Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Conway. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Beef Council has brought back the Best Burger Contest and invites Arkansans to nominate their favorite burger until Thursday, April 30 at 11:59 p.m. The contest spotlights restaurants that serve 100% beef + celebrates local farmers and ranchers, with the winning burger crowned in May. ABC7
- ➤ Jared Lemus, a Parkview & UALR alum, won the PEN/Robert W. Bingham Prize on Tuesday night at the 62nd annual PEN America Literary Awards for his short story collection 'Guatemalan Rhapsody.' The honor includes $25,000 and recognizes his debut work. Arkansas Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Hayden Balgavy & Karen Fuller presented Arkansas's morning headlines on April 1, 2026, highlighting UAMS match day. The broadcast provided local viewers a look at the key sports event. THV 11
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Race For Grace 5K/10K/1 Mile Fun Run
8-11 a.m. — UCA Campus Recreation & Wellness Center — Entry fees vary — Run for a cause and support addiction recovery in Arkansas.
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