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Monday, December 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Little Rock’s Centre at University Park is being turned into a senior recreation facility with work scheduled to finish in the last quarter of 2026, according to the Parks and Recreation director. The project will offer dedicated spaces for local seniors — a community upgrade.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Patrick Lewis has been named Arvest Community Bank president for Conway and Morrilton. His appointment was announced today and is expected to boost local banking services.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

CULTURE NEWS

  • Roger Armbrust, known as the ambling poet of Hillcrest, became a cherished neighborhood sage whose simple verses and kind presence touched many local residents.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

HEALTH NEWS

  • Arkansas state parks will host First Day Hikes on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026 to help residents start the new year with a healthy outdoor walk. Community members are invited to join guided hikes at participating parks.  Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 12/31/25

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  • Time Travel Half Marathon and Fun Run

    Time Travel Half Marathon/10K/5K — 9 a.m. — North Little Rock, Arkansas — Entry fees vary — Celebrate the New Year with a fun-packed running event for all ages featuring various distances.

    Sat, 1/24/26

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  • Arkansas Contractors' Auction

    8 AM – 9 AM — Blackmon Auctions Complex — Auction fees apply — Bid on a variety of trucks, trailers, and construction equipment at this extensive public auction.

    Tue, 1/27/26

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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