Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of January.
Good morning, Little Rock.
Entergy Arkansas released a post-storm update today that detailed proactive steps to reduce outages—crews trimmed 1,400 trees near power lines, staged 3,500 workers, and coordinated with local officials for warming centers while sending 200 lineworkers to help restoration in Louisiana and Mississippi.
Heavy ice today caused the roof on a rodeo arena at the Saline County fairgrounds to collapse (destroying the rodeo area).
Young and experienced musicians will perform side-by-side at Robinson Center Performance Hall this Sunday at 6 p.m. in an Arkansas Symphony concert featuring youth ensembles and senior players conducting works by Chabrier, Tchaikovsky, and others (general admission is $10, with free tickets for children 18 and under).
Upcoming concerts in Arkansas will pay tribute to Freddie Mercury, Eagles + five decades of female hitmakers at local venues, pending weather conditions.
Fans can check local listings for dates and times.
Arkansas Taste Kitchen, a new healthy cooking show hosted by Craig O’Neill, chef Robert Hall and nutrition expert Alyssa Frisby, premieres Mar.
5 on Arkansas TV and is produced in partnership with UA-PTC and UAMS.
Arkansas Outdoor Academy, a tuition-free charter school focused on outdoor learning, will soon enroll grades six through nine in Riverdale this fall, with many classes taking place outside.
The school plans to add one grade each year and introduce career programs in recreation and conservation.
Little Rock School District remains closed today due to icy conditions that make roads and sidewalks unsafe; officials said staff will return on Friday and students may be back next Monday (weather conditions will guide reopening decisions).
A THV11 Weather Impact Alert warned of black ice from Jan.
28 to Feb. 1, creating hazardous road conditions on neighborhood streets & secondary roads, especially at night. Drivers are advised to slow down and allow extra travel time during freezing temperatures.
Garbage and recycling collection will resume on Friday for residents choosing that day's service, per a city post.
City crews will work overtime Saturday to complete routes while bulky item and yard waste pick-ups remain paused until Feb. 9.
The Port of Little Rock seeks public input on a $900,000 railroad crossing study aimed at easing traffic on two main roads — officials will host an open house on Feb.
17 at Sweet Home Community Center as the study helps plan for future growth.
New figures released Wednesday show that about 160,000 Arkansans enrolled in 2026 health coverage through the Affordable Care Act marketplace (a 4% drop from last year).
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.
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