Today
in Little Rock
Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Little Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Keep Little Rock Beautiful board member Lennie Massanelli will host Little Rock Recycles Day at the Little Rock Zoo on Saturday, Jun. 6 — the event invites local residents to help reduce waste and boost recycling efforts. THV 11
- ➤ St. Joseph Center of Arkansas plans to open a farm store at Breckenridge Village in west Little Rock using a model where farmers keep 70% of sales. The new space, shared with The Root Cafe & below the Looney Bin Comedy Club, is slated for setup by mid-June. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alice Sisty, once the highest paid woman in the traveling rodeo, drove a rare Cord convertible—only one of 205—and became the first to jump two horses at once—she also performed a similar stunt over her car in Little Rock in 1936. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas's morning headlines from May 29 featured presenters Hayden Balgavy & Karen Fuller who discussed the state's affordable housing funding plans. The report explained how state initiatives aim to boost accessible housing. THV 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas fire marshals warn that faulty smoke alarms pose a risk after an increase in fire-related deaths over the last year — urging residents to test and repair their detectors to enhance home safety. THV 11
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Horticulture expert Janet Carson (retired from the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service) advises local gardeners to prune dead branches from a frost-damaged tulip tree and trim amsonia and cherry trees so they can recover with patience and proper care. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arkansas’ baseball team rallied on Friday, May 29 at Hoglund Ballpark in Lawrence to beat Missouri State 9-5 and advance to the winners bracket against Kansas. Their first pitch is set for 5 p.m. today (record 40-20). Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
- ➤ The Razorbacks face the Bruins in an elimination game at the Women’s College World Series. The contest is underway to determine which team will advance. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
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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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K-POP Warriors Live Show
4-8 p.m. — Wally Allen Ballroom — Tickets required — Experience a high-energy, family-friendly show filled with K-Pop music and dance battles.
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Buena Vibra Fest
12-10 p.m. — Tavern 65th — Tickets available — Experience Little Rock's biggest Latin day party with live music, dance classes, and more.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own.
~ Benjamin Disraeli
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