Today
in Little Rock
Friday, October 10th, 2025
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Pastor Paul Holderfield Jr.—a beloved leader at Friday Chapel Church of Nazarene known for his outreach with the homeless—died overnight and is survived by his wife and four children. ABC 7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A truck collision on Highway 84 near Social Hill killed a 160-pound mountain lion around 10 p.m. on October 8—Arkansas Game and Fish Commission said this rare incident is the first confirmed wild mountain lion death since February 2024. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Since 2021, artists have used M2 Gallery to create installations for the annual EXPerience show. This year’s exhibit EXP4 opened Sept. 5—and will run until Oct. 18. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Arkansas may soon see lower gas prices as AAA reported the state average dropped to $2.70 per gallon today — a decrease from last week — due to falling fuel demand and the switch to winter-grade fuel. Prices are expected to drop further in the coming weeks. FOX 16
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock is set to improve B. Finley Vinson Plaza on West Markham Street by adding green space, seating and live entertainment areas. Construction begins Monday and will finish in the spring — the second phase follows recent upgrades with a new canopy, LED lighting and a redesigned fountain. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ office defended its plan to build a 3,000-bed prison on 815 acres north of Charleston — saying it is the best option to ease overcrowding — after Franklin County Sheriff Johnny Crocker criticized the chosen site and its cost in a widely viewed social media video. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ A former Arkansas Department of Health employee changed travel receipts to get extra money totaling $1,537, an Arkansas Legislative Audit found — the audit reviewed records to detect the error. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ On October 9, 2025, Faith Woodard and Rolly Hoyt delivered Arkansas's nightly headlines—reporting that ARDOT honored fallen workers with a new memorial. THV 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas baseball coach Dave Van Horn held a press conference and told reporters about exhibition games scheduled for today in Little Rock and Saturday in Dallas Baptist—he said the contests will test the team's readiness for future play. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Swap Con® Little Rock
10 AM – 6 PM — Statehouse Convention Center — Free entry — Discover vintage treasures and collectibles at the Biggest BUY-SELL-SWAP®️ Convention in Arkansas.
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Arkansas State Fair - Gate Admission
11:59 PM – 1:29 AM — Arkansas State Fair — Ticket prices vary — Experience the excitement of the Arkansas State Fair with fun rides, games, and food.
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October: Drink & Discuss - The Ghost Writer
6-8 p.m. — Stickyz Rock'n'Roll Chicken Shack — Free entry — Embrace spooky season while engaging in lively discussions about 'The Ghost Writer'.
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Travursity Travel Showcase
5-8:45 p.m. — Movie Tavern Little Rock — Registration required — Engage with travel suppliers and enjoy a unique cinematic showcase.
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Arkansas Times Pig & Swig 2025
6-9 p.m. — River Market Pavilions — Earlybird tickets $30, General Admission $40, VIP $100 — Indulge in delicious pork bites and whiskey samples while enjoying live music at this popular local event.
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Ghouls and Games Masquerade Gala
6-9 p.m. — Old State House Museum — Donation requested — Enjoy an enchanting night of masked intrigue, games, and a silent auction supporting mental health resources in Arkansas.
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Miss Quince Arkansas Expo
10 AM - 10 PM — GSA Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate the beauty and elegance of quinceañeras with an extravagant fashion showcase.
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Arkansas State Fair - Gate Admission
11:59 p.m.-1:29 a.m. — Arkansas State Fair Grounds — Ticket required — Experience one of the top local events at the Arkansas State Fair in Little Rock.
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EmPOWER Arkansas Conference & Expo
12 PM – 1 PM — Wyndham Riverfront Little Rock — Registration details varying — Discover energy innovations and workforce opportunities at this key local conference.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert
7-10 p.m. — Robinson Center — Tickets required — Experience the epic journey of Aang with a live orchestra performing the iconic soundtrack.
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