Today
in Little Rock
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas TV, formerly Arkansas PBS, left PBS on Tuesday amid federal funding cuts and now plans to broadcast more local programs like Blueberry’s Clubhouse + cheaper licensed content to extend its runway. CEO Carlton Wing explained the change at a Little Rock Rotary Club meeting. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Uniti Wholesale will expand its fiber network by 1,100 miles under a $500 million contract to boost AI data transfers from Dallas to fast-growing markets including Memphis, Little Rock and Amarillo. The first phase will complete 337 miles from Tulsa to Little Rock and 145 miles to Memphis by month’s end. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers approved $32 million for Education Freedom Accounts last Tuesday to support private schooling and homeschooling options for the 2025-26 school year and added $2.4 million from a Walton Family Foundation Grant to help address teacher shortages. Officials said the funding builds on earlier support to expand educational choice and recruitment. THV 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock's Board of Directors authorized a memorandum of understanding with New + Found, a St. Louis-based firm, to revamp Ottenheimer Market Hall in the River Market District. The multimillion-dollar project will add food stalls, restaurants and event spaces, and will take 31 months from predevelopment to the grand opening. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Capitol Arts and Grounds Commission reopens design submissions for the Monument to the Unborn at the state Capitol to create a place of prayer for families. Proposals must be sent via email within 60 days + officials confirmed the decision after the previous design was disqualified. ABC 7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Central Arkansas nurses can access support through The Nurses Lounge, a group offering social meetups and educational resources to help reduce burnout. The organization welcomes nurses at all career stages and has grown to serve over 1,200 members. ABC 7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Mills beat Little Rock Hall 63-55 Tuesday night at Raymond A. Cooper Arena after a late second-quarter surge set the stage for a regulation win. Key players helped deliver the team a strong performance in an evenly matched contest. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Little Rock Parkview Patriots beat Little Rock Christian Tuesday night at Charles Ripley Arena with a score of 78-43—thanks to strong defense that forced 20 turnovers. Jacob Lanier led the team with 30 points as they improved from last season. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Time Travel Half Marathon and Fun Run
Time Travel Half Marathon/10K/5K — 9 a.m. — North Little Rock, Arkansas — Entry fees vary — Celebrate the New Year with a fun-packed running event for all ages featuring various distances.
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Arkansas Contractors' Auction
8 AM – 9 AM — Blackmon Auctions Complex — Auction fees apply — Bid on a variety of trucks, trailers, and construction equipment at this extensive public auction.
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Justin Furstenfeld Live Performance
8-10 p.m. — The Hall - Little Rock — Tickets starting at $63.68 — Experience the emotional storytelling of Justin Furstenfeld, the frontman of Blue October, in an intimate one-man show.
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Some Guy Named Robb Concert
6-10 p.m. — The Oyster Bar — Enjoy a night of music with Arkansas native Robb McCormick as he graces the stage.
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The Magic of Motown
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — $ — Experience the #1 Motown show in the country featuring all your favorite hits.
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