Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
Good morning, Little Rock.
Celebrity Attractions announced its Broadway Season for 2025-26 at Robinson Center Performance Hall.
The season will include Wicked for a two-week sit-down show—along with Richard Thomas’ one-man Mark Twain Tonight and the Mrs. Doubtfire musical.
On Monday, the Arkansas House of Representatives approved a bill that lets Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ office apply for reauthorization of the Medicaid expansion program — a measure that could affect state healthcare coverage in coming months.
Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin said on Monday that he asked the federal government to bar Pharmacy Benefit Managers from owning pharmacies, joining AGs from 39 other states and territories in a letter.
The state legislature sent a similar bill to the governor that aimed to protect small businesses and consumers—CVS Health warned the law would force it to close some of its pharmacies.
A moratorium bill passed the House on Monday that keeps rules to protect the Buffalo River and Lake Maumelle watersheds— it now goes back to the Senate for a vote before reaching the governor’s desk.
The Senate started its session at 10:30 a.m. on Monday to consider the bill.
The University of Arkansas baseball team lost Saturday and Sunday's games by one run each after winning the season opener by 10 runs against Georgia, which dropped them from the top ranking — now ranked No.2 — and they will host Arkansas-Pine Bluff today at 6 p.m. at Baum-Walker Stadium.
Fly the Ford Tri Motor in North Little Rock
9 AM – 5 PM — North Little Rock Municipal Airport — Book your seat — Experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to fly in a vintage airliner and perhaps even take the controls.
Jekalyn Carr Concert
7-10 p.m. — 2400 Wright Ave — Tickets required — Experience the powerful vocals and inspiring message of Jekalyn Carr live in concert this Good Friday.
Fly the Historic Ford Tri Motor
7 p.m. — North Little Rock Municipal Airport — Book your ride — Experience a thrilling flight in the vintage Ford Tri Motor airliner.
Marcus Smith Live Comedy Show
8 PM – 12 AM — Loony Bin Comedy Club — Tickets support a cause of your choice — Enjoy a night of laughter while contributing to a charitable cause.
Marcus Smith Comedy Show
10-11 p.m. — Loony Bin Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughs with Marcus Smith while supporting a cause of your choice.
Wild Wines Fundraiser
7-10 p.m. — Little Rock Zoo — Volunteers needed — Indulge in exquisite wine tastings paired with culinary delights and enjoy live music at this beloved annual fundraiser.
Great North Little Rock Cleanup
Keep North Little Rock Beautiful is hosting a clean-up event on April 26 from 8:30 - 11 am in honor of Earth Day and part of the nationwide Great American Cleanup movement. Sign up to volunteer and then join in the clean-up fun at St. Joseph Farm Stand where there will be food, door prizes, and free trees.
Open House for Luxury Living
2-4 p.m. — 117 Calion Court, Little Rock, AR — Free entry — Experience luxury in a stunning 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath home designed for comfort and style.
20th Annual Dinner on the Grounds
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Rusty Tractor Vineyards — Support local families — Enjoy southern cuisine and live music in a beautiful vineyard setting.
Patterson Hood & Drive By Truckers Concert
7-10 p.m. — White Water Tavern — Affordable tickets — Experience the energy of live music with Patterson Hood & Drive By Truckers in Little Rock.
Bree Ogden Live Performance
6-8 p.m. — JJ’s Grill Little Rock — All Ages Welcome — Enjoy an evening of live music from Nashville-bound Arkansas native Bree Ogden.
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