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Wednesday, September 4th, 2024
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock approves $275,000 for Arkansas River Trail renovations to enhance over 40 miles of biking and pedestrian paths, with funding from a federal grant and voter-approved bond. THV 11
- ➤ The Little Rock Police Department is seeking public assistance to find 16-year-old Aaron Sanchez, last seen in Little Rock. THV 11
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock's Sue Cowan Williams Library temporarily closed due to $15,000 in damages from an attempted arson, with a suspect hiding in the building overnight. THV 11
- ➤ Former Monroe County district court judge, Thomas David Carruth, was convicted for making false statements regarding soliciting sex from a defendant's girlfriend. ABC 7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ VetMobile, a mobile veterinary clinic, offers comprehensive at-home pet care in Central Arkansas to address the ongoing veterinarian shortage and enhance pet healthcare accessibility. THV 11
- ➤ In Arkansas, a group pushing for expanded medical marijuana access submits over 39,000 signatures to get their proposal on the ballot, despite legal challenges. FOX 16
- ➤ The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences receives a $3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to train childcare workers in Arkansas and Louisiana on promoting better eating habits among children. ABC 7
- ➤ Khi Ellison, living with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, aims to inspire others as she begins a career in the health field, pursuing speech-language pathology. FOX 16
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Ray Lewis addresses the Little Rock Touchdown Club, sharing insights on overcoming a tough childhood to achieve NFL greatness and the importance of personal development beyond sports. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Café and Conversation in French
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Jamestown Revival Concert at First Security Amphitheater
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Book Speed Dating Event
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Steel Pulse Live at First Security Amphitheater
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RnB Only Live Concert
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Plain White T's with The Used and Raue
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13th Annual Main Street Food Truck Festival in Little Rock
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Classic Golf Tournament at Pleasant Valley Country Club
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