Today
in Little Rock
Monday, May 18th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Boone, a 2-year-old beagle abandoned near Wye Mountain in Perry County, was hit by a car and rescued by locals who raised $5,000 for his surgery at Providence Veterinary Clinic. A custom wheelchair from Horton Orthotics helped him regain movement, and he now heals with his new owner Deann Ramsey. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ North Little Rock’s Old Mill celebrated 50 years as a city park today in a 1976-themed bash with tours, children’s activities and discussions on its restoration (known from Gone with the Wind), while Mayor Terry Hartwick joined a tree-planting ceremony honoring founding member Sandra Taylor Smith. ABC 7
- ➤ A motorcycle caravan honoring military veterans passed through Central Arkansas Sunday as part of the annual Run for the Wall event; the group began in Oklahoma City (and is expected to stop in Forrest City) as it travels from Ontario, Calif. to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Downtown Little Rock welcomed the Farmers Market back today for its 52nd season as over 50 vendors offered fresh produce, baked goods and handmade items while the market runs every Saturday (7 a.m. to 1 p.m.) through August 1. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pulaski County has spent $9.2 million on Providence Park, a homeless village project that now includes five tiny homes and shared utilities; the $20 million plan will eventually add 400 tiny houses with communal amenities (each home costing about $50,000) to help residents gain stable housing. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas Razorbacks softball beat South Florida 9-1 in a run-rule win at the NCAA Fayetteville Regional on Saturday, May 16 at Bogle Park — the victory kept hopes for a super regional berth alive. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The top ranked Arkansas men’s golf team opens NCAA Tournament play today at Trysting Tree Golf Club in Corvallis, Oregon as 13 teams vie for a spot at the Championships; the Razorbacks are ranked sixth nationally and will count four high individual scores each day over three stroke play rounds. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Arkansas Travelers won their fifth consecutive game Sunday by beating the Northwest Arkansas Naturals 9 to 5 at Arvest Ballpark. They now begin a homestand of 12 games in Little Rock to hold the first place in their division. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas softball head coach Courtney Deifel recapped the Razorbacks' 10-2 regional final win over USF during a press conference today — offering insights from both players and opposing coach Ken Eriksen. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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Home for Healing Golf Classic Tournament
11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. — Chenal Country Club — Registration fee required — Swing for a cause in this charity golf tournament supporting patients and caregivers.
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38 Special Concert
5:30-7:30 p.m. — Simmons Bank Arena — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience the legendary Southern rock sounds of 38 Special live in concert.
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The Big Kahuna 5K & 10K
Run Series Pick of the Month — Saturday — North Little Rock, Arkansas — $10 off entry with code — Grab your shades and lace up for a fun community race featuring multiple distances and a kids run.
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Brunch, Laughter & Vibes with Lance Gross
3-5 p.m. — The Nut House Comedy Lounge — Free brunch — Enjoy an afternoon of laughter and great food with actor Lance Gross at Arkansas' first black-owned comedy club.
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Multi-Vertical Business Networking
6-8 p.m. — Bark Bar & Grille — Limited Tickets — Network with professionals across various industries and make valuable connections.
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The Dink Minor League Pickleball
Time TBA — Little Rock Athletic Club — Cost varies — Compete and have fun on 7 courts with friends and fellow pickleball enthusiasts.
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