Good morning, Little Rock.

Goodwill Industries of Arkansas is opening a new store and donation center in west Little Rock tomorrow (Thursday) as part of its expansion.

The Chenal location will provide a fresh spot for local donations and shopping.

Southwest High School will launch a hydroponic plant systems career pathway for students in the 2026-27 school year, boosting hands-on learning + career skills.

School officials announced the program as part of efforts to expand vocational education opportunities.

Woodlawn residents say a nearby Tyson chicken farm off Highway 63 is causing concern as neighbors report improperly disposed carcasses and contaminated water that lower property values.

County and state agencies are investigating the unlicensed operation.

The UPS Store on Rodney Parham offered holiday shipping deadlines to help ensure local gifts arrive by Christmas; customers learned that yesterday marked the end of economic ground shipping for West Coast orders, with Dec.

20, 22 and 23 requiring three-day, second-day and next-day air service.

UA Little Rock volleyball head coach Van Compton is in the THV11 studio today to discuss her induction into the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame (Class of 2026).

Harding coach Paul Simmons criticized the NCAA reseeding system after his Bisons won 49-27 in Kutztown last week.

The team will face Ferris State in the national championship game Saturday at 3 p.m. at McKinney ISD Stadium — the matchup is set to draw a strong local crowd.

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.

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.