Today
in Little Rock
Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Arkansas Farm Trail passport program is set to begin March 28 and will connect local consumers with nearby farms to spotlight direct-to-consumer goods from Arkansas Farm Bureau members (boosting local farm visibility). Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A 1908 postcard from Argenta in North Little Rock shows Hall Drug Co. printing postcards at Fourth and Main (a wheel displaying postcards for sale) and listing toilet articles, cigars and pipes on the back. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Several counties in Arkansas have imposed burn bans as dry weather and warm temperatures increase wildfire risk. Residents are advised to avoid any non-essential burning until conditions improve. THV 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Little Rock city leaders are fighting a housing crisis by offering nearly 600 affordable housing units and $400,000 in down payment assistance as more than 700 evictions occurred in Pulaski County since January. The housing trust fund aims to expand affordable options to 2,000 units to support low-and-moderate income residents. ABC 7
- ➤ A nationwide coalition of 62 state grower groups and eight national agriculture organizations asked the U.S. Department of Commerce to lift import taxes on phosphate fertilizers, aiming to ease costs for farmers including those in Little Rock (a move that local growers are watching closely). Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, Mar. 24, the Arkansas men's golf team improved its ranking at the Valspar Collegiate Invitational in Houston when Gerardo Gomez shot a 7-under 64 final round. His strong play helped the Razorbacks finish fourth and tie for a school record 54-hole total. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas women’s basketball freshman guard Harmonie Ware plans to enter the transfer portal, according to her agent, and averaged 7.5 points (with a 24-point record against Jackson State) last season. Her move comes ahead of the portal period from Apr. 6 to 20. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ UALR scored five runs in the eighth inning to secure a 7-1 win over UAPB yesterday at Gary Hogan Field. The team extended its four-game winning streak after overcoming a tight one-run deficit with a bases-clearing triple. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas baseball coach Dave Van Horn and players Tye Briscoe, TJ Pompey, and Carter Rutenbar recapped Tuesday's win over UCA during a press conference. They outlined key game moments and the team's approach ahead. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Arkansas Travelers vs. Wichita Wind Surge
11:05 a.m. — Arkansas Travelers Baseball Club — Tickets required — Catch a thrilling minor league baseball matchup between local favorites and their rivals.
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Wicked
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Check event page for pricing — Experience the untold story of the witches of Oz in this Broadway sensation.
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Wicked
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Ticket prices vary — Explore the untold story of the Wicked Witch and her complex relationship with Glinda the Good.
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Pirate 5K, 10K, Half Marathon & Marathon in Little Rock
Event Title — Time Range — Two Rivers Park — Cost — Test your endurance in a scenic race setting with distances for all levels.
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Wicked: A New Perspective on Oz
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Robinson Center — Ticket pricing varies — Explore the untold story of the witches of Oz in this Broadway blockbuster.
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Eastern Illinois Panthers vs. Arkansas Little Rock Trojans Baseball
1-2 p.m. — Gary Hogan Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience exciting collegiate baseball as the Panthers take on the Trojans.
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