Today
in Little Rock
Saturday, February 28th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of February.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Sixteen families were displaced after a late-night fire broke out just after midnight at Fairfield Apartments (Green Mountain Drive) in Little Rock; there were no injuries, and management is coordinating with insurance as residents seek longer-term housing. ABC 7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Faymonville celebrated steel topping out for its new manufacturing facility at the Port of Little Rock, its first US plant with a $100 million investment and a 409,000 sqft building (expanding to 624,000 sqft in phase 2) that will complete development and begin hiring to become operational by Q2. THV 11
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Entergy Arkansas submitted a request on Friday to raise average residential electric bills by about $1.16 per month, effective January 2027 if approved by the Arkansas Public Service Commission. The filing aims to support planned investments in new power projects. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Nearly 200 high school students gathered Friday at the Richard Sheppard Arnold Federal Courthouse for the 2026 Arkansas High School Mock Trial Competition, which features 21 teams in a two-day event designed to simulate courtroom advocacy. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock officials and Garver have begun planning a deck park project by asking residents for input; further details on location and meetings are expected soon. THV 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Local boys high school basketball standings show Bryant at 11-1 in 6A-Central and Parkview at 15-1 in 5A-Central — other groups post tight records. Updated win-loss totals help local fans see how teams are performing this season. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas Razorbacks play Florida Gators today in Gainesville in an SEC game where both coaches won national titles — the contest is set to offer a close and competitive matchup. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Maria Arboleda Angulo earned a bronze in the women's high jump (6 feet, 1 1/2 inches) on Friday at the SEC Indoor Championships, putting the Razorbacks in strong position as they prepare for finals (College Station) on Saturday. Other team members recorded personal bests and boosted team scores. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Drivers should plan for road closures as the Little Rock Marathon continues this weekend. LaHarpe is closed (until Sunday) and other streets have temporary restrictions that affect travel in the city. ABC 7
- ➤ Arkansas gymnastics will compete in Missouri on Sunday at 1 p.m. to boost their National Qualifying Score before NCAA regionals (coach Jordyn Wieber stressed the team must improve its uneven bars after recent falls lowered scores). 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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