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Friday, November 29th, 2024

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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Residents of Little Rock, Arkansas, express gratitude for family, friends, life, and the opportunity to live in America on Thanksgiving Day.  FOX 16
  • The Little Rock Compassion Center provides Thanksgiving meals and food boxes to those in need, with an expectation to serve 600-700 meals nightly throughout the holiday weekend.  ABC 7
  • Bethesda Missionary Baptist Church in Little Rock actively delivered Thanksgiving meals to those in need through their "Meals on Wheels" program.  ABC 7
  • ABBA Charities supports women facing unplanned pregnancies with emotional and practical guidance, offering a pathway to long-term hope.  ABC 7
  • Over 1,700 participants joined the Rock City Running’s Gobbler Turkey Trot in Little Rock, donating over 2,400 pounds of food and $2,000 to the Arkansas Food Bank.  FOX 16

CRIME NEWS

  • An Arkansas father faces second-degree murder charges after allegedly shooting a man discovered in a car with his teenage daughter, following the teen's disappearance.  THV 11

CULTURE NEWS

  • An Arkansas teenager, without a color guard team at her school, independently earned a place in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade color guard.  THV 11

ECONOMY NEWS

  • With 'Black Fraud Day' highlighting the rise in AI-fueled scams, experts advise shoppers to verify deals by visiting official websites directly and contacting financial institutions immediately if scammed.  THV 11

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • El Sur in Central Arkansas is praised for blending Honduran and Latin American cuisines into fresh and delicious meals.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

EVENTS

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  • Disney Junior Live On Tour: Let's Play

    Experience an exciting live show featuring beloved Disney characters as they work together to save the Clubhouse playdate from mysterious weather disruptions.

    Sun, 12/1/24

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  • Master Piece Puzzle Club

    Experience a relaxing drop-in jigsaw puzzle club for adults, where you can work solo or collaboratively while discussing puzzles and books.

    Mon, 12/2/24

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  • Scrooged: A Holiday Classic Screening

    Experience the darkly comedic retelling of A Christmas Carol with Bill Murray at this screening of the beloved film Scrooged, featuring laughs and a heartfelt message.

    Tue, 12/3/24

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  • A Christmas Story: The Musical at Argenta Contemporary Theatre

    Experience the heartwarming tale of 9-year-old Ralphie Parker's quest for the perfect Christmas gift in this beloved musical adaptation of the classic film.

    Wed, 12/4/24

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  • Mistletoe Melodies Holiday Concert

    Experience an enchanting evening of holiday cheer featuring the Arkansas Chamber Singers, Arkansas Festival Ballet, and special guest Randal Rushing, complete with a silent auction and a visit from Santa Claus.

    Thu, 12/5/24

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  • Dinner Detective: Interactive Comedy Murder Mystery Dinner in Little Rock, AR

    America's largest interactive comedy murder dinner theatre show invites attendees to solve a hilarious mystery while enjoying a full plated dinner.

    Sat, 12/7/24

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  • Trans-Siberian Orchestra Concert

    Experience an enchanting performance by Trans-Siberian Orchestra at Simmons Bank Arena, featuring their unique blend of rock and classical music.

    Sun, 12/8/24

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  • Tea and Relaxation for Teachers

    This event provides teachers and childcare workers a space to relax, enjoy tea, and connect with peers while catching up on reading or grading assignments.

    Tue, 12/10/24

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  • Beginner Spanish Language Classes

    This event offers an opportunity to learn basic conversational Spanish, including pronunciation and comprehension for beginners.

    Wed, 12/11/24

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  • Ballet Arkansas Presents The Nutcracker Spectacular

    Ballet Arkansas, accompanied by the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, will perform the holiday classic 'The Nutcracker' for families at the Robinson Center.

    Thu, 12/12/24

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