Good morning, Little Rock.

Aaron Reddin stepped down as executive director of The Van (a nonprofit providing food, water, clothing, and shelter) due to health struggles, and Parker Reid has been named his successor while Reddin remains on the board effective immediately.

Idaho-based energy storage startup Kore Power was in talks with the Port to evaluate a Zeuber Road site for a battery gigafactory that could bring 800-1,000 jobs.

The project is still in preliminary stages and needs a natural gas city gate to power onsite turbines.

Today the flashing red traffic signal at Kanis and Stewart roads directs drivers through delays as paving continues with final work expected by the end of April.

Traffic will shift Tuesday, April 21 when Denny Road closes for westbound travel.

The USDA confirmed Arkansas’ first highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreak of 2026 was detected in a commercial flock in Clay County and further testing will guide containment efforts.

Public comment is open through May 1 on a planned data center project near Sweet Home that would add five industrial buildings and office space — the project would fill 16.8 acres of wetlands and 6,000 feet of streams near Fourche Bayou.

Local groups ask for clear guidelines to protect nearby neighborhoods.

Arkansas softball remains ranked No. 6 after its (2 to 1) win at Mississippi State; the Razorbacks will travel to No. 1 Oklahoma on Friday at 7 p.m., marking their first top-six series in program history.

Razorbacks women's basketball transfer recruiting is heating up as SEC+P4 schools visit during the second week of the portal opening.

Arkansas softball coach Courtney Deifel held a press conference today to preview her team’s upcoming series at leading Oklahoma (games are scheduled for later this season).

ESPN 5‑star forward Paul Osaruyi from Bella Vista Prep plans to visit Arkansas, according to Jonathan Givony, as he continues his recruitment journey.

He also will visit North Carolina and remains in the 2027 class after considering reclassification.

Arkansas and UAPB face off tonight at Dickey-Stephens Park in North Little Rock (first pitch at 6 p.m.), with left-hander Colin Fisher starting for Arkansas while UAPB is set to use multiple pitchers as a top SWAC contender.

Cal Poly transfer punter Jesse Ehrlich committed to join Arkansas football as a walk-on Tuesday.

The (6-2) athlete averaged a 43.1-yard punt at Cal Poly and aims to strengthen the Razorbacks' special teams.

Gymnast Hailey Klein competed in 55 of 56 meets and helped the Razorbacks reach the NCAA championships; she will perform all four events in a semifinal on Thursday at 8:00 p.m. Central at Dickies Arena in Fort Worth.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

70th Year Block Party

12-5 p.m. — Lindsey's Hospitality House — Free entry — Celebrate seven decades with live music, food, and a classic car show in a 50s-70s themed atmosphere.