Today
in Little Rock
Monday, September 1st, 2025
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 1st of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Pulaski County deputies investigated a collision between a train and a vehicle in Wrightsville on Sunday afternoon, which left a female driver dead and a male passenger critically injured after transport to UAMS—Union Pacific confirmed the engineer was uninjured and the investigation is ongoing. FOX 16
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock City Director Ken Richardson has not attended board meetings for over 15 months, raising questions about his health (officials have yet to announce a return date). Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Razorbacks beat Alabama A&M 52-7 on Saturday in Fayetteville as quarterback Taylen Green threw a career-high six touchdown passes—Coach Sam Pittman said early mistakes need fixing. The team will prepare to face tougher FBS opponents on Sept. 6 in Little Rock. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Saturday, the Razorbacks beat Alabama A&M 52-7 to start the season. Quarterback Taylen Green threw four touchdown passes that helped rookie CJ Brown score his first touchdown catch during a 73-yard drive. THV 11
- ➤ Caleb Holt, a 5-star basketball prospect, finished his official visit to Fayetteville and said he got a great vibe from coach John Calipari’s program. His positive words may affect his decision for the 2026 season. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Arkansas Comic Con - Saturday Pass
10:00 – 11:30 AM — Statehouse Convention Center — Tickets start at $140 — Explore the vibrant world of comics and pop culture at this local convention.
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Mark Twain Tonight
1-2:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a slice of Americana with Emmy-Award Winning Actor Richard Thomas in a new production of Mark Twain Tonight!
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Ben Folds Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Hall — Tickets available — Experience an evening of pop music with Ben Folds and special guest Lindsey Kraft.
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Arkansas Times Fall Margarita Festival 2025
6-9 p.m. — Argenta Plaza — $40+ — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of margarita tasting and live music while supporting local bartenders.
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Reading is faster than listening. Doing is faster than watching.
~ Naval Ravikant
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