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in Little Rock
Friday, December 5th, 2025
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Skippy peanut butter plant at the Port is back at full capacity after a September fire. Hormel Foods said repairs were complete and the 166,500 (sqft) facility now produces 11 peanut butter varieties for the local community. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Craft Guild Christmas Showcase returns to the State Fairgrounds this weekend for its 47th year with over 70 vendors selling themed crafts like pottery, wood working, and jewelry. Tickets are $5 per person or 2 for $5, with free admission offered during select times. ABC 7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A report by Farm Flavor shows that 94.7% of Arkansas farms are family-owned — a rate matching the national average. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Triple A says the statewide average gas price has fallen to $2.55 a gallon today, which is about nine cents lower than this time last year as prices ease ahead of the holiday season. THV 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Little Rock School District began FY27 budget talks as extra funds ended in 2018, leaving a thinner financial cushion. Officials plan to cut spending between $12 million and $15 million (to boost the fund balance by up to $2.5 million) and will gather feedback before a final vote in April. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Repairs on the Dardanelle Lock and Dam are now complete, ending a risk that once threatened communities statewide + securing water flow safety for the future. THV 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas football coach Ryan Silverfield signed his first high school class with the Razorbacks on Wednesday (Dec. 3) to build the 2026 team; the signing marks the program's new effort to recruit local talent. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas coach John Calipari gave senior forward Malique Ewin film from Florida State games to guide his play before the Razorbacks beat Louisville 89-80 at Walton Arena on Wednesday, as Ewin scored 12 points + grabbed nine rebounds to build his role with the team. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Razorbacks have named Ryan Silverfield as their new head coach at the University of Arkansas and he will lead the football team into a fresh era (a move that has fans eagerly watching). THV 11
- ➤ The Bryant Hornets, ranked No. 1 overall, will meet the No. 2 Bentonville Tigers at 6:30 p.m. on Friday at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock in a Class 7A championship rematch from last season + both teams aim for their seventh state title. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas women's basketball — coming off a loss to Harvard — will face SMU in the ACC/SEC Challenge at 6 p.m. inside Moody Coliseum in Dallas, as the Razorbacks with a 7-2 record chase their first true road win while the Mustangs aim to build momentum. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Razorbacks’ new head coach Ryan Silverfield held his first press conference today and told fans that a winning program is on its way, outlining fresh plans for the team’s success. THV 11
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Fresno State Bulldogs vs. Arkansas Razorbacks Men's Basketball
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. — Simmons Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting basketball matchup between the Bulldogs and Razorbacks.
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Cliff & Susan at River Bottom Winery
3-7 p.m. — River Bottom Winery — Cost not specified — Enjoy a musical evening with the dynamic duo Cliff & Susan, blending piano, fiddle, and guitar.
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Fast Track to Java 17 and Object-Oriented Development
8 a.m. — Security Training Institute of Arkansas — $2250 — Intensive training designed to elevate programming skills in Java and object-oriented development over five days.
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The Signal Featuring Radiolab
6-8 p.m. — CALS Ron Robinson Theater — Ticketed event — Experience the fascinating intersection of science and storytelling in this live Radiolab show.
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Christmas Trees for a Cause
The Arkansas School for the Blind Alumni Association is spreading holiday cheer with fresh Christmas trees at 2600 West Markham from 9 AM to 7 PM daily. Pick the perfect tree and help brighten the season for blind and visually impaired students across Arkansas.
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Visit Santa at the Zoo
10 AM – 2 PM — Little Rock Zoo — Included with admission — Celebrate the season with a festive photo with Santa and enjoy all the magic the Zoo has to offer.
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Spring 6, Spring Boot 3, and Spring REST Training
Mon-Fri, Dec 15-19 — Security Training Institute of Arkansas — Call for pricing — Dive into the essentials of Spring technology with an extensive multi-day training program.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Adele
8:45 p.m. — Albert Pike Memorial Center — Tickets selling fast — Experience the music of Adele under the glow of candlelight performed by the Listeso String Quartet.
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The Toast: A Premier New Year’s Eve Celebration
8 PM – 2 AM — Little Rock Marriott — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 2026 with three levels of music, luxury, and a high-energy midnight countdown.
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