Tuesday, January 20th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Joseph Center in North Little Rock held a moving sale and service day on Monday, Jan. 19 as it prepared to leave its current location. The organization sold belongings it no longer needed to clear space for its upcoming move. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A Texas-based company is asking the Arkansas Oil & Gas Commission to set a 2.5% royalty on lithium extracted from brine in southern Arkansas — it is the third company to join the state’s lithium market. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Brooke Buckner delivered Arkansas's top news stories (Jan. 19) that included the Martin Luther King Jr. parade held in Little Rock. THV 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Selandria Jackson and Kadarius Knapper are running for board director in Little Rock School Board Zone 3 and each outlined plans to boost enrollment—Jackson wants to highlight current programs and sports pride while Knapper aims to increase community outreach and early reading; early voting starts Feb. 16. THV 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas Game and Fish Commission has unveiled its 10th conservation plate featuring the painted bunting, a summer resident shown in vibrant greens. The plate is available at revenue offices and online (it raises $25 extra for conservation efforts). Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas was ranked the most pro-life state for the sixth consecutive year today during the 48th annual March for Life along Capitol Avenue in Little Rock; the peaceful event saw families, church groups, and lawmakers marching in support of Arkansas Right to Life. ABC 7
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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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Dial Up - 90's Party Band at Black Hearts Ball
8-11 p.m. — 721 W 9th St, Little Rock, AR — Check ticket prices — Arkansas’ favorite 90s party band returns to make Valentine's Day fun and memorable.
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