Here's the latest local and regional news from the Little Rock Public Radio Newsroom for Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
- Little Rock school officials are exploring possible building closures in an effort to make up a $4 to $7 million shortfall needed to ensure the district’s financial stability
- The Museum of Discovery's exhibits and facilities director Josh Annett has been named the new executive director following the departure of executive director Steven Schnell last week
- September is National Preparedness Month, and officials with the American Red Cross are urging Arkansans to be aware that disasters can strike at a moment’s notice
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