Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of March.
Good morning, Little Rock.
Members of the Church of the Living God held a remembrance for the 1959 fire that killed 21 boys, meeting Saturday at Haven of Rest cemetery & watching a play in Wrightsville that retold the boys' stories to help ensure future generations remember the tragedy.
Faye Hallum (99) grew up in the Arkansas Delta and started crocheting at 16.
She continues to create unique pieces that find homes far beyond her local community.
Wildwood Park for the Arts will host its 15th-anniversary Lanterns festival on Apr.
16 from 6-9 p.m., Apr. 17 from 6-10 p.m., Apr. 18 from 4-10 p.m. and Apr. 19 from 4-9 p.m. The festival offers global food, music and a Fairytale Forest for children.
After four preliminary rounds Friday and Saturday and a final round Saturday night, Conway High School’s mock trial team won the state competition and will represent the state at a national event in Des Moines in May (school officials confirmed this).
Anglers fishing public waters can join the Legacy Lunker program & donate bass that weigh 10 lbs or more to help AGFC launch its new trophy bass spawning initiative.
Experts at The Breast Center at CARTI in Little Rock say that annual mammograms remain the best tool to catch breast cancer early, despite misleading online claims about risk-based screenings, and urge women to consult their doctors for personalized plans + timely care.
The Arkansas-Little Rock men's basketball team secured their tournament spot with an 89-70 win over Southern Indiana at the Jack Stephens Center on Saturday.
They will face No. 6 Lindenwood in the opening round at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Ford Center.
The No. 9 Arkansas men’s golf team will host a 54-hole Cabo Collegiate today at the Twin Dolphin Club in Los Cabos, Mexico + 15 teams including top-25 competitors will compete with medalists earning an exemption to play in November’s World Wide Technology Championship.
Arkansas men's track & field team won its 25th SEC indoor championship yesterday in College Station, Texas with 111.2 points while the women's team ended an 11-title streak by finishing second with 73 points behind Florida.
Runners will complete the Little Rock Marathon with heavy, themed medals that will add nearly three pounds to their finish as they race today on La Harpe Boulevard.
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.
Burgundy Wine Tasting Experience
6:30-11:59 p.m. — Table 28 — $31-$50 — Savor exquisite Burgundy wines while enjoying modern American cuisine crafted by Chef Scott Rains.
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