Today
in Little Rock
Friday, May 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ JTJ Restaurants is set to renovate Sonny Williams Steak Room in River Market with new carpet, paint and upgraded kitchen equipment starting the third week in June. Layne's Chicken Fingers has opened a new outlet on Cantrell Road + City Silo Table Pantry has added fresh breakfast items. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Capital Hotel will host its monthly Stellekaya Wine Dinner at 6 p.m. May 28 at One Eleven at the Capital Restaurant (111 W. Markham St.). The event pairs South African wines with carefully crafted dishes such as beef carpaccio, peri peri chicken, and pan-seared ostrich filet. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ High gas prices nearing 4 dollars per gallon and rainy weather are prompting many in Little Rock to plan briefer trips this Memorial Day weekend. The Weather Service forecasts rain on Friday that will continue through the weekend while state troopers increase highway patrols & urge drivers to buckle up. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas softball coach Courtney Deifel and players Ella McDowell, Dakota Kennedy and Kailey Wyckoff previewed their NCAA super regional against Duke during a Thursday, May 21 press conference at Bogle Park in Fayetteville. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas track stars Sanu Jallow-Lockhart and Jelani Watkins were named to the Bowerman watch list after record-setting performances at the SEC Outdoor Championships earlier this week; Jallow-Lockhart set an 800-meter record and anchored a relay while Watkins tied the 100-meter record — boosting Razorback pride. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Arkansas Razorbacks baseball beat Tennessee 8-4 and will face Texas in Hoover today at the SEC Tournament—according to the WholeHogSports Daily Podcast. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Palestine-Wheatley won the Class 2A state baseball championship by shutting out Woodlawn 6-0 on Thursday, May 21 at Majestic Park in Hot Springs as shortstop Brody Parker threw a key out to end the inning. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ Today, the seventh-seeded Razorbacks (37-19) will face the second-seeded Longhorns (40-12) at Hoover Met at 3 p.m. in the SEC Tournament, marking the first SEC tournament game between the teams and reviving a key rivalry from their Southwest Conference days. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
-
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.
-
Steel Magnolias
7:00 p.m. — Arkansas Repertory Theatre — Tickets from $25 — Experience heartwarming humor and deep friendships in a Southern classic.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
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.
-
Multi-Vertical Business Networking
6-8 p.m. — Bark Bar & Grille — Limited Tickets — Network with professionals across various industries and make valuable connections.
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
It is better to travel well than to arrive.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Today in Little Rock
Welcome to the Today in Little Rock, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Little Rock, Arkansas community. If you like the Today in Little Rock, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Little Rock.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Little Rock and across Arkansas. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Today in Little Rock
A free Little Rock community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://todayinlittlerock.com/sitemap