Today
in Little Rock
Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local churches have updated their Sunday worship schedules and addresses—spanning many neighborhoods—while updated submissions are due by 5 p.m. Monday at [email protected]. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ THV11 now offers a mobile app for streaming local news and videos; the update was featured in Arkansas’s top stories for Feb. 6 (shared by Brooke Buckner). THV 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Priority1 in Little Rock announced that its senior vice president, Chris Olsen, died at 42 after a battle with aggressive glioblastoma; he joined the firm in 2017 and is survived by his wife, two brothers and his parents. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Tipton and Hurst is busy preparing its Valentine’s Day floral collection while celebrating 140 years in business—customers ordering a dozen roses receive two extra free roses. The store spent six months planning designs and ordering supplies to gear up for the holiday rush. THV 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A historical postcard from Fordyce in 1908 shows wagons on a dirt Main Street with circus banners on utility poles while a bank building, now altered with a missing domed top and closed stone entrance, offers a glimpse into the town’s past — a snapshot of local heritage. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Local groups encourage residents to show teachers appreciation on Valentine's Day (a chance to ease teacher stress) by offering thanks and modest gift cards to help with secondary traumatic stress from listening to student traumas; the push calls for in‑school support programs to boost morale. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Over 300 residents signed a petition asking city leaders to protect trees and ensure safe driver access on Maumelle Boulevard. Officials said the project remains in early planning and will need ARDOT approval as the area grows. THV 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Friday's high school basketball games saw competitive matchups in girls and boys divisions, with local teams like Little Rock Southwest and Parkview posting notable scores + other teams engaging in tight contests across regional conferences. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Mills Comets overcame an early deficit to secure a win, 58 to 43, over eStem Friday night at the Arkansas School for the Deaf by launching a decisive 15 to 0 run in the fourth quarter. Coach Raymond Cooper credited key defensive adjustments that rallied his team. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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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.
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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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Central Arkansas Soup Sunday
3:30-6:30 p.m. — Jack Stephens Event Center — Adult tickets $50, child tickets $10 — Enjoy a casual family-friendly atmosphere filled with delicious soup for a great cause.
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MJ Musical Performance
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the dazzling artistry of Michael Jackson in a Tony Award-winning musical.
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MJ The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Michael Jackson's artistry brought to life in a Tony Award-winning musical.
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