Today
in Little Rock
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Central Arkansas radio stations 102.9 KARN and Alice 107.7 have announced a November food drive to benefit the Arkansas Food Bank—supporting families during the holiday season. The drive will run daily from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Chris Crain Dodge Jeep Ram in Benton at 7800 Alcoa Road, and live broadcasts will air on Thursday and Friday. FOX 16
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Buddy from Elf the Musical told THV11 that the show will play at the Robinson Center in Little Rock this weekend — the production is set to bring a festive spirit to local audiences. THV 11
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Uniti Group Inc. reported a 3Q net income of $1.61B with a revenue of $722.6 million and an expected full-year revenue between $2.22B and $2.27B following its merger with Windstream. U-Haul ended operations at its repair shop on 4809 W. 65th St.—which will now serve as storage—while the Arkansas Index closed Tuesday at 915.63 with a drop of 3.86 points amid a broader market slide. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Little Rock opened three warming centers — Dunbar, Southwest, and West Central Community Centers — to give people a safe place to stay warm during the cold. They operate Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ABC 7
- ➤ After federal guidelines reduced SNAP benefits, Sam Thurmond and over 240,000 Arkansans had to improvise with food as local pantries in Little Rock saw rising numbers, sometimes up to 230 visitors a day. The state Department of Human Services announced it is recalculating benefits and will provide further details once funding is restored. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Officials at the Department of Finance and Administration said October revenues surpassed forecasts and pointed to a strong job market and fiscal stability. Year-to-date collections increased by about 4% over expectations—evidence of a stable state revenue outlook. FOX 16
- ➤ On Tuesday, families in Little Rock received food from Helping Hand as volunteers, led by Margaret Douglas and visited by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, helped meet rising needs amid a 35-day government shutdown that threatens SNAP benefits—state leaders and DHS officials will meet tomorrow at 1:00 p.m. in Room A, MAC to discuss next steps. THV 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study by WalletHub ranked Arkansas as the third most overweight state with high obesity, inactivity, diabetes and high blood pressure. The report said poor diets and low access to healthy foods + sedentary lifestyles are driving these serious health challenges. FOX 16
- ➤ The Arkansas Crisis Center and UAMS have teamed up to review 20 years of crisis hotline data to learn more about suicide prevention. The project is led by Dr. Elissa Wilburn — a clinical psychologist and ACC board member— and will use the findings to set stronger strategies for helping those in crisis. FOX 16
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Razorbacks dropped to 2—7 after a close one-score home loss to the Mississippi State Bulldogs, marking their seventh straight defeat. The team had 18 penalties for 193 yards—nearly matching the 194 passing yards thrown—and they have scored 317 points while giving up 300 on the season. ABC 7
- ➤ Arkansas football lost linebacker Daylen Green when he flipped his commitment to Florida State on Monday—he had initially chosen the Razorbacks—and is a consensus 3-star recruit from Havana at 6-2 and 210 pounds. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas Razorbacks secured a 109-77 win over Southern in the season opener as sports analysts Matt Jones and Ethan Westerman highlighted the team's strong performance—Christina Long discussed the ongoing football coaching search and its potential impact on the squad. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Elf The Musical
1-2:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of holiday cheer with this live theatrical adaptation of the beloved film.
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Wii Play
4-5 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Laman Public Library — Free entry — Challenge your friends to some Nintendo Wii fun at the library.
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Color & Paint Workshop
3-5 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Argenta Public Library — Free entry — Unleash your creativity and make new friends while exploring art at the library.
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Live Performance by Some Guy Named Robb
7-11 p.m. — Aloft Little Rock West — No cover charge — Enjoy a night of live music with Arkansas native and singer-songwriter Robb McCormick.
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Make & Take: Holiday Crafts
3-5 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Argenta Public Library — Free entry — Unleash your creativity with craft projects and materials provided at the library.
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The Ragin' Cajun John Morgan
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Loony Bin Comedy Club — $ — GRAMMY-nominated country artist John Morgan brings his blue-collar charm to the stage.
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Evening of Wishes
6-10 p.m. — The Venue at Westwind — Tickets not yet available — Enjoy a dazzling evening with dinner, auctions, and entertainment to benefit local children.
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