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Tuesday, March 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A devastating tornado struck Cushman on Friday—killing three residents and injuring about 20 others—as teams mobilize to help with recovery efforts. ABC 7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A tractor trailer rolled over on its side on Interstate 30 westbound in North Little Rock near 30 Crossing on Monday afternoon—blocking all lanes near Exit 142 until crews reopened two lanes by 4:38 p.m. with a reported possible injury. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The West Pulaski Fire Department is responding to a timber vehicle fire north of Bandy Road and south of Garrison Road and is evacuating houses in the 3100 block of Bandy Road—unpredictable winds have raised the risk—with help from Crystal Valley Fire Department and Arkansas Forestry while no injuries have been reported. ABC 7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Logoly State Park, which opened in 1978 as one of the first parks to focus on environmental education, now offers hiking trails and organizes field trips and nature programs for elementary and high school students—continuing its long focus on outdoor learning. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Sanders announced on March 17 that the Defense Against Criminal Illegals Act enhanced penalties for crimes by illegal immigrants and expanded the state's sanctuary city ban — requiring local law enforcement to join federal ICE deportation efforts. THV 11
- ➤ Arkansas senators and four House members wrote a letter on Friday asking EU leaders to reconsider a deforestation rule (Regulation 2023/1115) that they said creates tough trade barriers and may hurt wood imports and the forest products industry. They warned the rule could damage a key part of the state economy, which earns $409 million in cash receipts from timber. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Arkansas House of Representatives passed three bills yesterday to reduce the influence of China and other foreign adversaries in government, colleges and universities. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The No. 10 seeded Arkansas Razorbacks with a 20-13 record will open their NCAA Tournament run against the No. 7 seeded Kansas Jayhawks with a 21-12 record on Thursday at 7:10 p.m. ET at Amica Mutual Pavilion in Rhode Island — the game will air live on THV11. THV 11
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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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Kade Hoffman Concert
6-9 p.m. — Revolution Music Room — Ticket purchases required — Experience an evening of live music with Kade Hoffman in a vibrant venue.
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