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Development

Central Arkansas Economy Experiencing Unprecedented Growth Potential

Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Jay Chesshir is excited for the future of Central Arkansas and its economic development potential. Here's what he had to say:

• Large-scale growth: Cities throughout Central Arkansas are seeing projects, growth, and increasing in-migration, and the Little Rock metro area is no different.

• Prioritizing talent: A campaign to attract talent to Central Arkansas has been successful, with over 650 resumes and applications from 33 states and 9 countries.

Read more from TB&P HERE.

Entertainment

Jeff Nichols' "The Bikeriders" Brings Pre-Release Presentation and Q&A to Central Arkansas in October

Arkansas native Jeff Nichols' latest film, The Bikeriders will be screening in Central Arkansas in October. Jeff will be attending the pre-release presentation and participating in a Q+A following the film, making it a truly special event.

• Star-studded: The movie, featuring Jodie Comer, Austin Butler, and Tom Hardy, tells the story of a fictional 1960's Midwestern motorcycle club.

• Homecoming: Jeff, a graduate of the North Carolina School of the Arts' School of Filmmaking, is thrilled to bring his latest work back home.

Read more on this special screening HERE.

Highlight

Exploring the City's Top Attractions and Activities With a Guide From Southern Living

Southern Living recently put out a guide on the top things to do in Little Rock. The city is full of exciting activities for travelers and locals alike. From museums to outdoor activities, here are some of the best things to do in Little Rock:

• River Market District: Fill your day with plenty of bars, restaurants, shops, and museums, then end the night with a cup of an alcoholic beverage and soak up Little Rock's nightlife.

• Old Mill & Big Dam Bridge: Visit two iconic landmarks in the city: the Old Mill, featured in 'Gone With the Wind', and the Big Dam Bridge, North America's longest pedestrian and cycling bridge.

• Foodie Experiences: Stuff your face with some of the best fare in Little Rock, from the Ottenheimer Market to the world-famous Arkansas cheese dip.

Read the full Southern Living guide HERE.

Events

Get Hands-On at the Museum of Discovery's 12th Annual Tinkerfest Event

Tinkerfest, the Museum of Discovery's annual fun-filled event, is returning to Little Rock this weekend.

• Suitable for all ages: Get your hands dirty and explore more than 50 hands-on activities, from making rope to exploring robotics to a Dino Vet Clinic.

• Affordable fun: With an admission fee of $12 for adults, $10 for children and free admission for infants, you get a lot of bang for your buck. Plus, seniors, teachers, Little Rock city employees and active/retired military personnel can get in for $10.

Learn more and purchase tickets HERE.

Little Rock Daily Picks

In other news…

• Get caffeinated: If you're looking to treat yourself or one of your friends with some of the best coffee on the market, you can pick up Onyx Coffee, an award-winning, Arkansas-based coffee roaster that is on a mission to find and serve the finest and most unique coffees in the world.*

• Something's brewing: The Regions Bank on JFK Boulevard in NLR was flattened to make way for a new 7Brew location.

• Iced out: A 7-year old from Paragould recently found a nearly 3 carat diamond at the Crater of Diamonds State Park in Murfreesboro.

• Art for her country: Little Rock native, Cary Smith, painted a series of military women to honor them and their service, and 6 of these paintings are being hung in the Pentagon.

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