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Wednesday, December 4th, 2024
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Central Arkansas Library System's Food for Fines program, running from December 8-21, now allows donations of food and personal hygiene items to clear up to $20 in library fines, with each item valued at two dollars towards fines. ABC 7
- ➤ Mayor Frank Scott Jr. honored Marvin Benton for his 40 years of dedication to Little Rock, highlighting his heroism as a firefighter and his current role as Parking Enforcement Coordinator. ABC 7
- ➤ The I-30 crossing project in Central Arkansas is now complete after nearly four years of construction. THV 11
- ➤ Motley's Tree Farm in Little Rock celebrates 42 years of Christmas tree farming with a healthy and vibrant crop, despite a dry fall, offering non-allergenic hybrid trees to continue family traditions. ABC 7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Traffic on I-430 northbound near the Arkansas River Bridge has resumed normal flow after being cleared from an earlier car accident. THV 11
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock is facing lawsuits for alleged sexual abuse by former leaders, with claims of the church concealing misconduct. ABC 7
- ➤ A shooting at Paris Towers in Little Rock on Friday resulted in the death of 40-year-old Malous Kelly; a suspect, Wendall Piggee, was questioned and later released as the investigation continues. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alison Krauss & Union Station, joined by Jerry Douglas, announce their first tour in a decade, including new music and a stop at the Walmart AMP as part of the 2025 Cox Concert Series. ABC 7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences received $65,000 from the Rampy MS Research Foundation to support multiple sclerosis research. ABC 7
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Beginner Spanish Language Classes
This event offers an opportunity to learn basic conversational Spanish, including pronunciation and comprehension for beginners.
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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.
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Ninja Races: 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K & Half Marathon at Two Rivers Park
This event features multiple race distances including 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon at Two Rivers Park, encouraging costume participation and offering themed medals for all finishers.
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Miracle Ball: Annual Holiday Fundraiser
A black-tie fundraiser featuring live and silent auctions held during the holiday season.
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Ballet Arkansas Presents: Nutcracker Spectacular
Experience the enchanting performance of Ballet Arkansas' Nutcracker Spectacular featuring the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, held at the Robinson Center in Little Rock.
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Gremlins 40th Anniversary Screening
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the horror-comedy classic 'Gremlins' with a screening at the Ron Robinson Theater, featuring the beloved tale of Gizmo and the mischief of gremlins at Christmas.
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