Good morning, Little Rock.

Two Little Rock churches have merged into one unified congregation+bringing together a black and white community after a bold leap of faith.

The new church now welcomes members with combined traditions+and shared leadership to strengthen local worship.

Pulaski County resident Bryan Burrow declined a judge's offer of 30 years behind bars because he wanted a second chance in a system where nearly half of released inmates return to prison + his decision comes amid Arkansas' third-highest incarceration rate.

Little Rock police arrested Larry Turner, 53, on Saturday night after responding to a domestic-related call and locating four non-life-threatening gunshot victims at Parris Towers, 1800 Broadway (one victim identified him as the shooter) and charged him with two counts of first-degree battery and firearm possession.

Recent BEA releases show Arkansas ranked first in real GDP for two quarters in late 2024 and fifth in the first quarter, proving that claims of a 49th-place ranking are unfounded—data also show our state led in agriculture and durable goods manufacturing to boost economic growth.

Nonprofit BRAKES will bring a teen driver safety program to Little Rock this weekend to teach emergency car control after the National Safety Council said crashes are the leading cause of teen deaths.

The training will let teens and their parents practice safe driving in a controlled parking lot — learning proper reactions to panic situations.

The Arkansas Department of Education has not yet presented new rules on Educational Freedom Accounts to the state Board of Education after it promised clearer guidelines in May—officials say the revised draft is still pending review.

Attorneys at Little Rock’s Federal Public Defender Office celebrated 30 years and now face financial headwinds and staffing shortages—while they remain optimistic and committed to serving their clients.

Jason Boland & The Stragglers Live

7-10 p.m. — Revolution Music Room — Ticket info not provided — Experience the reflective tunes of Jason Boland and the Stragglers as they perform from their latest album.

David Tribble Live Acoustic Show

3-9 p.m. — The Oyster Bar — Free entry — Enjoy amazing food and live music with Texarkana's own David Tribble.

AI Meetup with John Eddy

5:30-7 p.m. — The Flying Saucer — Free entry — Explore the transformative potential of AI in a casual setting with industry peers.

Guitar Wars III: Revenge of the Riffs Registration

11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. — Ron Robinson Theater — Free registration — Secure your spot for Guitar Wars III and snag a free pack of guitar strings.

Arkansas Kennel Club Dog Show

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Arkansas State Fair — Free admission — Discover an array of dog breeds and specialty vendors at this charming canine showcase.

The Amen Corner Performance

3-6 p.m. — Arkansas Repertory Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a compelling live theater performance at one of Little Rock's premier venues.

Theresa Caputo Live Show

7:30-9 p.m. — Robinson Center — Tickets available — Experience Theresa Caputo's incredible live reading and connect with the spirit world.

Wingstock Chicken Wing Festival

12:00 – 1:30 p.m. — Simmons Bank Arena — All-you-can-eat access — Dive into a chicken wing extravaganza with local vendors competing for the best wings.

Cliff & Susan at River Bottom Winery

4-10 p.m. — River Bottom Winery — Cost Info — Experience the dynamic sounds of a married international duo, Cliff & Susan, with their piano, fiddle, and guitar.