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in Little Rock
Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 82-year-old Clarence L. Young Sr. finally walked into the THV11 station as part of America's 250 Red, White & YOU event on Friday, Apr. 3. He worked outside the building as a teen and celebrated a full-circle moment that highlights progress & community spirit. THV 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fat Tommy’s food truck has been delighting locals with creative burgers and chicken in Sherwood’s food truck village since it opened five weeks ago. Owners Ryan McIntosh and Ashlan Rogers said the truck at 119 Country Club Road offers a fresh twist on a long family tradition — serving a simple, popular menu. THV 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Tom McDonald (48 years as conductor) announced his retirement from the ASO Academy Orchestra. He will lead a final full concert on Friday, Apr. 24 at Cabot High School at 7 p.m. and perform a closing show on Saturday, May 9 at the Robinson Center. ABC 7
- ➤ Say It Loud! Readers and Writers hosts 'What Happens When a Dream Isn't Deferred' tomorrow at 11 a.m. at the First Missionary Baptist Church Education Building, 701 S. Gaines St. The free event, featuring Marquese McFerguson, spotlights MLK’s 'I Have a Dream' speech and local authors. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The 16th Annual Designer's Choice Fashion Preview — a showcase of local fashion — will take place tomorrow in North Little Rock. Attendees can expect to see fresh designs and exciting trends. THV 11
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas revenue collections in March increased by $56.3 million to $694.6 million, boosted by higher individual income and sales taxes — a sign of a strong economy. The report compared current receipts to those from last year. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ An animal welfare organization submitted a federal complaint against UAMS after a pig’s asphyxiation at the Children's Research Institute. The group accused the institute of possible Animal Welfare Act violations and sought maximum penalties while UAMS said it had already taken corrective measures & upgraded cage safety. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Central Arkansas Library System board voted unanimously Thursday, April 2 at the Main Library (downtown) to form a committee that will recommend a search firm for its next executive director in Little Rock. The selection committee is expected to begin its process soon. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Walmart in Arkansas issued a recall for dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets that may contain unsafe lead levels. Consumers with products marked with a best if used by date of Feb. 10, 2027 should return or discard them. ABC 7
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ CARTI Salute! will showcase wines from the Southern Hemisphere curated by Colonial Wines & Spirits and signature dishes from local restaurants at 6 p.m. April 16 in the gardens of CARTI Cancer Center, located at 8901 CARTI Way, Little Rock. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ St. Louis-based real estate firm New+Found will soon start a $25 million renovation of Little Rock's Ottenheimer Market Hall, marking its first Arkansas project and aiming to transform the historic market into a vibrant food hall. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas men’s basketball will face Michigan State on Thanksgiving (Nov. 26) at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Coach Tom Izzo said on Tuesday the game will follow the NFL lead-in, though the matchup has not yet been confirmed. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas softball shortstop Atalyia Rijo has played steadily, posting career highs and fending off aches in SEC play. The Razorbacks will host Auburn Saturday at 4 p.m. + her reliable performance fuels the team’s momentum. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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Arkansas Travelers vs. Corpus Christi Hooks
6:35-9:35 p.m. — Arkansas Travelers Baseball Club — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting baseball matchup between local favorites and visiting competition.
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