Good morning, Little Rock.

On Wednesday, five leading industrial site location consultants spoke at the Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce meeting, urging central Arkansas leaders to protect key sites and develop new energy sources for energy intensive projects—advice that aims to guide future industrial growth.

The planned Little Rock location of Jake's Hot Chicken in the former Sushi Cafe on Kavanaugh Blvd has fallen through as the restaurant removed its banner and website listing+ the anticipated late April or early May opening did not occur.

Cody Dickinson from the North Mississippi Allstars will perform live from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in Little Rock — the free lawn concert welcomes all music fans.

Three Arkansas acts are set to perform at The Hall in Little Rock on Saturday as part of the NPR Tiny Desk Contest: Arkansas Showcase—featuring performers such as Sarah Lily, Aaron J.

Fisher, and Mildehnhall. The contest will bring together acts from across the state to highlight diverse local musical talent.

ScotsFest 2025 will be held at Lyon College in Batesville on Friday and Saturday and will feature bagpipes, games and clan displays as part of the 45th Arkansas Scottish Festival.

A spooky Candlelight Concert will be at 6:30 p.m. Saturday at the Albert Pike Memorial Center—Listeso String Quartet will play Halloween songs with tickets from $26 to $47.50.

Officials say if the shutdown continues into November, SNAP funds may not be available since only October has been paid.

Mary Franklin said over 222,000 Arkansans rely on SNAP and will be directed to food banks—a backup plan if funds fall short.

Ledger Lamkin, a 13-year-old from Camden battling a rare terminal cancer, is competing at the Arkansas State Fair despite recent spinal surgery and ongoing treatment.

He has spent five years in the show ring and plans to continue showing livestock — his mom says the animals give him strength.

UAMS reported that nearly 200 mothers volunteered to donate milk on Tuesday after a freezer failure forced staff to discard stored milk, and the hospital purchased additional milk from out-of-state banks to quickly replenish its sole milk bank.

Officials thanked the donors and encouraged other mothers to volunteer.

Christina Long hosted a preview of Arkansas football's Week 8 game against Texas A&M—where expert Olin Buchanan of TexAgs discussed the Aggies' improved defense and rising SEC ranking.

Later, reporter Ethan Westerman recapped Arkansas men's basketball scrimmage and SEC media day in Hot Springs.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Open Access Lunch & Learn: Unlocking Scholarship

12-1:30 p.m. — Ottenheimer Library — Free entry — Explore key topics in Open Access during International OA Week with informative talks and a buffet lunch.

Jazz Night Jam Session

7-10 p.m. — Trio's Restaurant — Enjoy a night of live music — A bi-weekly jazz jam session featuring the region's finest talents.

Fall Tour at Moss Mountain Farm

10 AM – 2 PM — Moss Mountain Farm — Ticket required — Experience the beauty of fall at P. Allen Smith’s enchanting Pumpkin House, adorned with pumpkins and gourds.

Vamp Out Alz

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Hall — Fundraiser for Alzheimer's Arkansas — Enjoy a Halloween-themed concert with live music and a silent auction.

Cliff & Susan at River Bottom Winery

3-8 p.m. — River Bottom Winery — Cost info not provided — Experience the energetic marriage of music with Cliff & Susan bringing piano, fiddle, and guitar tunes.