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Thursday, September 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Arkansas Rice Federation donated 284,000 pounds of rice to the Arkansas Foodbank to support food-insecure families and commemorate National Rice Month and Hunger Action Month.  KARK

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Arkansas drivers are expressing concerns to traffic officials following a series of accidents on I-30 over the past few weeks.  THV 11
  • Families in Sherwood, Arkansas are rebuilding their lives after a devastating apartment fire left them homeless and destroyed their belongings.  THV 11

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Little Rock School District is conducting a series of town halls aimed at discussing significant changes with parents and other stakeholders.  THV 11

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Little Rock settled a years-long legal dispute with the heirs of the Terry Mansion by returning the deed to the family and paying them $795,000.  THV 11
  • Arkansas lawmakers have advanced a proposal to allocate $1.2 million for increased security measures for Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, including bulletproof vests and governor's mansion upgrades, amid a rise in credible threats.  KARK

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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  • RnB Only Live Concert

    Experience an unforgettable evening filled with R&B music from past to present at The Hall in Little Rock.

    Fri, 9/20/24

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  • Plain White T's with The Used and Raue

    Experience an electrifying night of pop punk and alternative rock featuring Plain White T's and The Used at The Hall in Little Rock.

    Sat, 9/21/24

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  • 13th Annual Main Street Food Truck Festival in Little Rock

    Experience a culinary adventure at the Main Street Food Truck Festival featuring over 80 diverse food trucks, local music, street performances, and a vibrant community atmosphere.

    Sun, 9/22/24

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  • Classic Golf Tournament at Pleasant Valley Country Club

    Experience a day of community spirit with over 40 teams participating in a golf tournament, featuring games, raffles, team photos, and an awards ceremony to support local youth in need.

    Mon, 9/23/24

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  • World Gorilla Day Celebration at Little Rock Zoo

    Celebrate World Gorilla Day and learn about gorilla conservation while enjoying activities and the latest exhibit at the Little Rock Zoo.

    Tue, 9/24/24

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  • 2024 Double Header Celebration

    Celebrate the achievements of Miracle League athletes while enjoying live music from Midnight South and participating in a lively auction with diverse experiences up for bidding.

    Thu, 9/26/24

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  • Arkansas Open Golf Championship

    Experience the excitement of a stroke play championship where amateurs compete alongside professionals at Burns Park Golf Course.

    Fri, 9/27/24

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  • Big Dam Bridge 100 Cycling Event

    Experience an exciting day of cycling with various distance options at the Big Dam Bridge 100.

    Sat, 9/28/24

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  • Monday Matinee at Argenta Public Library

    Experience free weekly screenings of recent blockbuster films at the Argenta Branch while enjoying refreshments.

    Mon, 9/30/24

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  • Weekly Community Game Night at D2 Comics

    Experience a fun-filled evening of board games and socializing at D2 Comics & More every Tuesday.

    Tue, 10/1/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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