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Saturday, March 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Trinity Cathedral Tornado Reforestation Project will plant trees in neighborhoods damaged by tornadoes to help repair local areas. The project starts soon—bringing residents together to restore community spaces. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Scholarship Lottery saw February revenue drop from about $49 million last year to roughly $41.4 million as severe weather and fewer ticket sale days hurt sales. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State Sen. Jimmy Hickey filed an amendment to Senate Bill 345 to reserve over $1 billion for building a 3,000-bed prison in Franklin County—rising from the $750 million originally allocated—and the proposal will be reviewed by a subcommittee on Tuesday, March 18. THV 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A viral social media post comparing the infant vaccination schedule from 1986 and 2025 has sparked concern among experts who warn its details are inaccurate—Dr. Robert Hopkins clarified errors in the listing and stressed that vaccines for pregnant women and infants are given as combination shots—and urged parents to rely on verified facts when making health decisions. ABC 7
- ➤ The Arkansas Crisis Center plans to double its text-to-chat service (988) to help youth in distress by connecting them with local counselors after receiving 618 texts (over half from youth) in the past month. ABC 7
- ➤ Danone issued a voluntary recall on Feb 21 for some International Delight coffee creamers sold in 31 states including Arkansas due to reports of possible spoilage and illness—FDA officials classify the recall as a Class II incident. FOX 16
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bryant’s Hornets have won nine straight games and are in position to capture their first state title since 1981 after star Kellen Robinson returned from his hand injury. The team will face Springdale in the Class 6A championship later and coach Mike Abrahamson said the Hornets must play at a high level to overcome their tough opponent—Springdale. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Maumelle with a 27-6 record is set to face Benton with a 29-3 record in the Class 5A state final tonight at 7:45 p.m. Benton is expected to start four returning players from last year while Maumelle, in its fourth final appearance, seeks its first state title—both teams determined to overcome past narrow losses. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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Cliff & Susan Live Performance
Cliff & Susan, a married international duo from Little Rock, will perform with a piano, fiddle, and guitar at River Bottom Winery.
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
This family-friendly ice skating spectacle features beloved Disney characters embarking on an adventurous quest to find Tinker Bell, complete with dazzling performances and immersive worlds inspired by popular Disney films.
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
This family-friendly ice skating show features beloved Disney characters embarking on an adventurous quest filled with music, acrobatics, and immersive storytelling.
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2nd Annual Enlighten Tours Food Truck Festival
The Enlighten Tours Food Truck Festival features a variety of black-owned food vendors and food trucks in Downtown Little Rock.
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party features Mickey Mouse and friends in an adventure filled with world-class skating, acrobatics, and thrilling stunts.
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Bob Dylan Concert at Robinson Center
Legendary musician Bob Dylan will perform live at the Robinson Center in Little Rock.
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Fantasia and Anthony Hamilton Concert
Fantasia and Anthony Hamilton will perform live at Simmons Bank Arena in North Little Rock.
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Capital City Classic 10K
8-11 a.m. — City Of Little Rock City Hall — Free entry — Experience Arkansas' oldest 10K and enjoy a free kid’s mile through downtown Little Rock.
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Grambling State Tigers vs Arkansas Razorbacks Baseball
6-10 p.m. — Arkansas Travelers Baseball Club — Check event details online — Enjoy a thrilling college baseball matchup between the Grambling State Tigers and Arkansas Razorbacks.
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Weekly Improv Comedy Show
8-9:30 p.m. — The Joint Comedy Theater — $15 — Enjoy a night of spontaneous laughter with Arkansas's premier improv troupe.
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