Today
in Little Rock
Friday, November 21st, 2025
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 21st of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Nearly three years after a tornado hit parts of Central Arkansas, Pavilion in the Park has been restored—ready for local community use. THV 11
- ➤ Rolly Hoyt and Faith Woodard delivered Arkansas’s top stories on November 20th including a new animal shelter—vet clinic that opened in Benton to serve local pets and families. THV 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Amazon will close its LIT1 facility after a review found errors in the building's design that make it unsafe — the company will provide a 90-day pay period for all affected employees until repairs are completed, a process expected to take years. ABC 7
- ➤ Pavilion in the Park unveiled its new luxury event venue, Occasions at the Pavilion, on Thursday, November 20th at its European-styled shopping center in west Little Rock. The venue can host up to 400 guests and features bridal and groom suites. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, November 20th, the Arkansas Supreme Court heard oral arguments on the LEARNS Act Education Freedom Accounts that offer eligible families over $6,800 for educational needs. Attorneys debated if public funds should support only public schools or also private education – the ruling may impact over 50,000 families using the voucher program. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders pardoned two turkeys—Lilly and Sprinkles—raised by Conway County 4-H members Caroline and Adeline Dixon ahead of Thanksgiving. THV 11
- ➤ Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders said farmers and ranchers who receive USDA disaster funds will not be taxed under Act 696. The new rule lets eligible ranchers get up to 60% of feed costs for three months and awards about $65.71 million to help crops like rice, soybeans, corn, cotton, wheat, and specialty crops—sponsored by Sen. Blake Johnson and Rep. Les Eaves. FOX 16
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas Children's Hospital will host the Festival of Stars Toy and Donation Drive in December to collect toy donations for children in need — hospital representative Halley Hamon said the event will support local families during the holiday season. THV 11
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Henny Fest
2-7 p.m. — River Market Pavilions — Check out Hennessy cocktails and food trucks while enjoying live DJ sets.
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Cafe Mondays
4:30 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Laman Public Library — Free coffee & tea — Relax after school with a warm beverage in a welcoming space for teens.
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English Language Skills for Beginners
5-6 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Laman Public Library — Registration required — Build your English language skills in a supportive, beginner-friendly environment during this seven-week course.
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Holiday Ornament Swap
'Tis the Season to Swap — 4-5 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Argenta Public Library — Free — Exchange your old Christmas ornaments with community members instead of buying new ones this holiday season.
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Mending Basics Workshop
4-6 p.m. — Laman Public Library — All materials provided — Learn various techniques to repair your favorite fabric items.
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Pie Gobbler 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
8 AM – 12 PM — Two Rivers Park — Registration required — Lace up for a festive run and work off that Thanksgiving feast.
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International Jaguar Day Celebration
10 AM – 12 PM — Little Rock Zoo — Included with admission — Celebrate and learn about the majestic jaguar with keeper talks and interactive activities.
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Brunch with Santa
11 AM – 2 PM — Rusty Tractor Vineyards — Free entry — Enjoy live music, delicious brunch from food trucks, and festive activities with Santa for the family.
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Vienna Light Orchestra Christmas Tour
3:00-4:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Tickets available — Experience the enchanting sounds of the Vienna Light Orchestra this holiday season.
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Little Rock Wind Symphony: Holiday Holidays
7:30-9 p.m. — Pulaski Technical College The Center for Humanities and Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a festive evening of holiday classics with choral and dance performances.
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