Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Hayden Balgavy reports on the closure of a favored downtown Little Rock lunch spot, Problem Child Pizza & EJ's.
🚨 Crime
Arkansas State Police arrested a suspect and seized psychoactive mushrooms, ecstasy, illegal marijuana, and promethazine following a high-speed chase and vehicle crash.
🎭 Culture
U.S. ambassador to Israel nominee Mike Huckabee participated in a Hanukkah menorah lighting in Little Rock, expressing strong support for Israel.
🏛️ Government
The Little Rock Board of Directors has officially approved the 2025 budget after weeks of discussion.
🏈 Sports
The Little Rock Lightning, a professional basketball team, announced a $30 million project to construct a new arena in Central Arkansas, enhancing community and youth engagement with a focus on sports, education, and economic growth, set to commence in 2025.
🎉 Little Rock Events
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3rd Annual Central Arkansas Last Chance Run and Kids Fun Run
This event features the 3rd Annual Central Arkansas Last Chance Run along with a Kids Fun Run for participants aged 10 and under.
Monday Matinee: Despicable Me 2 Screening
The North Little Rock Public Library will host a free screening of 'Despicable Me 2' as part of its Monday Matinee series showcasing popular movies.
New Year's GloWild Celebration at Little Rock Zoo
Celebrate the new year at the Little Rock Zoo with GloWild lanterns, snacks, hot beverages, rides, and music in a family-friendly atmosphere.
The Iron Giant Screening
Experience the animated classic 'The Iron Giant', which tells the heartwarming story of a boy's friendship with a giant robot.
Fonky Donkey and Friends Blues Concert
Experience a lively blues concert featuring the Fonky Donkey band, known for their energetic performances and engaging roots music.
Les Misérables Film Screening
The film adaptation of Victor Hugo's classic tale, featuring themes of love and redemption, will be shown at the Ron Robinson Theater with general admission seating and available concessions.
Candlelight Concert: Vivaldi's Four Seasons
Experience a live performance of Vivaldi's Four Seasons by the Listeso String Quartet, illuminated by candlelight at the Albert Pike Memorial Temple.
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