LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KTHV) -- We had a great morning waking up with you on "THV 11 News This Morning".

Don't miss Ashley Blackstone's wonderful story about a man going out of his way to thank our troops for what they do. Plus see what happened when Alyse Eady got to see A+ fellows in action teaching our teachers new ways to educate kids. And we had a chance to sit down with a local musician who is using his talent to bring awareness to adopting kids.

Join us Friday as Tom Brannon kicks off a new series highlighting the fun foods served at some of Arkansas restaurants. Tomorrow he heads to Cabot to show us what makes The Diner a local favorite.

And as always we will have five things for you and the family to do in Arkansas this weekend.

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