Today
in Little Rock
Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ I.C. Murrell begins as editor of the Pine Bluff Commercial today, replacing Byron Tate — who ended his tenure yesterday and will join Arkansas Times as managing editor on March 9. Murrell said he will hire a reporter to strengthen the newsroom. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Dillard’s reported a fourth-quarter profit of $203.7M (or $13.05 per share), down from $214.4M the previous year, and a full-year profit of $570.2M on $6.47B in revenue; the results beat earnings estimates even though quarterly revenue fell short of forecasts. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Little Rock's Star of India was named Arkansas Asian Business of the Year on Feb. 24 (presented by the Arkansas Association of Asian Business during the East Meets West ceremony) as it celebrated over 30 years of community service near Shackleford Road. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Symphony Orchestra kicked off its 2026-27 Stella Boyle Smith Masterworks season with two concerts featuring American composers. Music director Geoffrey Robson announced the lineup at the ASO Stella Boyle Smith Music Center yesterday, Feb. 24. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ UAMS has partnered with the University of Arkansas to offer college freshmen a six-year fast-track medical degree, which the chancellor announced Tuesday & is designed to boost the state’s health care workforce. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Team USA’s gold medal wins inspired interest in youth hockey in Central Arkansas as the Little Rock Aces program grew from 70 to over 100 players + the 14U team is set to compete in a championship game in St. Louis next weekend. THV 11
- ➤ The Razorbacks won 94-86 over Missouri in a thrilling basketball game and will face Texas A&M today while the baseball series with Arkansas State began Tuesday afternoon — details shared by reporters Matt Jones and Tom Murphy. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Two Razorbacks from the men's track team earned SEC weekly honors Tuesday as Rivaldo Marshall broke a 25-year-old Arkansas record in the 800 (1:45.62) and newcomer Karabo Letebele was named SEC Freshman of the Week after winning the 60 in 6.55 seconds. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas football coach Ryan Silverfield announced Tuesday, Feb. 24 that he tapped Tulane's Landius Wilkerson as the new defensive line coach, replacing Marion Hobby and giving the Razorbacks a two-coach setup for the defensive line. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ On Tuesday, Arkansas women’s golf tied for sixth at Chevron Collegiate at Golf Club of Houston by finishing 2-over par + junior Marin led the team, and they will play in the Darius Rucker Intercollegiate from March 2-4 on Hilton Head Island, South Carolina + aiming to improve. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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