Good morning, Little Rock.

A growing number of Protestant churches are now using the traditional Stations of the Cross in their services — a custom long practiced by Catholic communities.

This trend builds on a centuries-old practice seen at North Little Rock’s Immaculate Heart of Mary Church.

Little Rock’s Trinity Episcopal Cathedral is planning a Musical Meditation event on Palm Sunday — tomorrow — to offer a peaceful, reflective service as part of its busy Holy Week calendar.

The Arkansas Department of Agriculture warned residents of high wildfire danger statewide as dry conditions and strong winds increased fire risks.

Officials urged people to postpone outdoor burning and fully extinguish cigarettes (burn bans now apply in more than half the counties) to keep the community safe.

Pinnacle Mountain State Park has opened the new, paved Owl Pass Trail for walking, biking, running, and mobility devices.

The mile-long trail connects the West Summit Day-Use Area to the Arkansas Arboretum as part of the Maumelle Pinnacle master plan.

Federal officials raised concerns over spending and staff furloughs at the local Division of Services for the Blind.

They labeled the agency high-risk (RSA) and the board has named an interim director, requiring a corrective action plan and monthly reports within 45 days.

Arkansas basketball ended its record-setting season on Thursday night with a 109-88 loss to Arizona at the SAP Center (in San Jose).

The team tied for its best season in 31 years, and the loss marked a tough finish in the Sweet 16.

Napoleon Solo scratched Friday, leaving the 90th Arkansas Derby on Saturday without its only Grade I winner—eight starters face 14 races that impact Kentucky Derby points—and the main race at Oaklawn starts at 6:48 p.m.

After the Razorbacks' NCAA Tournament exit (March 26), four offseason storylines are being tracked as the team prepares for the 2026-27 season.

The report outlines key areas for growth that will shape the team's next chapter.

Razorbacks point guard Darius Acuff was named a finalist for the Naismith National Player of the Year Award on Friday after averaging 23.5 points & 6.4 assists per game this season.

The award recipient will be announced April 5.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Vaqueros vs Trojans Baseball Game

6-8 p.m. — Gary Hogan Field — Tickets available online — Witness an exciting college baseball matchup between the Little Rock Trojans and UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros.