Good morning, Little Rock.

A free pop up play day featuring a Ninja Warrior course for kids will take place at Creekmore Park, giving local families a chance for active fun.

Organizers say the event aims to engage children in physical play—parents are encouraged to join.

The Little Rock Police Department is investigating a domestic shooting that occurred Saturday afternoon—officials confirmed one injury and said more details are pending.

The film 'Animals Are Over' will be shown at George’s Majestic Lounge on July 4 and will mix VHS horror with surreal comedy, featuring a raccoon in a birthday hat and a family singing 'Happy Birthday.' The screening will include a live performance by Everything Is Terrible! collective—while The Flesh Pizza makes an appearance and tickets cost $23.50.

Arkansas's first dental school at Lyon College School of Dental Medicine welcomed its inaugural class of 80 students (43% from Arkansas) in Little Rock's Riverdale neighborhood, where orientation begins Monday and classes start July 7.

The state-of-the-art facility offers classrooms, a simulation clinic and a 100-chair patient care clinic for public dental services and student training.

Patricia Washington McGraw, a respected educator and author who founded a private school for Black children in Little Rock, died Wednesday at age 90.

She taught at local colleges and inspired her community with a dedication—leaving a lasting legacy.

An orangutan at the Little Rock Zoo died earlier this week from encephalitis + veterinary staff and specialists could not stop his worsening condition.

Kota, born on Feb. 23, 2024 to Berani and Bandar, quickly captured the hearts of guests and staff + zoo officials said he will be greatly missed.

A Little Rock church held a stem cell drive Saturday to find a match for Roxanne Pumphrey, a 61-year-old grandmother with myelodysplastic syndrome, partnering with DKMS+ the largest donor center in the world.

About 35 people were tested by 11 a.m. and doctors will confirm potential matches while DKMS covers travel expenses if needed.

Arkansas has added former Little Rock Christian pitcher Jackson Kircher from Oklahoma to join the Diamond Hogs.

The 19-year-old posted a 5.68 ERA in 12 2/3 innings for the Sooners and announced his move on social media – transfers have until July 1 to decide.

Reverend Horton Heat Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — The Hall — $34.48-$58.69 — Enjoy a night of rockabilly and rock music with Reverend Horton Heat and Jason D Williams.

DCI - Drum Corps International

7:30-9 p.m. — War Memorial Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful performances of youth drum corps and support arts education.

One Night Only - A Tribute To The Bee Gees

7:30-9 p.m. — Robinson Center — Cost info not provided — Experience the harmonies and beautiful falsetto voices of the Bee Gees with a full band performance.

Jason Boland & The Stragglers Live

7-10 p.m. — Revolution Music Room — Ticket info not provided — Experience the reflective tunes of Jason Boland and the Stragglers as they perform from their latest album.

David Tribble Live Acoustic Show

3-9 p.m. — The Oyster Bar — Free entry — Enjoy amazing food and live music with Texarkana's own David Tribble.