Today
in Little Rock
Friday, March 27th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lost Forty Brewing & Camp Taco in East Village will host family-friendly Easter weekend events featuring egg hunts, a photo session with the Easter Bunny, brewery tours, and brunch. Local residents have a fun opportunity to celebrate and enjoy community gatherings. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Grammy Award-winning John Legend discussed his career, music & life in an exclusive interview as he prepares for his June summer show at Saracen Casino in Pine Bluff. THV 11
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ UAMS is raising its minimum wage from $15 to $16 an hour at its Little Rock campus—affecting 1,800 employees—and the change takes effect on April 12, with eligible staff seeing the update in their May 1 paychecks. ABC 7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Arkansas Razorbacks and Arizona Wildcats face off in the NCAA tournament Sweet 16 in San Jose as both teams vie to advance to the next round. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Razorbacks face the Gators Friday at 6 p.m. at Baum-Walker Stadium in Fayetteville as both teams kick off a three-game series. Key starters include Arkansas’ Gabe Gaeckle (3-1, 2.87 ERA) and Florida’s Liam Peterson (1-1, 4.15 ERA) while clear skies are forecast. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Little Rock Trojans named Travis Ford as the new men's basketball head coach after parting ways with Darrell Walker on March 6. The announcement was made on social media, making Ford the 24th head coach in team history. THV 11
- ➤ Travis Ford was named the head coach for the men's basketball team at UALR on March 26. Little Rock Athletics will host a press conference Tuesday, March 31 at 11 a.m. at the Jack Stephens Center to honor his appointment. ABC 7
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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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OUTLAST - Trail Challenge in Little Rock
7:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — North Little Rock, AR — Register now — Compete in a unique 6-hour trail challenge completing a 5K each hour.
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