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in Little Rock
Saturday, October 25th, 2025
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ North Little Rock community centers are hosting free Halloween events for families over the coming days. North Heights will host a BOO! Ball for adults on Oct. 28 and a trunk-or-treat on Oct. 31 while Glenview, Sherman Park and Rose City offer themed activities—attendees can enjoy games, treats and fun. FOX 16
- ➤ Friendly Chapel held its nearly four-decade fish fry Friday where hundreds gathered to honor the late Pastor Paul Holderfield Jr. and served over 3,500 meals to local groups—continuing a beloved community tradition. FOX 16
- ➤ The Arkansas Martin Luther King Jr. Commission will host Operation Appreciation Pre-Thanksgiving Food Giveaway on November 6 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 906 Broadway in Little Rock, where free food items will be given on a first-come, first-served basis (supplies are limited). FOX 16
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Angela Stephens is grieving her 21-year-old son, Zachary Moore, who died last month in a state care facility in Warren after being restrained and given a chemical injection in an incident ruled a homicide — officials placed eleven employees on leave as they gather more details while his family seeks accountability. THV 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Friday Frights podcast features Kiara Bradford + Remington Miller as they explore the haunted history of the old Little Rock Arsenal and the Arkansas Capitol downtown. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Kroger began distributing $5000 worth of gift cards to the Arkansas Food Bank starting with unpaid government workers amid the ongoing shutdown. The move comes as the Arkansas Department of Human Services warned that starting November 1, the SNAP system may delay purchases and affect over 240,000 benefit recipients—a measure to support families in need. THV 11
- ➤ A federal court issued a temporary restraining order today to stop Lakeside School District No. 9 from displaying the Ten Commandments in classrooms and libraries — the ruling follows earlier orders in other districts and holds that the displays violate the First Amendment — prompting swift removal actions. ABC 7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A mother grieving after her son died in a care facility in Arkansas is using his story to urge changes in facility practices—she hopes that better oversight will prevent future losses. THV 11
- ➤ A study shows Arkansas ranks fifth nationwide for adult obesity. The Arkansas Department of Health said state programs — designed to make healthy choices easier — are underway to help residents improve their diet and exercise habits. THV 11
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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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Spark! Gala
6:30-9 p.m. — Museum of Discovery — Ticketed event — Delight in hands-on science activities, fine food, and a premier silent auction while supporting local STEM initiatives.
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Adulting 101: Food Fundamentals
9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Argenta Public Library — Free entry — Master basic knife skills and air-fryer techniques in a fun, hands-on cooking class.
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Arkansas Research & Computing Stakeholder Forum
10 AM – 5 PM — Little Rock Marriott — Free entry — A cross-sector forum to share best practices and explore strategies for supporting Arkansas's research community.
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Cafe Mondays
4:30-5:30 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Laman Public Library — Free coffee and tea — Enjoy a cozy atmosphere with free drinks for teens every Monday during the school year.
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Figure Drawing Workshop
12-4 p.m. — Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts — Cost varies — Explore figurative techniques with a guided gallery view and expert instruction.
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