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Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Babe the Elephant turned 50 on March 25 at Little Rock Zoo where a party at 1:30 p.m. featured cupcakes, Hiland punch, and music by DJ AJ—she was born in Myanmar and is known as the zoo’s star elephant. ABC 7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Authorities dropped capital murder charges against three men accused of fatally shooting an 18-year-old in west Little Rock following the killing of the only witness who could identify them—these defendants were arrested in July and had no prior serious records. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ U.S. Marshals confirmed that on Monday, March 24, the Eastern Arkansas Fugitive Task Force tried to arrest Willie Joe Larry-Purdiman on Baseline Road—when he fled and fired gunshots at officers, they used deadly force to stop him while one officer was injured. ABC 7
- ➤ Little Rock Police confirmed that 40-year-old Charles Gantt Jr. was killed on Sunday afternoon at 10220 Sibley Hole Road—officers are still searching for the alleged suspect, 21-year-old Tony Smith Jr. ABC 7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ During the first priority window for the 2025-26 school voucher program, 20,195 applications were submitted for 33,750 Arkansas students—showing strong demand for school choice. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas health professionals urge residents to get the MMR vaccine as measles cases surge in Texas. They warn that although no cases have been reported locally, it will take 2 to 3 weeks for the vaccine to offer full protection. ABC 7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas baseball used six transfers to boost its offense and reached a program-best 23-2 start, scoring 10 or more runs six times including a home sweep of South Carolina—now the team ranks No.2 nationally with Kuhio Aloy batting .417. ABC 7
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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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Kazzabe and Joss Suazo Live
9 PM – 1 AM — Ay Caray Sports Bar & Mexican Restaurant — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of lively music with Kazzabe and Joss Suazo in an energetic atmosphere.
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Red Shoe Shuffle 5K Run/Walk
6-9 p.m. — Two Rivers Park — Registration required — Lace up your shoes to support Ronald McDonald House Charities during this fun-filled community event.
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Cliff & Susan Concert
3-5 p.m. — River Bottom Winery — Free entry — Experience a unique duet blending piano, fiddle, and guitar from this local duo.
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Pop Evil Concert
6:00-8:30 p.m. — The Hall — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an electrifying evening with the rock band Pop Evil as they light up the stage.
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Ouachita Trail 50 Mile Run
6 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Big Maumelle Pavilion — Registration required — Experience breathtaking scenic views and challenging terrain at Arkansas' iconic ultra marathon event.
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