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in Little Rock
Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Close to 2,000 volunteers, guests and soup makers gathered at the Jack Stephens Center on March 1 for Soup Sunday, which raised $470,000 for Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Central Arkansas will soon welcome new AI data centers as demand for AI grows, though some Little Rock residents express concerns (noting potential impacts on local resources). The discussion highlights both enthusiasm and caution over the upcoming tech development. THV 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock residents can enjoy a free documentary screening (The Donut Dollies: 627 Women Who Also Served in Vietnam) at the MacArthur Museum on Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. and explore Arkansas history at the (Before Us, Beyond Us) exhibit at the Old State House Museum through December. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hall-West High School of Innovation will remain open after the Arkansas State Board of Education approved its one-year conversion to a district-run charter school on Saturday, Mar. 14 — a change that gives the school flexibility in staffing and curriculum for the next school year. ABC 7
- ➤ Next school year, school choice students across Arkansas will receive an extra $344 for their Educational Freedom Accounts, bringing typical funds to $7,208 + former Succeed recipients to $8,162. The state budget has set aside an extra $70 million to cover potential program growth. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Eleven years ago, Larry Freeman started Synergy Saturday (a preventive health pop-up clinic operating at River Market every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.) to honor his late father's legacy. Since then, the clinic has provided more than 25,000 screenings. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock Parkview basketball team captured the Class 5A state championship on Saturday at Bank OZK Arena by beating Marion 63-57 in overtime. Coach Jason Harrison said former coach Al Flanigan’s warm words inspired the team (a nod to his legacy). Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Bryant won the Class 6A boys championship game on Saturday night when Mason Abrahamson hit six threes and scored 20 points to secure a 58-50 win over Little Rock Central at Bank OZK Arena + drawing 5,319 fans for their second state title. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Arkansas men’s basketball team is expected to be announced as either a No.4 or No.5 seed on Selection Sunday, March 15. Its seeding will shape the potential first-round matchups as the tournament approaches (further details are pending). Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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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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2026 USA Masters Weightlifting National Championships
7 a.m. - 8 p.m. — Statehouse Convention Center — Entry fees range from $159-$275 — Master lifters compete in snatch and clean and jerk at this national championship event.
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A Man Named Cash
7:30-9 p.m. — Robinson Center — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the iconic music and stories of Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash with live performances.
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Defeat the Beast Invitational Rodeo
7-10 p.m. — Barton Coliseum — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the thrill of rodeo action in Little Rock at this exciting animal showdown.
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Lemon Pepper Poetry Slam
6-9:30 p.m. — Infusion Restro Bar & Lounge — $100 cash prize — Experience a dynamic spoken word competition where creativity and talent take center stage.
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Easter Brunch Celebration
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Heritage Grille | Steak & Fin — $75 Adults | $28 Children — Celebrate Easter with an exceptional brunch featuring seasonal specialties and culinary delights.
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