Today
in Little Rock
Monday, September 8th, 2025
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A person was injured Sunday after being hit by a train on the 1100 block of North Street near the train trellis that crosses the river — Union Pacific stopped the train and responders took the victim to a hospital. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Alexander man named Kenny Earl Brown, 18, was arrested after a high-speed police chase where he sped over 135 mph, ran red lights, struck a sign, and fled on foot near the Baseline Rd. and Interstate 30 intersection—he now faces nearly a dozen charges including two felonies. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Miss Arkansas 2025 Kennedy Holland — a Greenwood native and UCA student — was named one of the top 11 semi-finalists in the Miss America Pageant after she earned top talent honors with her rendition of Bridge Over Troubled Water. FOX 16
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ During the week of August 31—September 6, many Arkansas farmers asked the federal government for emergency help as a weak farm economy nearly forced long-time farms to close while hundreds joined Labor Day protests against federal and local policies. Other events included a fatal boating accident on Lake Hamilton that killed three, a mobile home fire in Conway that raised staffing concerns, a Sherwood daycare closing for health violations, a near-miss lottery jackpot in Louisiana, and a missing man later found dead after a car crash. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At most federal court hearings, a probation officer from the U.S. Probation and Pretrial Services is present—working alongside a judge, court reporter, courtroom deputy, security officer, and attorneys—to support judges and aid defendants. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Opponents of the plan to build a new 3,000-bed prison in Franklin County will speak at a formal hearing Tuesday at 1 p.m. in committee Room A, MAC, at the Capitol—where a citizen complaint backed by 1,258 signatures alleges poor site selection and misused taxpayer funds. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Reverend Barkley Thompson shared his cancer story after being diagnosed with prostate cancer at age 48 and undergoing a radical prostatectomy in April 2021, crediting early screening with saving his life. He now urges men statewide to get tested as the foundation doubles its screening events — hosting events at St. Mark Baptist Church and the Conway Fire Department — to boost prostate cancer awareness in Arkansas. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fans filled a Little Rock stadium on Saturday for a historic football game where the Razorbacks beat the Red Wolves 56 to 14. Allie Robbins, an Arkansas State alumnus, said she was proud of the Red Wolves despite the loss because her son now cheers for the Razorbacks. FOX 16
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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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Bop To The Top Celebration
7:30-9 p.m. — 721 W 9th St, Little Rock, AR — Free entry — Celebrate your favorite Disney Channel hits from HSM, Hannah Montana, Camp Rock, and more.
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Little Rock Princess Day
8 AM – 1 PM — Embassy Suites by Hilton Little Rock — Tickets required — Experience a magical day with beloved princesses at a fairytale ball.
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Cliff & Susan Live at Southern Tail Brewing
7 p.m. – 1 a.m. — Southern Tail Brewing — Free entry — Experience the dynamic sounds of Cliff & Susan, a musical duo blending piano, fiddle, and guitar.
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Hispanic Heritage Celebration
5-9 p.m. — River Market Pavilions — Free entry — Celebrate the vibrant Hispanic culture with live performances, food, and fun games.
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