Good morning, Little Rock.

Ava Weeks, 21, was crowned Miss Arkansas 2026 at the Robinson Center with wins for talent, conversation and leadership in a pageant held Saturday night.

Weeks, whose community service promotes seatbelt safety, will use her title to boost local advocacy and earn a ($30,000) scholarship.

Arkansas TV will increase local programming from 5% to 30% starting July 1, 2026, cutting some national shows from its schedule.

The station will produce local content such as high school soccer matches and lectures at its Conway studios (in line with its educational mission).

Central Arkansas housing remains stable as officials pilot updated credit models including FICO 10T and VantageScore 4.0, which may change how mortgage risk is scored.

Lawmakers say clear data and a measured timeline are needed to keep the market fair and consistent.

Central Arkansas Library System warns that rising digital book prices are unsustainable as its audiobook license cost surged from $23.98 in 2009 to $102 today — Leslie Blanchard said that escalating expenses may soon reduce available titles, prompting calls for congressional action to ease spending.

Arkansas women's basketball will play two games at the San Diego Classic on Nov.

24 and 25 as part of the 2026-27 nonconference schedule (their first games in San Diego in four seasons). The team also has a season opener and additional home games at Bud Walton Arena.

Arkansas men’s track won the NCAA outdoor title in Eugene, Oregon after early setbacks in the 200 & hurdles and a relay error; first-year coach Doug Case said strong recruiting and team unity led to the win.

Rod Man Live Comedy Show

7-8:30 p.m. — Loony Bin Comedy Club — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with Rod Man's live performance.

Treat Trot Little Rock 15K

7-11 a.m. — Burns Park Soccer Complex — Registration includes swag — Enjoy a fun 15K with great snacks and live results.

Demola Live Concert

6-9 p.m. — 721 W 9th St, Little Rock, AR — Ticket prices include all fees — Experience an electrifying performance from international violinist Demola blending genres from Afrobeats to Classical.

Singin' In The Rain Sr.

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Wildwood Park for the Arts — Tickets from $32 — Experience a can't-miss live show that brings the classic musical to life.

Mike Paramore Live Comedy

8-11 p.m. — Loony Bin Comedy Club — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughter with Mike Paramore's stand-up performance.

The Crème De La Crème - Little Rock

8 p.m.-1 a.m. — Little Rock Marriott — 25+ to enter — Experience a soulful and eclectic cocktail party with live performances by DON DEIGO & NICK HUD.

Louisiana Krewe vs Little Rock Rangers Soccer Match

6-8 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Watch Louisiana Krewe take on Little Rock Rangers in an exciting USL League Two showdown.

Joseph & The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat

Evening — Arkansas Repertory Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience a dazzling musical rendition of the beloved Biblical story with diverse musical styles.

Junk Journaling Workshop

4-5 p.m. — North Little Rock Public Library - Argenta Public Library — Free entry — Discover the joy of screen-free creativity while transforming paper scraps into unique art.

J & The Causeways Live Concert

7-10 p.m. — Stickyz Rock'n'Roll Chicken Shack — $10 cover — Experience an evening of original soulful tunes with J & The Causeways.