Today
in Little Rock
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 19-year-old Cozy was adopted by Tim and Anna Dietrich on Monday after spending nearly 15 years — 5,429 days — in foster care; the new family celebrated by visiting a park and enjoying his favorite meal. FOX 16
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jay Duplass came to Arkansas today to give a talk called 'How to Make Movies in the Apocalypse' that explained how filmmakers must keep creating even when the film world is tough—he shared his story from early struggles to a Sundance breakthrough. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Plaintiffs in a federal lawsuit contesting a state law that requires the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms have asked a federal judge for permission to add the Conway Public School District to the case. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Gov. Sanders and the Arkansas Economic Development Commission announced 65 grants totaling $11.9 million from Community Development Block and Rural Community Grant programs to fund infrastructure projects—such as water improvements, wastewater upgrades, and road repairs—across the state. FOX 16
- ➤ On Friday, a federal court filing asked to add Conway schools to a lawsuit challenging a law that requires classrooms to display the 10 Commandments. Conway parents said the rule forces their children to see religious messages they do not support—especially since a temporary injunction on Aug. 4 blocked the law in other districts. FOX 16
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas basketball's 5-star target Caleb Holt will make an official visit to Fayetteville during the Alabama A&M football game weekend from Aug 29—31. He is the No. 6 overall recruit, the No. 2 small forward nationally for class 2026, and he played for the USA team that won the FIBA U19 World Cup. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Gordy McKeown of Little Rock advanced at the U.S. Senior Amateur at Oak Hills Country Club—he held a 3-up lead against Sweden’s Goran Hagegard and will face Joe Sawaia at 9:20 a.m. today. Little Rock’s Jack O’Keefe lost his first-round match to Spain’s Jacobo Cestino after a close contest. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Library Makerspace Event
12-6 p.m. — Ottenheimer Library — Free event — Discover hands-on academic resources aimed at inspiring innovation and collaboration within the UA Little Rock community.
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2025 Arkansas State Championship Horse Show
8 AM - 3 PM — Arkansas State Fair — Admission prices vary — Experience the largest open horse show in the U.S. with fun-filled family activities.
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Avery Sunshine Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Hall — $— Experience the soulful blend of R&B, soul, and jazz from Avery Sunshine during Uncles and Aunties Weekend.
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Citizen Soldier Concert
9 AM - 1 PM — 721 W 9th St, Little Rock, AR — Tickets available — Enjoy a performance with a purpose as proceeds support mental health in the music community.
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Cliff & Susan Live at WXYZ Bar
7 PM – 1 AM — WXYZ Bar — Entry not specified — Enjoy the unique sounds of a married international duo with piano, fiddle, and guitar.
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Here Come The Mummies Concert
6:30-9:05 PM — 721 W 9th St, Little Rock, AR — Ticket prices vary — Experience the ‘Terrifying Funk from Beyond the Grave’ with an eight-piece band of ancient mummies.
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Board Game Social Night
5:45-7:45 p.m. — Caverns & Forests Board Game Café — $5 entry — Enjoy conversation and games while practicing your French in a friendly atmosphere.
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Waka Flocka Flame Concert
4:00–5:30 p.m. — Little Rock River Market — Ticket required — Enjoy an energetic end-of-summer concert filled with vibrant performances and a festive atmosphere.
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Elevation Rhythm Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Hall — Tickets available — Experience contemporary Christian and pop music at this uplifting event.
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Cliff & Susan LIVE at Birdies NLR
7-10 p.m. — Birdies Cabaret Theater and Lounge — Tickets available — Enjoy live music from an internationally acclaimed married duo with a unique blend of piano, fiddle, and guitar.
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