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Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service in North Little Rock confirmed that eleven tornadoes hit Arkansas on Friday night—officials are investigating a possible 12th tornado. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Capers Restaurant at 14502 Cantrell Road will close after dinner on March 29 after serving the community for 28 years. The restaurant announced its planned closure in a news release. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock police responded to a call at 6 Diamanitina Way (just before 12:40 a.m. on Tuesday) when they found a man fatally shot from a gunshot wound (the victim's identity was not released) and the investigation remains open. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas Arts Council has named Oark potter Stephen Driver as its 2025 Arkansas Living Treasure—an honor that comes with a $5,000 award funded by the Windgate Foundation. A public announcement will take place at noon April 26 at Historic Washington State Park during the James Black's Bowie Heritage Festival. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews in Pulaski County are containing a wildfire that began as a small blaze — officials say it will burn itself out through the morning. THV 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A legislative panel on Tuesday endorsed a bill to enact Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ plan—expected to give pay raises to about two-thirds of the 22,500 executive branch employees, with the new pay plan to be implemented soon. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed legislation Tuesday—authorizing executions by nitrogen gas and making Arkansas the fifth state to use this method. The law takes effect 90 days after the Legislature adjourns in April and comes after executions halted in 2017 when lethal injection drugs became unavailable. ABC 7
SPORTS NEWS
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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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