Today
in Little Rock
Thursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Small businesses in North Little Rock are uniting to ease customer financial stress amid the government shutdown—Dogtown Barber Lounge and Healthy Life Pet Clinic have set up drives to collect funds and nonperishable items for those in need. THV 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock businesses are moving to North Little Rock as development projects drive changes on both sides of the river—Willy D's will relocate to the new Argenta entertainment area while Little Rock finalizes its downtown plan with a $20 million food market and more housing to boost local growth. THV 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jake Minch will perform Friday at Stickyz Rock 'n' Roll Chicken Shack in River Market, and Chris Maxwell will headline at White Water Tavern next week. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Indiana actor is excited to star as the title character in Elf the Musical at Robinson Center Performance Hall today; the national tour—running from November 1 through December 28—brings holiday cheer to local audiences. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Today at 7:30 p.m., the Claremont Trio will perform works by Beethoven, Ravel, and Shulamit Ran at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church—located on John F. Kennedy Blvd. Tickets cost $25 and are free for students. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Leah Richardson, a single mother from Harrison who is a full-time nursing student and part-time nurse, has not received her SNAP benefits since the month began because of the federal shutdown—she needs the funds to feed her four boys. Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders will allocate $500,000 to six local food bank networks and may add more if the shutdown continues, leaving many working families in need. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Provalus announced it will build a new IT facility in Harrison with roughly $1 million invested to create 150 jobs over the next five years—its second facility in Arkansas and 13th location overall aimed at boosting rural tech opportunities. Local leaders, including Harrison Mayor Jerry Jackson, praised the project as it sets up at 101 N. Main Street to help revitalize downtown. THV 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Teacher Jaime Garcia at Lisa Academy was surprised to win the Milken Educator Award during Wednesday’s school assembly; he is the only Arkansas teacher this school year to earn the honor and will receive a $25,000 prize and an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C. Garcia has taught for 11 years and helped launch a mentorship program linking upperclassmen with middle schoolers—showing his dedication to student success. FOX 16
- ➤ On November 5, Rolly Hoyt delivered Arkansas's nightly headlines by reporting that LRSD relaunched its Stock the Rock the wRight Way campaign to boost local school spirit. THV 11
- ➤ Arkansas childcare providers welcomed new reimbursement rates—seen as a lifeline after a September funding cut threatened the industry. THV 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, 5 Star Cutz in Little Rock is offering free haircuts to families impacted by the government shutdown through the Booksy app—clients simply note 'government shutdown' when booking. Owner Marvin Cawthon will also provide turkeys and meals for families this Thanksgiving as he works to ease financial hardships. FOX 16
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration announced they submitted the state’s application for funding from the Rural Health Transformation Program. The program will provide $50 billion over the next five years to boost rural healthcare, with Arkansas expected to receive funding in early 2026. FOX 16
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Nabholz Properties announced a $25-million mixed-use project planned next to Simmons Bank Arena and the 2nd Street Promenade in North Little Rock. Site work will begin at 11 a.m. on Nov. 12 — the project will include a hotel, a 7,000-square-foot event venue and a move for Willy D's Dueling Pianos to link the Argenta Arts District with the busy corridor. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas will open its modern gun deer hunting season on Nov. 8 after hunters already harvested 47,700 deer during earlier segments—officials expect the busy opening weekend to continue into the Veterans' Day holiday. Many hunters are set to celebrate their first hunt of the year as they prepare with updated licenses and safety checks. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Cafe Mondays for Teens
4:30-5:30 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Laman Public Library — Free coffee & tea — Enjoy a cozy space with free beverages every Monday during the school year.
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