News from the South - Arkansas News Feed
'Hoopfest' style tournament makes its return to Little Rock
SUMMARY: Maya Ellison from GB 11 reports on the return of the beloved Hoopfest basketball tournament in downtown Little Rock after over a decade. The event, part of a food truck festival, combines basketball with community fun, allowing sixth to eighth graders to showcase their skills. Participants expressed how the supportive environment feels like family, emphasizing community spirit. The tournament aims to revive the excitement of past Hoopfests, highlighting the importance of outdoor play and unity. Ultimately, it serves as a reminder of the festival’s cultural significance and offers young players a glimpse of future basketball opportunities in Little Rock.
After being gone for more than a decade a ‘Hoopfest’ style tournament has made its long-awaited return to Little Rock— in a unique way.
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Arkansas forces 5 turnovers to beat Auburn in SEC opener | HogZone
Tyler Cass and John Nabors recap Arkansas’s 24-14 victory over Auburn and what the Razorbacks can improve on going forward.
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Arkansans come together to honor those lost on National Day of Remembrance
SUMMARY: Gun violence affects everyone, regardless of age, race, or gender, a sentiment echoed by parents and community advocates during the National Day of Remembrance. Maya Ellison from THV11 highlighted the urgent need for action, sharing stories of loss and the long-term impacts of gun violence in Arkansas, which has one of the nation’s highest gun violence death rates. Organizations like Parents of Murdered Children are pushing for stronger victim rights and community education. Advocates like Unity Nelms stress accountability for those bringing guns into communities, as they work towards collective change to prevent further heartbreak for families.
Gun violence affects everyone, and Arkansas parents and community leaders shared their calls for change during the National Day of Remembrance memorial.
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