Today
in Little Rock
Monday, October 20th, 2025
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 20th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ While driving downtown on a Saturday evening at the Six Bridges Book Festival, a local moderator saw high school alumni gathering at a bar with festive balloons as they celebrated a traditional homecoming reunion. The tradition has included a Thursday dinner, a picnic and a Saturday dance—moves that boosted spending at local restaurants, hotels and florists. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Mary Hunt led dozens on the 11th annual Pilgrimage For Peace walk from River Market to North Little Rock on Sunday to urge locals to stay alert amid rising violence. Funds raised will be donated to the Center for Healing Hearts and Spirits to support victim services—community leaders stressed the need to remember those affected. FOX 16
- ➤ After inclement weather forced an early closure on its penultimate day, crowds returned Sunday to the Arkansas State Fair to enjoy towering rides — turkey legs and lively performances marked the fair’s final day. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock Public Radio has established a $500K journalism endowment to honor Judith K. Faust—an instructor emerita and civil rights advocate—funded by her estate, and it will support local reporting initiatives at UALR starting with one newsroom position. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal judge in Little Rock dismissed allegations of conversion and unjust enrichment against the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Foundation in a case over copyright issues with the estate of late photographer Mike Disfarmer—who died in 1959. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ A consultant told the Little Rock Board of Directors that the city should create a small business certification program to help local firms compete for city contracts after a new law ended affirmative action-like practices. The study reviewed $160 million in city contracts — revealing large spending gaps for minority and women-owned businesses — and recommended a tiered system based on annual revenue to better support small firms. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Irvin Reaves, a personal trainer at Little Rock Athletic Club, demonstrated today the Farmer’s Relay during a Master Class to show proper lifting techniques—emphasizing the use of legs rather than the back. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Justin Leonard won by one stroke over Ernie Els on Sunday with a birdie-par-eagle finish at the Dominion Energy Charity Classic in Richmond—his win moves him into ninth in the Charles Schwab Cup standings. The top 54 players will advance to the Simmons Bank Championship at Pleasant Valley Country Club in Little Rock. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas lost a one-point football game to No. 4 Texas A&M on Saturday as the Razorbacks scored 42 to 45, recording 527 total yards. The team saw Mike Washington Jr. run over 100 yards in back-to-back games — a feat not seen in 10 years — while quarterback Taylen Green passed for three touchdowns and scored twice, marking key milestones for the program. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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English as a Second Language Class for Beginners
5-6 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library — Registration required — Build your English language skills in a seven-week beginner-friendly course.
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Art For Two: Halloween Brooches Workshop
6-9 p.m. — Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts — Cost TBA — Create a unique Halloween brooch under the guidance of a skilled glass artist.
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Maumelle Food Truck Festival
11 AM – 12 PM — Lake Willastein Park — Free entry — Enjoy a day of food trucks, contests, and family-friendly activities in a vibrant community setting.
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Quilting 101: Basting Techniques
3-5 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library — Free entry — Explore the art of basting quilt layers while crafting with fellow quilting enthusiasts.
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