Good morning, Little Rock.

Saracen Casino Resort will open its doors on Saturday, June 13 at its Event Center for an evening performance by multi-platinum artist John Legend.

Tickets (starting at $149) will go on sale Friday, Feb. 27 (10 a.m. CST).

Gov. Sarah Huckabee-Sanders highlighted record visitor spending of $10.3 billion in outdoor tourism last year and outlined new initiatives at Monday's Governor's Conference on Tourism in Little Rock + these efforts aim to boost local outdoor tourism.

Arkansas college students can apply for paid conservation internships that let them work with Game and Fish experts in fields like wildlife management and environmental policy.

Applications, including a resume, transcript and cover letter, must be submitted by March 15.

Juniors Jack Liu and Shangyu Wu led Little Rock Central High's debate team to win the Harvard University National Speech and Debate Tournament on Monday, Feb.

23. They became the first team from Arkansas to capture a national title after defeating several elite teams.

USDA is urging Arkansas farmers and livestock producers to report winter losses and seek disaster aid by submitting required documents to their local USDA Service Center by March 1.

The program helps with crop, land, animal, & tree losses.

Arkansas health officials report flu cases are down nearly 30% compared to this time last year, with around 9,000 cases and fewer hospitalizations and deaths.

Siloam Springs schools are also seeing fewer absences as staff promote preventive measures (handwashing and staying home when sick).

Arkansas guard Darius Acuff earned his first SEC Player of the Week honor Monday after averaging 34.5 points, 5 assists, 4.5 rebounds and 1 steal in a double-overtime loss to No. 17 Alabama and a win over Missouri.

The Razorbacks host Texas A&M on Wednesday before playing No. 7 Florida on Saturday.

Matt Jones and Bubba Carpenter reviewed the Razorbacks' sweep of Xavier on the WholeHogSports Daily Podcast, noting Colin Fisher's one hit game and Camden Kozeal's cycle during the series.

Little Rock Christian’s star hoopers JJ Andrews + Whitley Rogers display their skills at Warrior Arena, where they play most nights.

The high school sweethearts are set to leave their mark on Arkansas basketball.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

2026 American Farrier’s Association Convention

8:00 AM - 10:30 PM — Statehouse Convention Center — Registration fees apply — A comprehensive gathering for farriers and equine professionals featuring lectures, competitions, and an expo.

Disney On Ice: Let's Dance

7 p.m. — Simmons Bank Arena — Tickets on sale soon — Experience a magical performance with beloved Disney stories and characters in an interactive ice dancing event.

Disney On Ice: Let's Dance

7-10 p.m. — Simmons Bank Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience Disney favorites remixed with Mickey and friends in a spectacular ice skating show.

Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1

Time to Paddy 5K/10K & Lucky 13.1 — All Day — North Little Rock, AR — Varies by distance — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a festive road race featuring fun for the whole family.