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in Little Rock
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ John Middleton Clayton (born Oct. 1840 near Chester, Pa.) was labeled a carpetbagger during Arkansas Reconstruction and served in the Union Army as one of 10 children. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parkview High School announced that head volleyball coach Kendahl Davenport will not return for the 2026-27 school year after an investigation found lapses in supervision and social media practices with students. A job posting for her replacement has been listed by the district. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Jacksonville-North Pulaski School District, the Department of Defense and Little Rock Air Force Base are set to relaunch the STARBASE Arkansas STEM program in August — it will give students hands-on learning in science, technology, engineering and math at the base. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Governor Asa Hutchinson—writing his autobiography for University of Arkansas Press—plans to share insights from his time in office and key moments from his political career. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Port of Little Rock purchased 42 acres in March for $1.2 million & plans to build an $8.5 million four-lane boulevard from Jones Street to Pratt Remmell Road near Holiday Inn. The port seeks a federal grant with a 20% match and expects construction to start next year. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Razorbacks enter the SEC Tournament at John Cropp Stadium in Lexington, Kentucky and will face Mississippi State today at 1 p.m. — coach Courtney Deifel said her team is battle-tested after a tough regular season schedule. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Matt Jones and Ethan Westerman recapped Dave Van Horn’s remarks at Monday’s Swatters Club and Razorback softball’s strong series win at Texas on the WholeHogSports Daily Podcast. Their discussion highlighted the team’s performance and challenges ahead. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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.
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The Laundry Summit
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Little Rock Marriott — Attend for a unique experience — Explore laundry business strategies and network with industry experts.
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Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs. Arkansas Little Rock Trojans Baseball
1-2 p.m. — Gary Hogan Field — Ticket prices vary — Experience an exciting baseball showdown between regional rivals at Gary Hogan Field.
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6th Annual Pulaski County Fair
5 PM – 11 PM — The Pulaski County Fair — Small gate admission — Enjoy carnival rides, local food, and nightly live entertainment by the Arkansas River.
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Harry Potter and The Chamber of Secrets in Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Robinson Center — Enjoy a magical musical experience as the film comes to life with live orchestration.
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Tech N9ne Live in Little Rock
8-11 p.m. — 721 W 9th St — Cost not specified — Experience the unique sounds of Tech N9ne, a pioneer in independent hip-hop.
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Montana 700 Live Performance
9-11:59 p.m. — Shooters Sports Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a live set from Dallas artist Montana 700 over Memorial Day weekend.
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Steel Magnolias
7:00 p.m. — Arkansas Repertory Theatre — Tickets from $25 — Experience heartwarming humor and deep friendships in a Southern classic.
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Southern Soul Lovers Tour
7-10 p.m. — Robinson Center — Discounted tickets available for students and seniors — Enjoy an evening of Southern soul music featuring Sir Charles Jones and friends.
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Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k
Hometown Half Marathon & 5k/10k — All day — North Little Rock, AR — Entry fee required — Run through the scenic roads of North Little Rock with various distances available for all ages.
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