B reast Cancer
BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
TREE CANOPY
Board members accepted a federal EPA grant to pay for 7,550 new trees and saplings at Reservoir and Murray parks These trees will replace those destroyed by the March 31, 2023, and provide shade and comfort to residents and guests visiting these parks.
ROSE CREEK TRAIL
The board moved forward with plans to establish the Rose Creek Trail, a new multi-use trail that will connect Rose Creek Park and the Arkansas River Trail, helping to enhance quality of life and place through community connections
Watch the latest Little Rock Board of Directors meeting at: youtube.com/citylittlerock
EVENT REPLAYS
October 9, 2025
Find press conferences, meetings, and event recordings by LRTV linked here. conferences, meetings, here.
October 6, 2025
Planning Commission Meeting
October 6, 2025
Board of Directors Meeting
September 30, 2025
Love Your Firefighters Check Presentation
September 27, 2025
BOD Agenda Meeting
National Public Lands Day
Find all streamed and recorded events on CLR YouTube channel and Facebook page: youtube.com/littlerock facebook.com/littlerock
Department
HUMAN RESOURCES Hiring Manager Training
On September 24, the Department of Human Resources hosted the City of Little Rock Hiring Manager Workshop The workshop walked hiring managers through the full hiring process from creating requisitions to interviewing, onboarding, and beyond We also had breakout sessions and a panel discussion with the Office of the City Attorney. Each session focused on practical steps and best practices to make hiring more consistent, fair, and efficient across departments Participants left with a stronger understanding of how their role fits into the City’s overall hiring timeline, along with great tips on communication, candidate engagement, and using our HR tools It was also a great opportunity to network and share ideas. The feedback was positive, and participants appreciated how hands-on and clear the sessions were. Thank you to the HR team for hosting such an informative and resourceful workshop for our hiring managers!
Highlights
City team member, Greg Hamblock, recently shared positive feedback about a young man working at the Green Station located at 2000 S Thayer Street. Greg noted that this employee consistently demonstrates friendliness, professionalism, and a helpful attitude qualities that make him an outstanding representative of the City of Little Rock Greg wanted to highlight this positive example of excellent customer service and commend his dedication to the community.
LITTLE ROCK FIRE DEPARTMENT First Responders Hero Day
The Little Rock Fire Department, Little Rock Police Department, and MEMS teamed up to deliver an amazing, hands-on learning opportunity at Hero Day. Hero Day was designed to inspire the next generation by giving students a firsthand look at what it’s really like to work in public safety. Participants explored how all three departments collaborate daily to protect and serve the community Thank you to our fire department for hosting an engaging and informational event for our youth here in Little Rock!
New
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS TRAINING
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Department of Community Programs is hosting a community training and panel discussion to raise awareness, strengthen collaboration, and equip residents with the tools to prevent and respond to domestic violence in our community. The panel will highlight the invaluable work of service providers, discuss challenges survivors face, and identify ways community members can support help and healing. Thursday, October 16, 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM, The Methodist Foundation
FALL FESTIVAL AT SOUTHWEST COMMUNITY CENTER
Join us for Fall Fest at Southwest Community Center! Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled afternoon of face and pumpkin painting, food, music, games, candy, prizes and more. This event is free and open to everyone, so come out and celebrate the season with us!
Saturday, October 25, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Southwest Community Center
TRUNK OR TREAT AT STEPHENS AND DUNBAR COMMUNITY CENTERS
Thursday, October 30, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
TRICK OR TREAT AT WEST CENTRAL COMMUNITY CENTER
Friday, October 31, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
LAST LR RECYCLES DAY OF 2025
Join the Sustainability Office, Keep Little Rock Beautiful, and the Little Rock Zoo on Saturday, November 15, 2025! For more information on what items are recyclable, visit the Recycling page on the website, linked here: LR RECYCLES DAY SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, LITTLE ROCK ZOO
News
GREAT AMERICAN SMOKE OUT DAY: PRESS CONFERENCE
Quitting smoking isn’t easy It takes time And a plan. You don’t have to stop smoking in one day. Start with day one. Let the Great American Smoke-out on the third Thursday in November be your day to start your journey toward a smoke-free life! You’ll be joining thousands of people who smoke across the country in taking an important step toward a healthier life and reducing your cancer risk. Join the City of Little Rock and the Department of Community Programs in the effort to stamp out smoking!
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM, CITY HALL ROTUNDA
HEALTHY HABITS: SAVOR, TAKE A HIKE
Too many hours on sedentary pursuits, like working at a computer, playing video games, or lazing on the sofa watching TV, can have a negative impact on your health For one thing, sitting hunched over an electronic screen without taking a break can put a strain on our neck and upper back. But studies have also linked a lack of physical activity to higher rates of disease and death To read the full article and learn more about what you can do to eliminate digital distraction, follow the link below!
FULL ARTICLE: “HEALTHY HABITS: SAVOR, TAKE A HIKE”
SWEAP CONNECTIONS NEWSLETTER
Check out the October SWEAP Newsletter by clicking the link below! The HR team has partnered with the mental health service, SWEAP Connections, to provide city team members with information and resources to support work-life balance
LINK TO SWEAP CONNECTIONS NEWSLETTER
B reast Cancer awarenessA
What is Breast Cancer?
Early Detection
Diagnosis
Stages
Breast Cancer Myths
Types of Breast Cancer
Treatment
FAQs
Breast SelfExam Risk Factors
Breast Cance Resources
BRCA: The Breast Cance Gene
Join us this Friday, October 17, at the 6 Annual Toya Robin Pink Picnic from 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM at West Central Comm Center for an afternoon of food, games, music, as we not onl celebrate the life of Toya Robinson, but also honor our curre city team members who have beaten cancer, and those who still in the f ight. t h
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cancer death rates in the United States have dropped by 44% since 1989.
Quick Facts:
In the U.S., about 1 in 8 women (≈ 13.1%) will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer during their lifetime
Black women in the U.S. are about 40% more likely to die from breast cancer than white women.
Breast cancer also affects men. During “Men’s Breast Cancer Awareness Week” (October 17–23), awareness is raised that although rare, men can and do develop the disease.
POP-UP DISC GOLF AT WAR MEMORIAL PARK
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CENTRAL ARKANSAS LIBRARY SYSTEM CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Our partners at CALS have a lot going on this month! Find events for you, your famil CALS CALENDAR OF EVENTS
PRE LITTLE ROCK MARATHON RUNS
October 18 - Creep 'n Crawl @ Two Rivers Park
December 8 - Marathon Weekend 10k training begins
December 20 - Ugly Sweater Race @ Two Rivers Park
January 5, 2026 - Marathon Weekend 5k training begins
For more information on the Little Rock Marathon, including important registration details, rac LITTLE ROCK MARATHON INFORMATION
ARKANSAS MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS DISCOUNT
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ck! There will be a full 18-hole course set up at historic War Memorial Park, ready for to play, but please sign in at 5511 W. Markham Drive (look for the Parks & Rec
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Rock employees! If interested see below for the link to join
RESIDENTS ACADEMY
The program is for Little Rock residents who are interested in learning more about how the training series!
Free for participants,
First date is October 16, 6:00 PM
If you are a Little Rock resident or know any Little Rock residents who would be interested i SIGN UP FOR RESIDENTS ACADEMY
For more information, reach out to Salecia Nichols; snichols@littlerock.gov
6TH ANNUAL PINK PICNIC
Join us for the 6 Annual Toya Robinson Pink Picnic! This event is hosted to commemorate gained her wings after a hard fought battle with cancer This year’s picnic will be hosted at camaraderie as we not only celebrate the life of Toya Robinson, but also honor our current event is on October 17, from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM, and lunch will be served at 11:00 AM W
EMPLOYEE HEALTH FAIR
The City on the Move Employee Health Fair is coming up! Meet us at the Statehouse Conv testing, vaccine clinics, door prizes, and of course FOOD! This event will take place on Oct
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Well-being coaches have extensive training in health and wellness coaching, with addition they help participants develop daily habits and lifestyle changes that enhance the effective
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e the late Toya Robinson, a former city team member serving in the City Clerk’s Office, who West Central Community Center, and you can expect good food, great music, and fun city team members who have beaten cancer, and those who are still in the fight. The We’ll see you there!
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Featured Resources
Financial Wellness
How to Ask for a Pay Advance
Asking for a pay advance may feel awkward, but we have advice to help you through it.
A pay advance is when your employer agrees to pay you all or part of your next paycheck before you have worked for it. Chances are, your employer is not going to simply hand you a check. There will be paperwork involved, and potentially some interest. For that reason, an advance is something that should only be used for emergencies. In this article you will learn:
When to ask for a Pay Advance
How to request an Advance
Pay Advance Letter Example
Best Alternative to Pay Day Advances
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Giveaway runs September 22 - October 6, 2025
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LRFD Recruit Graduation Class of 2025
View the photo gallery from the Little Rock Fire Department’s newest recruit class graduation ceremony.
Downtown LR Partnership I-30 Crossing/Food Truck Festival Press Conference
View the photo gallery from the press conference with Downtown Little Rock Partnership in promotion of the Food Truck Festival.
National Public Lands Day
View the photo gallery from National Public Lands Day, one of the largest national volunteering events in the country.
National Night Out 2025
View the photo gallery from National Night Out, an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live
CLR Hiring Managers Workshop
View the photo gallery from the hiring managers workshop held at Willie Hinton Neighborhood Resource Center.
Love Your Firefighters Check Presentation
View the photo gallery from the Love Your Firefighters check presentation, held at the Central Fire Station on Chester Street.
that the City of Little Rock’s sustainability office loans out recycling bins to city departments and to the public to use at events to recycle their cans and bottles? If you are interested in having a recycling bin at your next event, contact the sustainability office!
Lennie Massanellie lmassanellie@littlerockgov
Ray Partridge rpartridge@littlerock.gov
Check back later for any upcoming ribbon cuttings!
ribbon cutting press
Check back later for any upcoming press opportunities!
upcoming meetings
Board Agenda Meeting
Tuesday, October 14, 4:00 PM
City Hall Board Chambers
Civil Service Commission
Thursday, October 16, 8:30 AM
City Hall Board Chambers
Board of Adjustment October 2025 Hearing
Thursday, October 16, 4:00 PM
City Hall Board Chambers
Age-Friendly Little Rock Commission October
Thursday, October 16, 12:30 PM
West Central Community Center
Sustainability Commission General Meeting October
Wednesday, October 22, 3:00 PM Centennial Bank Riverdale
City Beautiful Commission October Public Hearing
Thursday, October 23, 4:00 PM
City Hall Board Chambers
