Good morning, Little Rock.

Little Rock residents enjoy renewed neighborhood charm as City Director Kathy Webb works with a local association to implement setback and tree-planting regulations, helping to restore lost trees amid new construction — actions that preserve the historic character of older neighborhoods.

Wing It Forward opened softly on Thursday in the former Tuesday Morning space next to Whole Hog at Riverdale Center, 2516 Cantrell Road.

The restaurant features a wing-based menu and a 24-tap bar — its neighbor shares a garage-style door and mixed-drink liquor license.

North Little Rock-raised cartoonist Nate Powell discusses his new graphic novel, Diana, which ties to his earlier works Come Again and Fall Through.

Powell explains how his local punk roots and DIY approach continue to shape his creative process as he explores themes of mystery and connection.

The University of Arkansas College of Engineering announced Vision 2035, a 10-year plan to grow engineering graduates, research, and partnerships.

The initiative begins with STEM Roots (a three-year program in six counties) expected to add about 1,300 STEM-ready graduates.

State officials said on Thursday that an unlocked Department of Education spreadsheet caused mismatches in school letter grades from the end-of-year exam (due to a sorting error), though the accurate grades sent to superintendents remain current online.

Springdale special education teacher Lindsay Rankin from Bernice Young Elementary was named the 2027 Arkansas Teacher of the Year on Thursday morning (Gov. Sarah Sanders and Education Secretary Jacob Oliva attended) after her dedication to special needs students earned statewide recognition.

Hazel's Public House opens at River Market, serving southern charcuterie + big burgers and desserts.

The new eatery offers local diners a modern twist on classic southern flavors.

Sylvan Hills will face El Dorado today at Bear Stadium in Sherwood in a key 6A-East game.

Sylvan Hills boasts a high-scoring offense while El Dorado relies on a strong defense in conference play.

Christina Long of Hawgs Illustrated and Mike Wilson of VolQuest are previewing Arkansas football’s Week 6 matchup against Tennessee on the WholeHogSports Daily Podcast in Fayetteville.

Former Arkansas football star Felix Jones was named to the loaded 2026 SEC Football Legends class on Thursday — he joins notable figures like Nick Saban and Billy Sims.

The legends will be honored in Atlanta on Dec. 4 — 5.