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Sunday, September 29th, 2024

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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 29th of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Little Rock's Rock Creek Trail, affected by March 2023 tornadoes, reopened with local officials and volunteers working together to restore and enhance the area.  THV 11
  • Mini, a friendly orange tabby cat, seeks a new home after being surrendered due to owner's financial constraints.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

CRIME NEWS

  • Pulaski County Sheriff's Office investigates a shooting at 161 and Jamison intersection that left one woman deceased.  ABC 7

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra is expanding its River Rhapsodies Chamber Series at the new Stella Boyle Smith Music Center, including performances by its Quapaw and Rockefeller quartets.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The Little Rock metro area has issued building permits for projects valued at $75,000 or more, including both commercial and residential developments.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Arkansas Education Freedom Account program has hit its 3% participation limit for the 2024-2025 school year, demonstrating significant interest in school choice.  THV 11

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Justices Karen Baker and Rhonda Wood, both competing for the position of Chief Justice of the Arkansas Supreme Court, emphasize differing qualifications and visions for the court's future ahead of a runoff election.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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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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  • Bluey's Big Play for the Whole Family

    Experience a fun-filled evening with Bluey and Bingo as they embark on playful adventures that are enjoyable for all ages.

    Wed, 10/2/24

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  • Create Your Perfect Fall Combo Pot

    Learn how to craft a beautiful combo pot using autumn and winter plants and take your creation home.

    Thu, 10/3/24

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  • Fiesta en SoMa: A Celebration of Latino Cultures

    Experience a vibrant celebration of Latino cultures featuring music, dance, food, and community engagement in Little Rock's SoMa neighborhood.

    Fri, 10/4/24

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  • 2nd Annual Arkansas Tiny Desk Concert

    Experience an evening showcasing the incredible artistry of Arkansas's best musicians, selected from the NPR Tiny Desk Contest.

    Sat, 10/5/24

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  • Guardian Angels & Spirit Guides: Maker Days Event

    Experience a creative day of collage-making your own angels or guides at the ESSE Purse Museum in Little Rock.

    Sun, 10/6/24

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  • 2024 Forge Arkansas Cyber Summit

    Learn about cutting-edge cybersecurity strategies at the 5th Annual Forge Arkansas Cyber Summit, featuring keynotes, panel discussions, and workshops from industry experts.

    Mon, 10/7/24

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  • October Book Discussion: The Silver Linings Playbook

    Experience a community-driven discussion of Matthew Quick's 'The Silver Linings Playbook', exploring themes of resilience and friendship.

    Tue, 10/8/24

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  • 2024 Arkansas State Fair at Barton Coliseum

    Experience the excitement of the Arkansas State Fair, featuring a variety of attractions and activities, running from October 11 to October 20, 2024.

    Fri, 10/11/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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