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North Little Rock, Arkansas Patch AM: a 5 min readCheers North Little Rock! We’re back, helping you stay up to date with what’s happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why a North Little Rock rail worker just won a big ruling
- What new arrest means in the 2021 Icon Lakewood shooting case
- How James Williams changed North Little Rock’s fire service forever
Also on today's calendar: Arkansas State Speed Puzzle Championship and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: A shower and t-storm; humid, with a high of 78 and low of 64 degrees.
- Saturday: A shower and thunderstorm, temps: high: 71, low: 66.
- Sunday: Partly sunny and humid, with a high of 81 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Investigation concludes that Union Pacific broke law when it fired North Little Rock employee (arkansasonline.com) — A federal investigation found Union Pacific violated whistleblower protections when it fired a North Little Rock yard worker who halted work over lightning safety concerns. OSHA has ordered the railroad to pay more than $300,000 in back wages, benefits, and damages, and the company is challenging the decision before a Labor Department judge. 
2. Man, 22, faces capital murder charge in '21 North Little Rock shooting (arkansasonline.com) — North Little Rock residents are learning that a 22-year-old man has been arrested on a capital murder charge tied to a 2021 shooting at the Icon Lakewood Apartments that killed Taylor Davis and injured another person. The update details previous arrests, plea deals, and how cold case detectives revived the investigation, offering closure steps in a long-running neighborhood case.
3. ‘He never met a stranger,' Remembering NLRFD's first African American firefighter (kark.com) — North Little Rock is honoring James Williams, the city’s first African American firefighter, whose 39-year career opened doors for many who followed. Family members and fellow firefighters recall his kindness, perseverance through adversity, and mentorship, emphasizing how his quiet trailblazing and focus on caring for others shaped the department and local African American history exhibits.
4. Building Better Partnerships with Shelbey Morris (leisuregrouptravel.com) — North Little Rock residents get a behind-the-scenes look at how tourism sales leader Shelbey Morris works to attract sports events and meetings to the city. She explains how partnerships, tailored experiences, and strong relationships help planners choose North Little Rock, and offers advice for young women aiming for leadership roles in the tourism industry.
5. The Sasquash at Funky Stretch Pizza, ribs at Lindsey's Hospitality House and more: The best things we ate in September (arktimes.com) — Food lovers in North Little Rock get a shout-out with a glowing review of Funky Stretch Pizza’s curry-topped Sasquash pie, praised for its fluffy crust and bold flavors. The piece also spotlights favorite plates at La Hacienda and Lindsey’s Hospitality House, giving you fresh ideas for your next local lunch or dinner outing.
📸 Around North Little Rock
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★ Featured events ★
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North Little Rock Airshow →
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Saturday October 3
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Other local events
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Arkansas State Speed Puzzle Championship →
First United Methodist Church, 6701 John F Kennedy Boulevard, North Little Rock
9:00 am -
VB vs. Jacksonville
Maumelle Middle School, 1000 Carnahan Dr, Maumelle
4:30 pm -
Pinnacle View vs. Mabelvale
Mabelvale Middle School, 10811 Mabelvale West Rd, Little Rock
5:30 pm -
Dunbar @ FHSA Volleyball
Fhsa K-8, 5901 Evergreen Dr, Little Rock
5:30 pm -
Come Get Your ID →
Seis Puentes Resource Center, 3207 Mac Arthur Drive, North Little Rock
9:30 am -
National Night Out
Southwest High School, 6401 Baseline Rd, Little Rock
5:00 pm -
Football- Pinnacle View vs. Lacey Academy
J.A. Fair K-8 Preparatory Academy, 13420 David O Dodd Rd, Little
5:30 pm -
Ingles Con Seis Puentes →
Seis Puentes Resource Center, 3207 Mac Arthur Drive, North Little Rock
5:30 pm -
Come Get Your ID →
Seis Puentes Resource Center, 3207 Mac Arthur Drive, North Little Rock
9:30 am -
Ingles Con Seis Puentes →
Seis Puentes Resource Center, 3207 Mac Arthur Drive, North Little Rock
5:30 pm -
Homecoming: A Celebration of Coming Home benefiting Providence Park →
North Little Rock Event Center, 120 North Main, North Little Rock
5:30 pm
Saturday October 3
Monday October 5
Tuesday October 6
Thursday October 8
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Help find BUKI
Last seen near Macarthur & marche september 25th Approx 50lb male #askyourneighbors (Nextdoor Marche) - Stone Links Neighborhood garage sale.
Please stop by my house. 13508 Royal Ashdown Manor. Lots of good items at the garage sale. I’m looking forward to meeting you this Saturday. (Nextdoor Stone Links)
- Taco Bell posted a job opening for Shift Lead in North Little Rock. Apply here.
- Dobbs Peterbilt - PTC of Tennessee, LLC posted a job opening for Diesel Technician (Diesel Mechanic), Mobile in North Little Rock. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near North Little Rock here.
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-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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