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in Little Rock
Saturday, April 11th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A New York nonprofit has placed six billboards this week in Little Rock to urge residents to support their Jewish neighbors against antisemitism. The initiative promotes local unity and stands as a call to counter hate. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Executive director Bevan Keating + communications director Christina Munoz announced in a THV11 studio interview that the Lanterns Festival for the Arts is happening soon at Wildwood Park to showcase local creativity. THV 11
- ➤ On Good Friday, Rolling Stone Films and Documentary+ released a film about an Arkansas preacher who ministers to inmates on death row. The film shows his work with condemned men and offers a thoughtful look at faith in action. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The North Little Rock School District said today that claims of teacher resignations and budget cuts are not completely accurate. District officials (reviewing financial plans) insist that they are addressing concerns with immediate reviews. THV 11
- ➤ Arkansas education officials are seeking waivers to reduce federal oversight and ease the LEARNS Act changes. They are accepting public comments until May 7 (an effort to streamline funding, accountability and assessments) ahead of the 2026-27 school year. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame inducted 10 new members Friday evening at Oaklawn Event Center in Hot Springs. The ceremony honored active figures like football coaches Jerry Buck James and Nathan Brown (three inductees were posthumously recognized) while celebrating a wide range of sports achievements. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas soccer midfielder Aniyah Nurse-Whyte was named to the Canada U-20 camp for friendlies (in Costa Rica) on Apr. 13 and Apr. 16. She has been a key player for the Razorbacks and will showcase her talent on the international stage. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas co-defensive coordinator Deron Wilson is seeking versatile 4D players to join the revamped Razorback secondary (only safety Miguel Mitchell returned last season) in Fayetteville. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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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.
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Dukes & Boots Festival
3-6 p.m. — Arkansas State Fair Grounds — Tickets from $118 — Experience an unforgettable live event with music and entertainment in Little Rock.
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Morehead State Eagles vs. Arkansas Little Rock Trojans Baseball
1-2 p.m. — Gary Hogan Field — Secure your seats now — Enjoy the excitement of collegiate baseball in Little Rock.
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R&B ONLY LIVE Concert
7:30-8:30 p.m. — The Hall — 21+ event — Experience the ultimate R&B show with music from past to present.
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Arkansas Travelers vs. Tulsa Drillers
6:05-7:05 p.m. — Arkansas Travelers Baseball Club — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy a thrilling minor league baseball matchup featuring the Arkansas Travelers taking on the Tulsa Drillers.
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