Plans for a pedestrian and bicyclist trail between downtown Little Rock and the airport advanced on Tuesday when the Little Rock Board of Directors voted to authorize a construction contract tied to the project.
"Oh my gosh, it s so big," said Lindsey Spurlin as she stepped into the new White Hall High School Performing Arts Center s 1,250-seat stadium-style theater. "I heard it was amazing," she said, looking down at the stage during Sunday afternoon s open house. Savannah Francis, who graduated last year, was also impressed. "I wish we d had this. It s a huge step up," Francis said.
White Hall School District Superintendent Doug Dorris Jr. can almost count his remaining days before retirement on two hands. After 40 years as coach and principal, with the final six years filling the district's top spot, Dorris is officially moving on June 30.