Good morning, Little Rock.

The Little Rock Zoo is closed (for the day) but staff are hard at work keeping the animals warm and safe while the snow falls outside.

Animal care continues despite the temporary closure.

Temporary closures of warming centers in Little Rock and North Little Rock on Tuesday left shelters full and forced residents to seek alternative help during a cold snap – community leaders urge a countywide plan to improve safe transportation as centers reopened Tuesday.

In 1914, a northeast Arkansas woman wrote to her sister about cotton and 'little Jack,' likely referring to a boy on a mule in a field cleared from a once vast forest.

The archival note is featured by Arkansas Postcard Past (PO Box 2221, Little Rock).

Arkansas Catholic Bishop Anthony Taylor said on social media this week that he sees parallels between current U.S. trends and the economic and political crises of 1930s Germany (a period marked by the Great Depression and rising Nazi power).

The Arkansas Department of Commerce reported Tuesday that the unemployment rate rose to 4.2% in December from 4.1% in November.

The civilian labor force reached a record 1,444,246 with nonfarm jobs up (1,400) amid seasonal hiring shifts.

Apple Seeds Teaching Farm announced it will expand by adding a new teaching farm in Northwest Arkansas and a central location to serve more students with hands-on food education + fresh produce programs.

The nonprofit plans growth as more schools request its programs amid rising food-access challenges.

Today, as ice and snow melt, roads remain dangerous when temperatures drop at night; a Union Pacific derailment in Van Buren and a bus slide in Polk County highlight the hazards, while state offices and waste management routes adjust hours and forecasters warn of more cold & light snowfall in coming days.

The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management updated that the weekend winter storm caused two ATV accident fatalities, nine injuries, and widespread damage—from 175 poultry houses to various structures—in 30 counties while state agencies coordinate with local officials to assess disaster assistance needs.

Freshman Darius Acuff Jr. scored 21 points and added nine assists as Arkansas edged Oklahoma 83-79 Tuesday night in Norman.

The Razorbacks improved their season record with strong team play and free admission that boosted attendance.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cinderella Soirée and Ballet Performance

7:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — $50 per person — Experience a magical afternoon with teatime treats and a special performance by Cinderella and friends.

John Mulaney Live in North Little Rock

7-9 p.m. — Simmons Bank Arena — Tickets available — A night of laughs with comedian John Mulaney in North Little Rock.

Dinosaur Adventure

9 AM – 12 PM — Arkansas State Fair — Family Friendly — Step into a world of prehistoric giants with life-sized dinosaurs that move and roar.