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Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wings on the River returned to River Market for its second year with vendors competing for the best wings trophy and celebrity judge Isley Gooden lending his expertise during the event. Phillips' Lips & Tips Mobile Food Trailer won first place, and Pop Pop and YumYam Smoke LLC and Williams Famous Fried Chicken & Soul Food finished in second and third positions. ABC 7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ During Friday’s game, a shot was fired at halftime that hit a parent in the stands—coaches rushed players into the locker room as police investigated and later released the injured person. THV 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock Zoo staff said baby chimp Amali—born Aug. 5—is showing interest in food while still breastfeeding from her mother Kianga and is expected to begin crawling soon. FOX 16
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Schools across Arkansas are celebrating National Arts in Education Week to highlight creativity in classrooms—students and teachers will engage in art activities that enrich learning. THV 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock Workforce Development Board was awarded a $4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor to support reentry services for people leaving correctional facilities. The funds will help provide job training and assistance—ensuring smoother transitions into the workforce. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders certified the vacancy in Arkansas Senate District 26—after Sen. Gary Stubblefield died on September 2—and sent a letter to party chairs asking if they will hold a special primary election or delegate convention within 10 days. The letter starts the process to fill the seat for the rest of the term. ABC 7
- ➤ Governor Sanders sent a letter to party chairs to certify a vacancy after Sen. Gary Stubblefield died on Sept. 2, 2025. The letter asks for a decision on whether to hold a special primary election or a delegate convention — a necessary step to ensure proper representation in the state Senate. FOX 16
- ➤ On Monday in Rogers, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins told reporters at the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture conference that direct payments to help farmers facing high costs and low prices are planned—efforts aimed at easing the strain on farming communities. Governor Sanders and local lawmakers supported the planned emergency relief as Arkansas groups pressed Congress for a quick aid package—measures critical before farmers make planting decisions for next season. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Baptist Health launched a new app—Hello Pregnancy—that gives expectant and new moms personalized education, wellness tracking, and live nurse support every day. The app links with MyChart and works with the hospital’s Pregnancy Clinic to help mothers with Medicaid and eligibility. THV 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Team Arkansas is preparing to send 68 athletes and 22 coaches to the 2026 Special Olympic Games in Minneapolis from June 20 to 26 and will compete in 11 sports such as flag football and pickleball. The athletes earned their spots through USA Games and will travel fully funded by Special Olympics Arkansas — covering all their competition needs. ABC 7
- ➤ Arkansas basketball will host two top prospects for official visits this weekend—giving coaches a chance to see their skills—and they will decide if the players fit team needs. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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