Today
in Little Rock
Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ WWII veteran Joe Chervak turned 100 on Feb. 12 and community members gathered to honor his service with a local celebration. THV 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Old State House Museum is celebrating its 75th anniversary tomorrow, Feb. 14. The museum opened in 1951 and will host special events that highlight Arkansas history + culture. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Little Rock’s former high school for Black students (operating from 1929 to 1955) has been added to the National Register of Historic Places, recognizing its important role in the community’s educational past. The designation marks a significant milestone for local history. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A local study shows the cost of a Valentine’s celebration has risen 51% over the past decade, with chocolates rising 236% and dinner costs up 160%. However, at Tipton and Hurst — a local floral staple — rose prices increased about 20 to 25% due to direct buying from growers. ABC 7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Arkansas is set to install new weather stations across the state to boost data collection and improve forecasts for local residents. The installation is expected to help detect changing conditions and guide planning efforts. THV 11
- ➤ University of Arkansas at Little Rock received a $1.2 million gift from Leslye Shellam to restore its long-closed planetarium — which will be renamed the Shellam Flake Planetarium and open Fall 2026. The renovation will upgrade technology, floors, roofing, and projections to enhance science education for students and the community. ABC 7
- ➤ APCSI will vote on Feb. 19 on a proposal to close the Maumelle Scott Charter School campus due to declining enrollment and nearly $700,000 deficit. If closed, students will be bused to Maumelle campuses, affecting a tight-knit community. ABC 7
- ➤ State education leaders tabled a vote on a proposal to convert Hall High into a hybrid charter amid declining enrollment and staffing concerns; they said the board would revisit the issue at a March meeting with district leaders. THV 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Jack Stephens Center (in Little Rock) hosts the 18th annual AAA Sanctioned Centennial Bank State High School Wrestling Tournament today and tomorrow with over 1,000 boys and girls competing, and Shiloh Christian’s Jack Hooe aiming for a fourth state title. ABC 7
- ➤ Arkansas gymnastics (No. 8 Razorbacks) will face top ranked Alabama in an SEC dual meet today at 6:30 p.m. at Alabama’s arena, as the team aims to build on record vault and beam scores achieved in Fort Worth. 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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Experience a Day as a Music Major
8 AM – 4 PM — Center for Performing Arts — Free entry — Explore the vibrant life of a UA Little Rock music major with auditions, classes, and more.
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Treaty Oak Revival Concert
6-8:30 p.m. — Simmons Bank Arena — Tickets from $66 — Enjoy last-minute access to the Treaty Oak Revival concert in North Little Rock.
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Natural State Backyard Ultra
8 AM – 2 PM — Burns Park Soccer Complex — Registration cost applies — Experience an exciting ultramarathon event at the High School Ultramarathon National Championship.
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