Loblolly, the beloved ice cream spot turning 15, is redefining National Ice Cream Day as “National Loblolly Day” with fresh flavors, a year’s worth of ice cream for the grand prize winner, and a kid’s cone contest where their flavor dreams might just become menu magic — all while Sally Mengel celebrates a decade and a half of sweet community love.

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A deadly shooting in Little Rock, Arkansas, left 44-year-old Jose Miguel Quiroz-Mata dead early Tuesday morning. Two suspects, Yudith Reyes, 49, and Luis Reyes, 22, have been arrested and charged with capital murder. Police are still investigating the circumstances leading up to the fatal incident, but the swift arrest underscores the severity of the crime and the community’s urgent need for answers.

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Sonny Williams is roaring back to life with a fresh new look and same-love classics — reopening July 18th on President Clinton Ave, featuring revamped interiors, a new happy hour, and valet parking. The beloved Little Rock staple’s kitchen crew stays, but the vibe’s been updated for modern diners. Dinner’s 5–9 p.m., happy hour 5–6:30 p.m., six days a week. Don’t miss it.

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Arlington, Virginia, claims its ninth straight crown as America’s fittest city, with Washington D.C., Minneapolis, Seattle, and Denver rounding out the top five — all boasting lower obesity rates, more active lifestyles, and better access to parks and transit. Cities like Charlotte and Virginia Beach surged up the rankings, while Orlando, Laredo, and Jacksonville slid down, highlighting a growing health divide. The report underscores that healthy living isn’t just about personal choice — it’s about how cities are designed to make movement effortless, urging planners and communities to build healthier, more active environments for everyone.

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A 20-year-old man, Charles McCrary, has been arrested in connection with a deadly early morning shooting in Little Rock that killed 18-year-old Dillan Cheeter and wounded at least two other juveniles. McCrary faces a capital murder charge and is being held without bond. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing as families grapple with the tragic aftermath.

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In Fayetteville, a couple—Gary Duane Powell Junior, 42, and Savannah Nakaye Powell, 43—pleaded guilty to multiple felony theft charges for stealing from an elderly woman. Gary admitted to one Class B felony and four Class D felonies, while Savannah faced four Class D counts of theft by receiving. The case, handled by prosecutor Brandon Carter and presided over by Circuit Judge Joanna Taylor, underscores the devastating impact of exploiting vulnerable elders. With sentencing pending, the guilty pleas signal accountability, but the emotional toll of betrayal remains stark.

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