Award-winning actor Matthew McConaughey will be honored on Aug.

14 at Filmland in Little Rock—he will receive the Variety Legend & Groundbreaker Award during a screening of The Rivals of Amziah King followed by a Q&A with Arkansas Cinema Society co-founder Jeff Nichols.

Friends of the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center and Juneteenth in Da Rock hosted the inaugural Juneteenth Crown and Culture Showcase that honored young leaders from Central Arkansas for academics, service, leadership and cultural engagement.

Local families and community leaders celebrated the next generation of change-makers.

The Sherwood Public Education Foundation is studying a split from PCSSD after the board passed resolutions last week—and the foundation will meet Tuesday night to discuss a feasibility study that could lead to a separate district by 2030.

A legislative panel advanced rules to change the Educational Freedom Account program for the 2026-27 year on Monday by lowering the rollover cap (from $20,000 to $8,500) and adjusting athletic spending requirements; the full council will vote on the proposals Friday.

A new children's book by Christine Lin and Elizabeth Waldrum helps guide kids in processing loss with discussion prompts and illustrations by local artist Lacye Day.

It is designed for pre-K to early elementary readers and offers a resource for understanding ambiguous loss.

UAMS students provided free dental cleanings and oral health education to children at the Summer of Smiles event on West 10th Street in Little Rock.

The program served patients (aged 3 to 17) and promoted lasting dental care practices.

Bradley Sturdivant, a Razorbacks offensive line commit, reflected on his late grandfather Bill Bryant over the weekend during his official visit to Arkansas as he honored his grandfather’s love for the Hogs.

He became the first Razorbacks 2027 commitment after receiving his scholarship offer on Jan. 16.

At Monday's Big Miller camp at Summerwood Sports in Alexander, Lamar Coach Kaleb McAnally said his boys improved defensively against larger schools — a promising sign as they refine their offense ahead of continued play at the event.

Wills Maginnis, an All-Sun Belt third baseman from Georgia State (brother to high school standout Hayes), has committed to join the Razorbacks after visiting campus last Friday and Saturday.

He chose Arkansas over offers from Mississippi State and Georgia Tech to boost his career in a prestigious conference.

Russian big man Ilia Frolov is heading to the US to complete paperwork to join Arkansas basketball for the 2026-27 season, according to Russian journalists.

He could join coach John Calipari & the Razorbacks if the paperwork clears.

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.

J & The Causeways Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — Stickyz Rock'n'Roll Chicken Shack — $10 cover — Experience an evening of original soulful tunes with J & The Causeways.