Today
in Little Rock
Sunday, December 7th, 2025
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 7th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, over 200 foster children received gift bags at Candyland Christmas in North Little Rock. The event was hosted by the Department of Human Services and nonprofit Project Zero, which helps foster children find adoptive families. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Veteran Dewey Spencer, who joined the military to see the world, now organizes a veteran-run association to help fellow veterans connect. His effort supports ongoing resource sharing and local camaraderie. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Two holiday theater events offer festive entertainment for local audiences. North Little Rock’s Argenta Contemporary Theater presents A Christmas Story: The Musical on multiple dates through Dec. 21 and UCA’s Reynolds Performance Hall in Conway shows Dolly Parton’s Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol at 7 p.m. this Wednesday; ticket prices vary. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ A reception at the Museum of Discovery welcomed new executive director Steven Schnell on Nov. 20 — he was introduced to the museum community. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At UALR, the Donaghey Scholars Honors Program offers high achieving students academic, financial and personal support to help them reach new opportunities on campus. The program opens doors to futures many once thought were out of reach. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ North Little Rock Superintendent Gregory J. Pilewski said he plans to boost student performance by retaining veteran teachers and expanding high-impact tutoring after interim tests revealed low proficiency. District leaders will use incentives (including tutoring grants and mentoring for new teachers) to improve academic outcomes amid staffing challenges. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas horse owners remain cautious after an equine virus outbreak infected dozens of horses in Texas and Oklahoma — even though the recommendation to postpone horse shows ended last week. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Friday's high school basketball games saw varied scores as teams competed in many matchups. Local schools like Armorel (60-18 over Hoxie) and Barton (58-49 over England) led the results, while other contests featured close finishes and impressive plays. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Shiloh Christian beat Greenwood 70-50 in the Class 6A title game on Saturday night at War Memorial Stadium in Little Rock. The Saints won their first state title since 2020 in a rematch that ended Greenwood's streak. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Robinson beat Lakeside for the 5A championship at War Memorial Stadium on Saturday. THV 11
- ➤ Cornerback prospect Brandon Ford signed with the Razorbacks on Wednesday because he trusts new head coach Ryan Silverfield. Ford chose Arkansas after believing in Silverfield's vision for the team. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Hundreds of competitors participated in the American Taekwondo Association's Songahm tournament Saturday, Dec. 6, at the Statehouse Convention Center. The event featured Songahm (meaning pine tree and rock) and marked the association's first competition in six years. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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