Good morning, Little Rock.

Walmart and Sam's Club are launching the 13th annual Fight Hunger.

Spark Change campaign through May 3 that benefits the Arkansas Foodbank, the state's largest hunger relief group; local shoppers can round up at checkout + help support nearby pantries, schools, and shelters.

KATV Daybreak Meteorologist Melinda Mayo wraps up nearly 40 years of work with a surprise sendoff as Governor Sanders visits the station this week — honoring her long-time contributions to local broadcasting.

After nearly 39 years in downtown, Iriana’s Pizza will close on April 17 while staying open Monday through Saturday until 8 p.m. at 201 East Markham Street; the restaurant thanked loyal customers + dedicated staff + former owners for decades of support.

According to the USDA prospective plantings report, Arkansas rice farmers plan to plant 24% fewer long-grain rice acres this year — a change that could affect local supply.

Arkansas schools (including two central districts) are receiving $1.4 million for opioid prevention and recovery efforts today to bolster programs that help keep students safe.

The Arkansas Game and Fish Commission's 2025 Annual Turkey Program Report shows a 22% increase from last year with 11,332 turkeys checked ahead of the spring hunting season.

Officials say strong reproduction over the past three years in the Ouachita & Ozark regions points to even brighter prospects for turkey hunters.

On Monday, the Arkansas Teacher Retirement System trustees authorized up to $900 million in new investments in private credit and private equity to diversify its portfolio amid volatile stock markets.

The Arkansas Department of Human Servies announced that SNAP Employment & Training will become mandatory for most beneficiaries to help build necessary career skills, with services from local colleges and career centers.

Beneficiaries 17 or younger, 60 or older, pregnant, disabled, or caring for a child under 14 are exempt.

Three parks on Little Rock’s northwest outskirts offer fun, fitness & relaxation along the south bank of the Arkansas River between the Interstate 430 bridge & Lake Maumelle, inviting visitors to enjoy springtime adventures in urban green spaces.

Safety Zy’Corius Huzzie committed to Arkansas football on Monday after visiting Fayetteville on Saturday.

The recruit (6'1, 175 lb) from LaGrange chose Razorbacks over other offers and praised coach Ryan Silverfield and his staff.

Arkansas softball senior Dakota Kennedy received a golden ticket from Athletes Unlimited Softball League after the Razorbacks won at Bogle Park on Monday — the draft show airs on May 4 at 6 p.m. on ESPN2.

Arkansas basketball guard D.J.

Wagner is entering the transfer portal — the portal opens today and he has one year of eligibility remaining. He is the second Razorback to transfer after sophomore wing Karter Knox and averaged 7.4 points and 2.4 assists this season.

At Bogle Park today, the Razorbacks hosted Auburn in Game 3 with Auburn holding a 1-0 lead after a throwing error allowed a run to score — players collided in the inning.

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.

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.

4th Annual Rock Cities Book Crawl: A Spectrum of Stories

7 p.m. — Beautywood Books — Free entry — Explore independent bookstores and collect unique rewards throughout the Rock Cities.