May 7, 2015

1. Miriam Karanja and Kevin Holmes with the Arkansas Cancer Coalition.  May is Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month.  Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that comes from the cells in the skin that produce pigment called melanocytes.  It is potentially a deadly skin cancer, killing more young women than any other cancer. One in 5 Americans will develop skin cancer.  One person  dies every hour from skin cancer in the USA.  More than 1 million people will be diagnosed each year. 
   • Colorectal cancer is cancer that occurs in the colon or rectum.  Sometimes it’s called colon cancer, for short.  The colon is the large intestine or large bowel.  The rectum is the passageway that connects the colon to the anus.  Men in general are more likely to develop colon cancer, or at later stages. Some factors that may contribute to an increase risk are alcohol consumption, tobacco use, overweight and obesity, and more.
   • Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the body grow out of control.  When cancer starts in the breast, it’s called breast cancer.  Except for skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women.
   • For more information on Skin, Colorectal, or Breast cancer, visit www.ARCancerCoalition.com.

2. Tara Shepard of Black Women Helping Black Women, LaKisha Johnson of Sickle Cell Support Services (SCSS), and Kimberly Lee of Bank of Little Rock (BLR) for the Purses & Empowerment Series “How to Become a CEO.”  Black Women Helping Black Women partnered with the Philander Smith College Social Justice Institute to present this FREE event, Saturday, May 9th from 12 Noon – 2pm at Philander Smith College with guest speakers Carmen Parks, Senior Membership Recruiter of the LR Chamber of Commerce; LaKisha Johnson, CEO of SCSS, and Kimberly Lee, Assistant Branch Manager of BLR. For more information, call 501-838-8448.

3. Rhonda Aaron, Founder of Sister Friends United, Inc. and Comedian Nate Williams for the 8th Annual Women of Excellence Awards and Scholarship Banquet.  Five  outstanding women in the community in the areas of Business, Media, Education, Health/Social Service, and Religion.  The honorees are Tjuana Byrd – Business; KOKY’s Sonta James – Media; Dr. Rhonda Mattox – Health/Social Service; Dr. Jennifer Johnson – Religion; and Trina Coleman – Education.  The formal red carpet event will be held Saturday, May 9th with a 6pm reception and 7pm ceremony at the NLR Wyndham Riverfront Hotel in the Silver City Ball Room.  For ticket information, visit www.eventbrite.com or call 501-7861801.   

April 30, 2015

1. Dino Davis with Quality Living Center (QLC) for the 4th Annual Spring Fest. QLC Alumni hosts this event, Saturday, May 2nd from 12 noon – 6pm at 4201 Asher Ave. in Little Rock.  The purpose is to bring awareness to substance abuse. The day will be filled with Food, Fun, and Live Entertainment from various local artists and comedians including Rodney Block, Tim Anthony, Comedian Ken Bright, and more!  For more information on the 4th Annual Spring Fest, Call 501-663-3490 or visit www.qualitylivingcenter.net.
   • Established in 2002, QLC is a multi-unit facility providing substance abuse treatment serviced with accommodation for 20 women and 75 men. 

2. Gary Casey with Life Skills for Youth (LSY) and Bryan Miller with Pulaski County Youth Services (PCYS) for Alcohol Awareness Month.  April is Alcohol Awareness Month and the Division of Behavioral Health Services, Prevention Services partnered with community organizations that include LSY and PCYS to launch a statewide initiative to reduce underage drinking and prescription drug abuse.  The initiative is entitled
   “Drinks, Drugs, Nah” is a prevention-focused, youth-centric, outreach initiative that will be spearheaded by local youth, non-profit organizations, faith based groups and community leaders.  For more information, visit www.takeactionAR.com or call 501-686-9164.

3. Sarah Thomas and Yana-Janell Scott for the 10th Annual Dinner on the Grounds with “A Walk in the Park” hosted by Our House.  The celebration will be held, Friday, May 1st at 6:30pm on the grounds of the Clinton Presidential Center and Park.  Darrin and Nicole Williams are the Co-Chairs of this spring soiree with over 500 guests expected to attend.  Festivities include dinner, live music, tasty treats from local vendors, games and more!  For ticket information, call 501-374-7383, extension 228 or visit www.ourhouseshelter.org.  Proceeds support Our House programs and services, furthering its mission to empower working homeless and near-homeless families and individuals to overcome a life of poverty.
   • Our House empowers homeless and near-homeless families and individuals to succeed in the workforce, in school, and in life through hard work, wise decision-making, and active participation in the community.

4. Michael Cooper, co-founder and a member of the legendary 70’s funk group Con Funk Shun.  Cooper is in town for the fundraiser benefit for Arkansas Baptist College Supper & Soul, held Thursday, April 30th at the Metroplex Event Center in Little Rock.  A cocktail reception & silent auction will be at 6pm | Dinner & Show featuring Con Funk Shun will be from 7pm-1am. Con Funk Shun has new music!  The new CD “More Than Love” is available at iTunes, Best Buy, Wal-Mart, Amazon.com and ConFunkShunUSA.com.

APRIL 23, 2015

1. Lena Moore, Deputy Executive Director of the Clinton Presidential Center for the exhibit “Dinosaurs Around the World.”  This is the global premiere of the new temporary exhibit that will have 13 life-sized roaring, breathing dinosaurs. Guests can take a journey and witness the evolution of hundreds of species of dinosaurs and more!  “Dinosaurs Around the World” exhibit opens Saturday, April 25th and will be on display through October.  The Clinton Center is open Monday-Saturday from 9am until 5pm | Sundays 1 t0 5pm.  For ticket information, visit www.clintonpresidentialcenter.org/.

2. Dr. John Miller, President of 100 Black Men of Greater Little Rock for the 2nd Annual Mentoring Across a Lifetime Leadership Conference.  100 Black Men of Greater Little Rock partnered with Shorter College to host this event  on “Understanding What Mentoring is All About.”  The  conference  takes place Saturday, April 25th from 9am-1:30pm at Shorter College, 604 N. Locust Street in LR.  Lunch will be provided.  Youth and adults are invited to this FREE event, but you must RSVP.  To RSVP, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-mentoring-across-a-lifetime-conference-tickets-16231388520. To learn more about 100 Black Men of Greater Little Rock, visit www.littlerock100.wix.com/blackmen.  To learn more about Shorter College, visit www.shortercollege.edu.

3. Dr. Fitz Hill, President of Arkansas Baptist College for the 2015 Supper & Soul Gala.  This annual fundraiser for Arkansas Baptist College will be Thursday, April 30th at the Metroplex Event Center in Little Rock.  A cocktail reception & silent auction will be at 6pm | Dinner & Show from 7pm-1pm.  Musical entertainment will be legendary 70’s funk group Con Funk Shun. All proceeds benefit Arkansas Baptist College Capital Campaign Fund.  For tickets, call 501-420-1206.  To learn more about Arkansas Baptist College, visit www.arkansasbaptist.edu.

4. Red for the Blues on the River Weekend 2015.  This year Blues on the River will take place on the North side for 2-Days of Fun, Music, and Food Food Food!  This annual event will be Friday-Saturday, April 24th and 25th at the North Shore Riverwalk.  Entertainment will be provided by Sir Charles, Lacee, Calvin Richardson, Denise LaSalle, Lenny Williams, Terry Wright, J-Won, Shirley Jones, the Jay Jackson Band, Ms. Jody, and Mel Waiters.  For tickets, call 501-779-4676 or visit www.eventsarkansas.com or go to the ticket outlets:  (LR) Uncle T’s, Ugly Mike’s, Norrison Furniture, Butler’s Furniture, and Fingerlicken Soul Food Restaurant; (NLR) Lindsey’s BBQ, Stevie’s Fish & Chicken, and Butler’s Furniture; (Pine Bluff) Record Rack. 
   • Friday – Gates open at 5pm.  Show starts at 6pm.
   • Saturday – Gates open at 2pm. Show starts at 3pm.
     • You can bring: lawn chairs, blankets, cameras (still photography), light jackets, umbrella for rain
     • Must bring photo I.D. & be 21 or older to drink
     • Security will be strictly enforced by the LRPD
     • All bags & persons are subject to search
     • Beer, Soda, Mixed Drinks will be sold.  

APRIL 16, 2015

1. Tyler Lindsey with the Arkansas Foodbank and Anton & Jillian Janik, Honorary Chairs for the 13th Annual ‘Empty Bowls’ Dinner & Charity Auction.  Artists and local chefs from your favorite restaurants come together to fight hunger, Thursday, April 23rd from 5:30pm-9:30pm at Next Level Events in Union Station near Downtown Little Rock. Around 19 various restaurants are participating, some of which includes:  Beef O’Brady’s, Local Lime, Taziki’s Mediterranean Café, Trio’s, YaYa’s Euro Bistro and more!  Silent and live auctions will feature original art, signature bowls signed by Former President Bill Clinton, current and former governors of Arkansas, and U or A Head Football Coach Bret Bielema, just to name a few.  The “Full Glasses” Afterparty will take place at 7:30pm with featured entertainment, Rodney Block.  For tickets and more information, visitwww.arkansasfoodbank.org.

2. Sue Tull, Executive Director of the Arkansas Chapter of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and LuAnne Seay, Co-Chair for the 2015 JDRF “Imagine Gala.”  The event takes place, Saturday, April 25th from 6pm-11pm at the Statehouse Convention Center with Fox 16 news anchor Kevin Kelly as the emcee.  Entertainment provided by The Groan Ups.  Melissa & Martin Thoma, co-founders of Thoma Thoma will be honored with the 2015 Living & Giving Award.  The JDRF Gala is held to raise funds for diabetes research and to further increase public education and awareness for diabetes.  For more information on the Gala or the JDRF, call 501-217-0321 or visit,www.greaterarkansas.jdrf.org

3. Dr. I. J. Routen for the 5th Annual Artistry in the Rock hosted by the Little Rock School District.  This 3-day annual fundraiser takes place Tuesday-Thursday, April 21st-23rd at the Metroplex Event Center, 10800 Colonel Glenn Road in LR. This event is a celebration and showcase of LRSD student talent in performing and visual arts. Three Concerts & Silent Auction Fundraiser of student and faculty artwork, as well as donations from local businesses will be Thursday night from 6pm-9pm.  Voices Without Borders, the district elementary honors ensemble, will present AFRICA: From Whence We Came and jazz renderings for the district faculty will conclude the 3-day celebration of arts in public education.  *All proceeds from the silent auction benefit graduation seniors planning to major in the arts or art education at a college or university.  For more information, visitwww.lrsd.org or call 501-447-1030.

4. Danna Dossett, Director of Community Programs for the City of Little Rock and Gary Casey, Life Skills for YOUTH  for the “Big Catch” Community Kids Fishing Fair.  This event will be Saturday, April 18th from 10am-3pm at MacArthur Park, 9th and McAlmont Street in Little Rock.  Registration starts at 9:30am.  The first 150 who register will get a free t-shirt. Enjoy food, a Live DJ, door prizes, carnival games, bouncers, and more! Adults must have a child to participate.  Don’t forget to bring your own bait and tackle. All game and fish rules will be followed.  (Cane Pole Only before 3pm | Rod and Reel after 3pm This is sponsored by the City of LR, Game & Fish Commission, Life Skills for YOUTH (LSY) and LR Parks & Recreation.  For more information, email [email protected] or Like em’ on Facebook: The Big Catch Fishing Derby.

April 9, 2015

1. Teri Todd with the Chi Eta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. for the 4th Annual Brown Girls Rock VIP Honors.  This event honors influential women of color making significant contributions to society.  The 2015 honorees have demonstrated outstanding service in the areas of educational enrichment, health promotion, family strengthening, environmental ownership and global impact.  This year’s honorees include: Sericia Cole, Dr. Abeer Washington, Dr. Andrea Stewart, Rosalind Brewer, Moradeun Ogunlana and Korto Momulu-Briggs.  In addition to honoring these women, the chapter will award the Dr. Phillis Nichols Anderson Faith Based Scholarship to area students.  Brown Girls Rock will be Saturday, April 11 at the Ron Robinson Theater, 100 River Market Ave. in Little Rock.  A reception will begin at 6:15 p.m. and the program will begin at 7 p.m.  Registration is FREE!  For tickets and more information call (501) 584-3947 or visit www.aka-chietaomega.org.

2. Dr. Paula Fletcher and Dr. Rhonda Mattox for Shorter College’s presentation of “Look Inside-Test Your Mood” Depression Workshop.  April is Alcohol Awareness Month and National Alcohol Screening Day is being observed on April 10.  Shorter College will host FREE Screening and Referral Workshops for alcohol and depression along with lunch and various speakers in mental health and substance abuse on April 10.  This event will be in the S.S. Morris building on the Shorter College campus, 604 North Locust St. in North Little Rock from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.  For more information, call (501) 374-6305 or visit www.shortercollege.edu.

3. Jeff Dyer for the Arkansas Dept. of Education’s (ADE) 2015 Educator Career Fair.  ADE’s Annual Educator Career Fair is designed to provide information to those with an interest in becoming a teacher, returning to teaching or for current teachers.  This event is for licensed teachers and administrators or new graduates licensed by August 2015 and career changers interested in entering the teaching profession through a traditional or non-traditional route.    The fair will be Saturday, April 18 from 9 a.m. – Noon at the Metroplex Event Center, 10800 Colonel Glenn Rd. in Little Rock.  For more information visit, www.arkansased.org.

APRIL 2, 2015

1. Valencia Hardy for the Arkansas Promise Enrollment Fair.  Arkansas Promise is a new program open to youth ages 14-16 who receive SSI benefits.  Promise will provide educational and employment supports to the participant and their families.  Promise will connect families to needed support. Promise will help the youth to be successful, included and connected to their communities.  Promise will also provide paid work experiences for youth and it does not effect SSI benefits.  The Arkansas Promise Enrollment Fair will be Saturday, April 4^th from noon-2pm at the North Metro Medical Center (formerly Rebsamen Hospital) in Jacksonville, 1400 Braden St.  For more information call (501) 687-4922 or visit www.PromiseAR.org.

2.  Fredrick Gentry for the 2nd Annual NFBPA 2015 Marks Of Excellence Awards Banquet.  The Greater Little Rock Chapter of the National Forum For Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) will recognize outstanding leaders in Federal, State, County Municipal Government and Education at this event.  This year’s honorees include; Commissioner Collette Honorable, Senator Joyce Elliot, Judge Joyce Elise Williams Warren, Captain Floyd Burns and UALR Chancellor, Dr. Joel E. Anderson.  The 2nd Annual NFBPA 2015 Marks Of Excellence Awards Banquet will be Saturday, April 4^th  | 6pm Reception | 7pm Banquet at the Clinton Presidential Center, 1200 Presidential Ave.  For more information, call (501) 371-4480 or (501) 240-5900.

3. NFL Professional Football Player, Clinton McDonald of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for Family Fun Day and also, the 3rd Annual “Iron Sharpen Iron” Youth Football/Cheer Camp, presented by Mcdonald and Associates Collective Collaborations-Light into Darkness (MACC/LID).  MACC/LID is a distinguished athletic organization based on a serving and assisting the betterment and uplifting the underprivileged.  Family Fun Day will be held Friday, April 3rd from 5:30pm-9pm at the Jacksonville Boys and Girls Club, 1 Boys Club Drive.  There will be music, food, free haircuts, a meet and greet with the NFL players: Michael Johnson, Tampa Bay Buccaneers; Demetrius Harris, Kansas City Chiefs; Joe Adams, former Arkansas Razorback; and free agent DJ Williams. Coaches and trainers will also be on site. The 3rd Annual “Iron Sharpen Iron” Youth Football/Cheer Camp will be held, Saturday, April 4^th from 9am-5pm on the football field of  Jacksonville High School, 2400 Linda Road.  For registration and more information, call (501)773-0917 or visit www.macclid.org.

MARCH 26, 2015

1. Dr. Lanita White, Pharm.D  from the UAMS 12th Street & Wellness Center for “March Man-Ness.” While this FREE health event focuses on Men’s Health, Women are also invited to receive Blood Pressure Checks, Body Mass Index Estimates, Glucose and Cholesterol Screenings, Dental Screenings and Physical Examinations from 9am to 1pm. Males may also have blood drawn to check testosterone levels and Prostate Sensitive Antigen (PSA) for Prostate Cancer Screenings. A panel of health care professionals, pharmacists and physicians will be on hand to answer personal health questions. Saturday, March 28th from 9am-1pm at Saint Mark Baptist Church is at 5722 W. 12th street. For more information, visit http://www.healthon12th.uams.edu/ or call the UAMS 12th Street Health & Wellness Center at 501-614-2492.

2. Frederick Buffington, Writer; and cast members Bradley Gamble and Shmber Uzuh for #90Day Probation Stage Play. SoWright Production presents this full-length theatrical production that follows the life of Austin Montgomery. The drama will allow you to view life from a male’s perspective, as he deals with a tempting cycle of romantic relationships and a commitment to saving the future of MJ, his team’s star quarter back. #90Day Probation will show, Thursday, April 2nd in the M.L. Harris Auditorium at Philander Smith College. 5:45 Red Carpet | 7pm show. For tickets, visit www.90DayProbation.com.

3. Michal Harris, Ocie Hunter, Jr., Antonio Mosby with the LRFD, and Lieutenant Bernie Bowers, Jr. for the Little Rock Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. hosting the 70th Southwestern Province Council Regional Meeting & their various events throughout in the city in celebraiton of “100 Years and Building: The Journey Continues.” Most of these events will take place at the Downtown Marriott Hotel & Statehouse Convention Center, MARCH 26th-29th. 500 members will attend from Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, New Mexico, & Arkansas.

   Thurs., March 26th | 7pm – FREE Public Meeting with keynote speaker, California State Assembly Member, Reginald Jones-Sawyer, Sr. Honorable Judge Alice Gray, Honorable Judge Rita Bailey, Honorable Leon Johnson, Honorable Judge Wendell Griffin, Retired Judge Marion Humphrey, and Commissioner Colette Honorable will all be honored.

   Healthy Kappa’s, Healthy Communities Initiative Health Fair (2-Days)
   Fri., March 27th | 10am-2pm
   Sat., March 28th | 9am-noon
   Provided will be FREE Medical Screenings, Services, and Health Information. (Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Glucose, Prostate, & more)

   Fri., March 27th | 10am-2pm | Dunbar Community Center, 1001 West 16th Street in LR. Emergency Support Responders will share information and job opportunities for the next generation of professionals. (Arms Services, FBI, LRPD, LRFD, Emergency Medical Response, Secret Service, AR State Police, Pulaski Co. Sheriff Dept., and Alcohol Tobacco Firearms)

MARCH 19, 2015

1. MARY GILES, RECRUITING SUPERVISOR AND DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL SERVICES AND PATRICIA CURRY WITH THE ARKANSAS ENTERPRISES FOR THE DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED FOR “INDEPENDENCE DAYS.” THIS EVENT IS FOR PARENTS, GUARDIANS AND CAREGIVERS THAT HAVE CONCERNS WITH THE DEVELOPMENT AND INDEPENDENT SKILL LEVELS OF THEIR PRESCHOOL AGE CHILD. THERE WILL BE INFORMATION AND THE OPPORTUNITY TO ADDRESS ATTENDEES CHILD’S SPECIAL NEEDS ALL IN AN EFFORT TO HELP THE CHILD GAIN THE SKILLS NECESSARY OR PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN READINESS. THIS EVENT IS ALSO FOR ADULT WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITES AND/OR GUARDIANS OF ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENT DISABILITIES. THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO GAIN KNOWLEDE ON HOW TO INITIATE AND/OR ACCESS THE SERVICES NEEDED TO IMPROVE THEIR QUALITY OF LIFE. “INDEPENDENCE DAYS” WILL BE MARCH 26^TH & 27^TH AT THE SAMMIE GAIL SANDERS RESOURCE CENTER, 1802 FRANKLIN ST.  IN NORTH LITTLE ROCK, 9AM-2PM. F OR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.AEDDINC.ORG OR CALL (501) 666-0246 EXT. 110.

2. JOHN TYNAN WITH CENTRAL ARKANSAS WATER (CAW) FOR FIX-A-LEAK WEEK.  FIX A LEAK WEAK IS A NATIONAL EFFORT TO REMIND INDIVIDUALS TO CHECK THEIR PLUMBING FIXTURES FOR LEAKS. CAW IS ENCOURAGING CUSTOMERS TO; FIND AND FIX HOUSEHOLD LEAKS TO “NIP THE DRIP,” CHECK FOR SILENT LEAKS IN THE TOILET AND AUTOMATIC SPRINKLER SYSTEMS FOR WINTER DAMAGE, TWIST FAUCET VALVES, TIGHTEN PIPE CONNECTIONS, SECURE WATER HOSES TO SPIGOTS AND REPLACE OLD PLUMBING FIXTURES AND IRRIGATION CONTROLLERS THAT ARE WASTING WATER WITH WATERSENSE LABELED MODELS CERTIFIED TO USE LESS WATER AND PERFORM WELL. CAW WORKS WITH VOLUNTEER PLUMBERS TO PROVIDE LEAK REPAIR SERVICES TO A NUMBER OF PRE-SELECTED LOW INCOME OR ELDERLY CUSTOMERS THROUGHOUT LITTLE ROCK AND NORTH LITTLE ROCK. THEY WILL ALSO BE PROVIDING PROMOTIONAL GIVEAWAYS SUCH AS LOW-FLOW SHOWERHEADS, FAUCET AERATORS AND TOILET LEAK DETECTION TABLETS AT ITS OFFICE IN LITTLE ROCK. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.CARKW.COM, WWW.TWITTER.COM/CARKW AND WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/CENTRALARWATER.​

3. R.D. KINSEY, POST COMMANDER AND POST HISTORIAN, CHARLES PERRY FOR THE MICHAEL VANN JOHNSON JR. AMERICAN LEGION POST #74, WITH THEIR 10th ANNUAL TRIBUTE TO FALLEN HEROES CEREMONY. ON THE ANNIVERSARY OF THE BEGINNING OF THE WAR IN IRAQ, AMERICAN LEGION POST #74 WILL HOLD THIS CEREMONY. THEY ASK YOU TO ATTEND THE OBSERVANCES, HONORING THE MEMORY OF ALL ARKANSANS WHOM HAVE MADE AND PAID THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE OF THEIR LIFE AS A RESULT OF THE WAR AGAINST TERRORISM. ALL GOLD STAR FAMILIES ARE ALWAYS THEIR VERY SPECIAL GUESTS. ALL RIDERS ARE INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ANNUAL MOTORCADE THAT WILL ASSEMBLE AT THE POST’S HQ FOR HOT COFFEE AND DONUTS AT 7:30A.M., SATURDAY, MARCH 28, TO MOTORCADE TO SHERWOOD FOREST. FOLLOWED BY THE 10th ANNUAL TRIBUTE TO FALLEN HEROES CEREMONY BEGINNING AT 11A.M. AT SHERWOOD FOREST, 1111 WEST MARYLAND AVENUE, IN SHERWOOD. FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL (501) 374-9002 OR (501) 247-4765 OR EMAIL [email protected]. 

MARCH 12, 2015

1. GREG HUNT, A LOCAL BUSINESS MAN WHO WAS DIAGNOSED WITH COLON CANCER, “FOR FIGHT NIGHT: KNOCKING OUT CANCER.” MARCH IS COLON CANCER AWARENESS MONTH. COLORECTAL CANCER, OR COLON CANCER, OCCURS IN THE COLON OR RECTUM. COLON CANCER AFFECTS MEN AND WOMEN OF ALL RACIAL AND ETHNIC GROUPS, AND IS MOST OFTEN FOUND IN PEOPLE 50 YEARS OR OLDER. IT IS THE 3RD MOST COMMON CANCER IN THE UNITED STATES, BEHIND ONLY LUNG AND PROSTATE CANCERS IN MEN AND LUNG AND BREAST CANCERS IN WOMEN, AND THE SECOND LEADING CAUSE OF CANCER DEATH. SINCE BEING DIAGNOSED WITH COLON CANCER, MR. HUNT HAS BEEN ON A MISSION TO SPREAD AWARENESS ABOUT THE DISEASE, RAISE MONEY AND MORE. #GHPrayFightWin HAS BECOME HIS OFFICIAL PLATFORM TO SPREAD AWARENESS ABOUT THE DISEASE AND TO ALSO RAISE MONEY FOR THE COLON CANCER ALLIANCE. FIGHT NIGHT, HOSTED BY GREG AND HIS TEAM, WILL BE THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 5:30-7P.M., AT COUNTRY INN AND SUITES IN CONWAY. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THIS EVENT AND HUNT’S JOURNEY, VISIT WWW.GHPRAYFIGHTWIN.ORG.

2. CORY ANDERSON, VICE PRESIDENT OF THE WINTHROP ROCKEFELLER FOUNDATION, FOR FORWARD ARKANSAS. FORWARD IS A PARTNERSHIP OF PARENTS, EDUCATION, BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY LEADERS COMMITTED TO IMPROVING PUBLIC EDUCATION IN ARKANSAS. FORWARD SEEKS TO DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE STRATEGIC PLAN FOR P-16 EDUCATION BY ARKANSANS FOR ARKANSANS. THE FORWARD STEERING COMMITTEE IS ENCOURAGING ARKANSANS TO PROVIDE FEEDBACK ABOUT THE STATE’S EDUCATION SYSTEM THROUGH ITS ONLINE SURVEYS. MORE THAN 6,500 ARKANSANS HAVE COMPLETED SURVEYS TO DATE. THE PUBLIC CAN ACCESS THE COMMUNITY SURVEY IN SPANISH OR ENGLISH AT FORWARDARKANSAS.ORG THROUGH THE END OF FEBRUARY. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.FORWARDARKANSAS.ORG.

3. PASTOR GLEN HERSESY, FROM ST. MARK BAPTIST CHURCH FOR THE 14th ANNUAL OPERATION IMPACT. ST. MARK CHURCH AND ARKANSAS BAPTIST COLLEGE PARTNERED TO PROVIDE RESOURCES TO THE COMMUNITY, LIKE CLOTHES, BOOKS, TOYS AND MORE. THIS EVENT WILL BE SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 9A.M.-1P.M., AT WRIGHT AVENUE AND MLK DR., IN LITTLE ROCK. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.SMARK.ORG OR WWW.ARKANASASBAPTIST.EDU.

4. KASEY SUMMERVILLE, PRESIDENT OF ARKANSAS DEMOCRATIC BLACK CAUCUS (ADBC) & REPRESENTATIVE REGINALD MURDOCK, HONORARY CHAIR, FOR THE 11th ANNUAL KING-KENNEDY DINNER. OUTSTANDING INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE MADE SIGNIFICANT CONTRIBUTIONS TO THEIR COMMUNITIES AND STATE WLL BE HONORED. KEYNOTE SPEAKER WILL BE DR. GWENDOLYN BOYD, PRESIDENT OF ALABAMA STATE UNIVERSITY. THIS DINNER WILL BE TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 7P.M., AT THE METROPLEX EVENT CENTER. FOR TICKETS: VISIT WWW.EVENTBRITE.ORG AND FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE ORGANIZATION VISIT: WWW.ARDEMOCRATICBLACKCAUCUS.ORG OR CALL KASEY SUMMERVILLE AT (870) 403-6187.

DECEMBER 12, 2013

1. KENNY HICKS AND TAMMI EAST FOR 13TH ANNUAL OVER 40 REVUE.  THIS FUNDRAISER WILL BENEFIT THE OVER 40 REVUE SCHOLARSHIP FUND.  MEN AND WOMEN OVER THE AGE OF 40 WILL SHOWCASE THEIR TALENT BY SINGING, DANCING, RECITING POETRY, AND MORE, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 21ST AT 6PM AT THE DOUBLETREE HOTEL.  FOR TICKET INFORMATION, CALL 501-551-0059.
    
2. ANNETTE FISHER AND WHITNEY CRATER FOR THE TIDWELL PROJECT, INC. 11TH ANNUAL FUNDRAISER.  THIS EVENT WILL BE SUNDAY, DECEMBER 22ND FROM 6:30PM-10PM AT THE DOWNTOWN MARRIOTT HOTEL, #3 STATEHOUSE PLAZA IN THE GRAND BALLROOM.  FOOD WILL BE PROVIDED ALONG WITH ENTERTAINMENT BY LOCAL BAND KEMISTRI FEATURING NICKY PARRISH, THE TIDWELL PROJECT DANCERS AND FEATURED THE CROONER HIMSELF…SINGER-SONGWRITER, JOE, WHO HAS PRODUCED MORE THAN 10 ALBUMS IN TWENTY YEARS. THE TIDWELL PROJECT PROVIDES EXPOSURE TO THE PERFORMING ARTS TO MANY TALENTED YOUNG ARKANSANS PURSUING THEIR GOALS OF HIGHER EDUCATION.  PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT SCHOLARSHIPS FOR THE STUDENTS TO ACHIEVE EDUCATIONAL AND PERSONAL GOALS.  FOR TICKET INFORMATION CALL 501-663-5516 OR 501-644-0478.
    
3. SUZANNE ORNELAS, FRITZI HEMPHILL, AND DEBRAH MITCHELL FOR THE 9TH ANNUAL BREAKFAST WITH SANTA FUNDRAISER.  THIS EVENT IS HOSTED BY THE GREATER LITTLE ROCK CHAPTER OF JACK & JILL OF AMERICA, INC. AND WILL TAKE PLACE, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 14TH FROM 9AM-11AM AT THE M. L. KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ON KING BLVD. IN LITTLE ROCK.  KIDS WILL GET TO ENJOY ARTS & CRAFTS, RECEIVE A TOY, AND TAKE PICTURES WITH SANTA.  PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT LOCAL CHARITIES AND THE JACK & JILL FOUNDATION.  FOR TICKET INFORMATION, CALL 501-658-6803.

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

1. LLOYD HUSKY, DIRECTOR OF ARKANSAS ADULT EDUCATION AT ARKANSAS BAPTIST COLLEGE & SHORTER COLLEGE.  ARKANSAS ADULT EDUCATION IS A DIVISION OF THE ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF CAREER EDUCATION. CENTERS ARE LOCATED ALL ACROSS THE STATE IN 75 COUNTIES.  THE ARKANSAS ADULT EDUCATION PROVIDES FREE GED COURSES, ESL CLASSES, AND JOB TRAINING FOR ADULTS LOOKING TO CONTINUE THEIR EDUCATION.  STARTING JANUARY 1ST, 2014, GED TEST WILL ONLY BE OFFERED ON A COMPUTER AND STUDENTS WILL HAVE TO PAY A FEE OF AS MUCH AS $120 TO TAKE THE EXAM. SCHOLARSHIPS WILL BE AWARDED TO ELIGIBLE STUDENTS. TO ENROLL, CALL 1-877-963-4GED (4433) OR VISIT WWW.AALRC.ORG.
2. PASTOR CARLOS AND LADY SHANON WALLACE OF WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES FOR THE ANNUAL LITTLE KINGS AND QUEENS COAT DRIVE.  THIS NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION ENCOURAGES THE COMMUNITY, SCHOOLS AND ORGANIZAITONS TO PROVIDE NEW OR GENTLY USED WARM WINTER COATS TO KEEP THE CHILDREN OF CENTRAL ARKANSAS WARM THROUGHOUT THE WINTER.  SINCE 2003, APROXIMATELY 4,000 COATS HAVE BEEN DISTRIBUTED TO STUDENTS IN THE LITTLE ROCK SCHOOL DISTRICT, A HEAD START PROGRAM, A CHILDREN’S SHELTER, AND FAMILIES IN LONOKE & PULASKI COUNTIES. COAT DONATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED THROUGH FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2013.  DONATIONS CAN BE MAILED TO WORD OF TRUTH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES, 413 ENGLAND STREET, LONOKE, AR, 72086. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO SCHEDULE A PICKUP OR DROP OFF, CALL 501-744-8649; OR VISIT FACEBOOK PAGE “COATS FOR LITTLE KINGS AND QUEENS” OR EMAIL [email protected].
3. DEUNTATE COPELAND, FOUNDER OF THE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION (NHSBA).  THE GOAL OF THE NHSBA IS TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF STUDENTS WHO GRADUATE FROM COLLEGE BY PROVIDING THE SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE THEY NEED TO ACHIEVE BEFORE ENTERING COLLEGE.  STUDENTS IN THE 9TH-12TH GRADES WILL BE PROVIDED MENTORSHIP, ATHLETIC TRAINING, EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT, AND LIFE TIPS.  FEBRUARY 1, 2014, THE NHSBA YOUTH SPORTS ADVOCACY AWARDS FUNDRAISER WILL TAKE PLACE DURING THE MEMPHIS GRIZZLIES & MILWAUKEE BUCKS GAME AT THE FEDEX FORUM. FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THE NHSBA OR THE FUNDRAISER, VISIT WWW.NHSBA.NET OR CALL 501-766-7136 OR EMAIL [email protected].

NOVEMBER 14, 2013

1. VALERIE DEWESE AND TRACEY SHINE FOR ARKANSAS WOMEN OF ESSENCE FUNDRAISER “BLUES AND BLUE JEANS…WITH A TOUCH OF R& B.” THE ORGANIZATION RAISES MONEY FOR EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS AND THIS YEAR’S FOCUS WILL BE HENDERSON STATE UNIVERSITY.  IN ELEVEN YEARS, THEY HAVE GIVEN AWAY MORE THAN $112,890.00 IN SCHOLARSHIPS.  THE EVENT WILL BE SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16TH FROM 7PM-11:30PM AT THE STATEHOUSE CONVENTION CENTER.  DEVIN “DC” CRUTCHER & THE GEMINI BAND OF MEMPHIS, TN WILL PROVIDE THE ENTERTAINMENT. A HUGE RAFFLE WITH AN ASSORTMENT OF PRIZES WILL ALSO TAKE PLACE.  FOR TICKET INFORMATION, CALL 501-993-0494. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE WOMEN OF ESSENCE AND THEIR NEXT FUNDRASIER, HAPPENING IN FEBRUARY 2014, “LIKE” WOMEN OF ESSENCE ON FACEBOOK.
2. JUDGE MARK LEVERETT FOR AR KIDS READ PROGRAM FOR CENTRAL ARKANSAS.  ARKANSAS KIDS READ HAS PARTNERED WITH THREE CENTRAL ARKANSAS SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN ORDER TO RECRUIT AND SUPPORT TUTORS FOR THE 2013-2014 SCHOOL YEAR.  FOR THIRD GRADERS IN CENTRAL ARKANSAS, 1 OUT OF 3 IS READING BELOW GRADE LEVEL.  IF YOU WANT TO BE A VOLUNTEER AND HELP CHILDREN ATTAIN READING LEVEL PROFICIENCY, CALL 501-244-2661; VISIT WWW.ARkidsRead.org;  @ARKidsRead ON TWITTER.
3. EXECUTIVE DIRECTER, KATHERINE DONALD OF THE COALITION FOR A TOBACCO FREE ARKANSAS AND NATIONAL SPEAKER, LA TANISHA WRIGHT FOR AN EVENT ON HOW THE TOBACCO INDUSTRY TARGETS YOUTH.  TOBACCO COMPANIES SPEND BILLIONS OF DOLLARS EVERY YEAR TO GET YOUTH & CERTAIN GROUPS TO USE TOBACCO.  THE COALITION FOR A TOBACCO FREE ARKANSAS ARE HOSTING THIS EVENT GEARED TO ADDRESS THE NEED FOR TOBACCO CONTROL IN ORDER TO PROTECT THE PUBLIC.  THE EVENT WILL BE, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14TH FROM 3PM-4:30PM AT PHILANDER SMITH COLLEGE, 900 DAISY BATES DRIVE IN THE ELDER AUDITORIUM IN LITTLE ROCK.  FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW YOU CAN QUIT THE USE OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS, CALL 1-800-QUIT-NOW (1-800-784-8669).

NOVEMBER 7, 2013

1. CHANTEL TUCKER WITH THE ARKANSAS MINORITY HEALTH COMMISSION (AMHC) FOR “SOUTHERN AIN’T FRIED SUNDAYS.” AMHC CHALLENGES ARKANSANS TO MAKE LIFESTYLE CHANGES THROUGH ITS “SOUTHERN AIN’T FRIED SUNDAYS” PROGRAM.  THE PROGRAM WILL SHOWCASE A KICKOFF LUCHEON AND EXPO, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH FROM 9AM-1PM AT THE EMBASSY SUITES HOTEL, 11301 FINANCIAL CENTRE PARKWAY IN LITTLE ROCK FEATURING “SUNDAY BEST” WINNER TASHA PAGE-LOCKHART.  IT IS FREE TO THE PUBLIC, BUT REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. TO REGISTER AND OBTAIN MORE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.SOUTHERNAINTFRIED.ORG.
2. STEVEN JUAIN YOUNG, SANDI ROY, LAURA MONTGOMERY WITH ARKANSAS EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (AEA) JOHN ROSALES WITH THE NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION IN WASHINGTON, D.C., AND HOLLYWOOD ACTRESS PHYLLIS YVONNE-STICKNEY FOR “BUILDING COMMUNITIES, NOT BULLIES.”  ACCORDING TO THE NATIONAL STATISICS, EVERY 7 MINUTES A CHILD IS BULLIES; 85% OF THE TIME, THERE IS NO INTERVENTION OF ANY KIND.  THE AEA IS HOSTING THE “BUILDING COMMUNITIES, NOT BULLIES” EVENT, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9TH FROM 1PM-3PM AT THE CLINTON PRESIDENTIAL CENTER, 1200 PRESIDENT CLINTON AVE. IN LITTLE ROCK.  THIS EVENT IS SPONSORED BY THE AEA MAKING CONNECTIONS EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS.  FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 501-247-6858.
3. DR. LANITA WHITE WITH THE ARKANSAS PHARMACISTS ASSOCIATION FOR FLU SHOTS.  DURING LAST YEAR’S FLU SEASON, ABOUT 60 ARKANSANS DIED OF COMPLICATIONS FROM THE FLU; OVER HALF WERE 65 YEARS OLD AND 5 WERE LESS THAN 18 YEARS OLD.  THERE IS A LOT OF MISINFORMATION ABOUT IMMUNIZATIONS ESPECIALLY ON THE INTERNET.  TO GET INFORMATION FROM A TRUSTED SOURCE, VISIT THE ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION ONLINE AT  WWW.HEALTHY.ARKANSAS.GOV (CLICK ON “S” FOR SEASONAL FLU) OR WWW.CDC.GOV OR VISIT YOUR LOCAL PHARMACIST OR OTHER HEALTH CARE PROVIDER.

OCTOBER 31, 2013

1. MISTY HARP WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (ADE) FOR “BECOMING AN ARKANSAS TEACHER” CAREER FAIR.  ARKANSANS INTERESTED IN BECOMING AN ARKANSAS TEACHER CAN LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PROCESS AT THE ARKANSAS DEPT. OF EDUCATION’S BECOMING AN ARKANASAS TEACHER EVENT, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND FROM 9AM-12PM AT THE HOLIDAY INN AIRPORT, 3201 BANKHEAD DRIVE IN LITTLE ROCK.  THE EVENT IS FREE AND WILL PROVIDE INFORMATION ON FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, TEACHER CERTIFICATION, MASTER DEGREE PROGRAMS, AND ADE’S ARKANSAS PROFESSIONAL PATHWAY TO EDUCATOR LICENSURE  (APPEL) PROGRAM.  TO REGISTER, GO TO WWW.ADETRR.EVENTBRITE.COM AND FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL THE ADE OFFICE OF TEACHER RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION AT 501-682-6349.
2. MARIA REYNOLDS-DIAZ, AARP STATE DIRECTOR FOR WALGREENS “WAY TO WELL” HEALTH TOUR WITH AARP.  THE TOUR WILL PROVIDE FREE HEALTH TEST VALUED AT OVER $100, MEASURE 10 KEY INDICATORS THAT INCLUDE TOTAL CHOLESTEROL, GLUCOSE, BLOOD PRESSURE, BODY MASS INDEX, BODY COMPOSITION, SKELETAL MUSCLE, RESTING METABOLISM, VISCERAL FAT, REAL BODY AGE AND BODY WEIGHT.  ALL TESTS ADMINISTERED BY WELLNESS STAFF AND COMPLETED IN 20 MINUTES. FOR A COMPLETE BUS SCHEDULE, VISIT WWW.AARP.ORG/AR.  PARTICIPATING LOCATIONS AND DATES:
   1. NOV. 6TH  FROM 11AM-5PM, WALGREENS, 2503 W. 28TH IN PINE BLUFF (870) 850-6084.
   2. NOV. 7TH FROM 11AM-5PM, WALGREENS, 159 E. GRAND AVE. IN HOT SPRINGS (501) 624-5598.
   3. NOV. 8TH FROM 11AM-5PM, WALGREENS, 5917 BASELINE RD. IN LITTLE ROCK (501) 565-7844.
   4. NOV. 9TH FROM 10AM-4PM, WALGREENS 200 E. RACE AVE. IN SEARCY (501) 279-1125.
3. DR. JAMES BUMPUS, DEAN OF RELIGIOUS STUDIES & URBAN COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AT ARKANSAS BAPTIST COLLEGE AND DR. LEVERNE BELL-TOLLIVER, ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AT UALR FOR THE DOCUMENTARY SCREENING OF THE 2012 SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL WINNER, “THE HOUSE I LIVE IN.”  THE FILM DEPICTS THE EFFECT OF THE YEAR ON DRUGS ON INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITIES AND DEMONSTRATES HOW POLICIES HAVE LED TO THE MASS INCARCERATION CRISIS IN THIS COUNTRY.  THE SCREENING WILL BE HELD, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND FROM 9AM-12NOON.  FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO RSVP EMAIL [email protected].

OCTOBER 24, 2013

1. TRINA JOHNSON, EXPECT THE UNEXPECTANT EVENTS AND MILTON GRAHAM, SR. AREA DIRECTOR 6 FOR “PARTNERING  WITH A PURPOSE.” THE SOCIAL WORK DEPARTMENT OF PHILANDER SMITH COLLEGE PRESENTS “PARTNERING WITH A PURPOSE” SPONSORED BY EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED EVENTS, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26TH FROM 6-9PM AT PHILANDER SMITH COLLEGE, 900 DAISY BATES DRIVE IN LITTLE ROCK IN THE KENDALL NUGENT CETER.  PAMELA SMITH WILL HOST THE EVENT WITH SPEAKERS, MILTON GRAHAM AND JUDGE MARK LEVERETT.  THERE WILL BE ENTERTAINMENT, A SILENT & LIVE AUCTIONS WITH PROCEEDS BENEFITING FOSTER CHILDREN AND A SCHOLARSHIP FUND FOR SOCIAL WORK MAJORS. FOR TICKET INFORMATION AND MORE, CALL 501-392-2933 OR EMAIL [email protected].
2. COACH LEJUAN WASHINGTON AND COACH STEVE ALLEN OF TEAM USA CLUB FOR WE HOOPIN TOURNAMENT.  THE WE HOOPIN 3 ON 3 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT WILL BE, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND FROM 10AM-6PM AT P.A.R.K., 6915 GEYER SPRINGS ROAD IN LITTLE ROCK.  BOYS AND GIRLS CAN REGISTER, COMPETE, AND BE ELIGIBLE TO WIN BRAGGING RIGHTS, MEDALLIONS, & A CASH PRIZE. THE AGE CATEGORIES: 10 AND UNDER, 11-14 YEARS, 15-18 YEARS.  PROCEEDS WILL BENEFIT TEAM USA CLUB AND SISTERS LIVING WITH ALOPECIA. FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.WEHOOPIN.COM.
3. THERESA TIMMONS, TIMMONS ARTS FOUNDATION; LOTTIE SHACKELFORD, THE LINKS; JOY ROCKENBACH, ARKANSAS COALITION FOR OBESITY PREVENTION; & DEREK LEWIS II, AMDPA & THE DEREK LEWIS FOUNDATION FOR “OBESITY IN CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS COMMUNITY FORUM:  THE PARENT IMPACT FACTOR.”  THIS EVENT WILL BE, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26TH FROM 9AM-1PM AT THE METROPLEX EVENT CENTER, 10800 COLONEL GLENN ROAD IN LITTLE ROCK.  ADMISSION IS FREE AND HEALTHY LUNCHES WILL BE SERVED.  BEGINNING AT 10AM BIKES, HELMETS, AND FITNESS HOOPS WILL BE GIVEN AWAY EVERY HOUR.  FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 501-221-1788.

OCTOBER 17, 2013

1. CHIEF MASTER ANDERSON AND STUDENTS FOR ANDERSON’S TAEKWONDO AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM.  THE PROGRAM OFFERS VAN PICK-UPS FROM SCHOOL, AN AFTERNOON SNACK, HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE, TEACHING RESPONSIBILITY, DISCIPLINE AND HELP TO BUILD SELF ESTEEM.  FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO ENROLL YOUR CHILD CALL (501) 375-5507.  CHIEF MASTER ANDERSON’S BLACK BELT ACADEMY WILL ALSO HOST ITS 16th ANNUAL 101 A/B TAEKWONDO TOURNAMENT, SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16 AT UALR’S DONAGHEY STUDENT CENTER, 2801 S. UNIVERSITY AVE.  MORE INFORMATION ON THE TOURNAMENT CAN BE FOUND OUT BY CALLING  (501) 375-5507.
2. MIKE GAVIGAN, CHAIRMAN FOR RACE FOR THE CURE ALONG WITH CANCER SURVIVOR, JALISA WYATT FOR THE 20th ANNUAL SUSAN G. KOMEN RACE FOR THE CURE.  THE MISSION OF SUSAN G. KOMEN FOR THE CURE IS TO SAVE LIVES AND END BREAST CANCER FOREVER BY EMPOWERING PEOPLE, ENSURING QUALITY CARE FOR ALL AND ENERGIZING SCIENCE TO FIND THE CURES.  THE RACE PROVIDES AN OPPORTUNITY TO HONOR BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS AND TO REMEMBER THOSE WHO HAVE LOST THE BATTLE.  OF THE MONEY RAISED THROUGH THE RACE, 75% STAYS IN ARKANSAS TO FUND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, WHILE THE REMAINING 25% FUNDS NATIONAL RESEARCH GRANTS.  THE RACE WILL BE HELD IN DOWNTOWN LITTLE ROCK/NORTH LITTLE ROCK ON SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19. FOR THE FIRST TIME, THIS YEAR MEN CAN PARTICIPATE IN THE RUN/WALK. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE RACE VISIT WWW.KOMENARKANSAS.ORG OR CALL (501) 202-4399.