Early voting starts next week
Early voting starts next week
Ashley, Vratsinas to be honored by Commercial Real Estate Council; CAC and Maumelle face other in basketball tonight plus headlines and sports
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Meetings: The North Little Rock School Board meets tonight at the district’s administration building and the Maumelle City Council meets next Tuesday, one-day delayed due to Monday’s holiday.
Events: Next Monday is Presidents Day but the federal holiday will not result in any delays to trash and recycling pickup
Basketball!: Maumelle Charter and Central Arkansas Christian will tangle at 5:30 p.m. tonight in the district tournament at Dover. Both teams have already qualified for next week’s regionals, that will also be held at Dover.
Case management services available for tornado survivors
The rubble from last year’s March 31 tornado is still strewn across Pulaski County as a number of homes in North Little Rock and Little Rock are still being rebuilt.
Disaster case management for those survivors is now available from St. Vincent DePaul Disaster Case Management, a free service which connects households with case managers.
Those case managers work one-on-one with families to meet unmet needs and get access to resources that are available from the various federal agencies and insurance companies, along with local organizations. St. Vincent DePaul Disaster Case Management is a Catholic lay organization.
The services are funded by the Arkansas Community Foundation and the Center for Disaster Philanthropy.
For more information or to apply, email Pulaski-CrossARTornado@svdpdisaster.org, call 800-668-0683 or click here.
Ashley, Vratsinas to be honored by Commercial Real Estate Council
The Commercial Real Estate Council of Metro Little Rock recently announced that it will honor Richard “Rick” Ashley and Gus Vratsinas for their legacy in real estate and construction.
The event will be at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22 and will be held at the Little Rock Junior League Headquarters Building, 401 S. Scott St. in downtown Little Rock.
Ashley, above, is the owner, managing partner and principal broker of The Ashley Group, which owns and manages more than three million square feet of commercial property across seven states.
Vratsinas, above, a Little Rock native, has been involved in construction and professional engineering for more than 50 years in both his hometown and across the country. He founded, along with Sam Alley, VCC, an international construction company headquartered in Little Rock.
He now works with Vratsinas Enterprises in Little Rock.
Tickets are available at crecmlr.org/events. For more information, email info@crecmlr.org or call 501-291-2210.
Early voting starts next week
The March 5 primary and judicial elections are now less than three weeks away and the signs of the election are everywhere.
Literally, you can’t drive almost anywhere in central Arkansas and not see a yard sign on the side of the road. There’s also a near constant stream of mailers filling up your mailbox as well.
Judicial races are state-wide and any Pulaski County resident can vote for local judges.
Notable races include:
Arkansas Supreme Court, Chief Justice, Position 1: Currently held by Mountain View’s Dan Kemp but he’s retiring making the seat open.
Candidates are:
Justice Rhonda Wood
Justice Karen Baker
Justice Barbara Womack Webb
Jay Martin
Wood, Baker and Webb already serve on the state Supreme Court, while Martin, a lawyer, is a former state representative who served North Little Rock.
If Wood, Baker or Webb were to win the race, their replacement would be appointed by Gov. Sarah Sanders, and that person would serve until 2026, or until the next election.
Arkansas Supreme Court, Associate Justice, Position 2: This seat is currently held by interim Justice Cody Hiland, who was appointed by Sanders last year after the death of Robin Wynne. Hiland is ineligible to run for the seat.
Candidates are:
Justice Courtney Hudson
Circuit Judge Carlton D. Jones
Hudson, who already serves as a Justice and was mostly recently re-elected in 2018 but for a different seat. If she wins, her replacement would also be appointed by Sanders, but if she loses, she will continue to serve in her current role. Jones is also a judge in Texarkana.
Arkansas Court of Appeals, Associate Judge, District 6, Position 1: Rita Gruber is retiring making the seat open.
Candidates include:
Molly McNulty
Circuit Judge Casey Tucker
Pam Hathaway
McNulty and Hathaway are both Little Rock lawyers, while Tucker is a judge.
Circuit Judge – District 6, Division 17, Subdistrict 6.2: Currently held by Judge Mackie Pierce, who is running for another judgeship, making the seat open.
Candidates include:
Brent Eubanks
Robert Cortinez
Brooke Augusta Ware
All three are Little Rock lawyers.
State District Judge, District 31, Pulaski: Currently held by Wayne Gruber, who is joining his wife, Judge Rita Gruber, in retirement.
Candidates include
Circuit Judge Chip Welch
Beth Burgess
Welch is a long-time and well known local judge, while Burgess is an attorney in Perry County.
State District Judge, District 31, Little Rock 1: Currently held by Melanie Martin, who is not running for re-election.
Candidates include:
Jill Kamps
Circuit Judge Mackie Pierce
One of the more tightly contested races, Kamps is a deputy prosecuting attorney with broad local support while Pierce is a judge and also enjoys broad local support. Outside of the state Supreme Court, this might be the tightest election to watch on March 5.
State District Judge, District 31, Little Rock 2: Currently held by Vic Fleming, who is (DOWN eight letters) retiring? Correct. Fleming will continue creating crossword puzzles for the New York Times, among others. He's (UP, 11 letters) fascinating? We’ll allow it.
Candidates include:
Circuit Judge Herb Wright
Robert Tellez
Wright is already a judge, while Tellez is a lawyer in North Little Rock and expect another close race.
Early voting
Early voting begins across Pulaski County next Tuesday, Feb. 20, and will continue through Monday, March 4.
If any election goes to a runoff, it will be held April 2. With early voting for it beginning on March 26.
You can vote at any of the sites listed below regardless of where you live in Pulaski County.
Sites
Jess Odom Community Center, 1100 Edgewood Drive, Maumelle
Hours
Feb. 20 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 21 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 22 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 23 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 24 ... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Feb. 26 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 27 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 28 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 29 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March 1 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March 2 ... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Glenview Community Center, 4800 E. 19th St., North Little Rock
Hours
Feb. 20 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 21 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 22 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 23 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 24 ... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Feb. 26 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 27 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 28 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 29 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March 1 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March 2 ... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
William F. Laman Library, 2801 Orange St., North Little Rock
Hours
Feb. 20 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 21 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 22 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 23 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 24 ... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Feb. 26 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 27 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 28 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 29 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March 1 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March 2 ... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Jacksonville Community Center, 5 Municipal Drive, Jacksonville
Hours
Feb. 20 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 21 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 22 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 23 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 24 ... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Feb. 26 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 27 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 28 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 29 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March 1 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March 2 ... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
First Christian Church of Sherwood, 2803 E. Kiehl Ave., Sherwood
Hours
Feb. 20 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 21 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 22 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 23 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 24 ... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Feb. 26 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 27 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 28 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 29 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March 1 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March 2 ... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Pulaski County Regional Building, 501 W. Markham, Little Rock
Hours
Feb. 20 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 21 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 22 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 23 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 24 ... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Feb. 26 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 27 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 28 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Feb. 29 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March 1 ... 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
March 2 ... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
March 4 ... 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
For other South of the River voting sites, click here.
Education news
UA Little Rock names Fall 2023 graduates
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock announces its Fall 2023 graduates.
UA Little Rock awarded more than 570 degrees during the Fall 2023 semester. Graduates were honored during a Dec. 16, 2023, commencement ceremony at the Jack Stephens Center at UA Little Rock.
North of the River students who graduated from UA Little Rock include:
Matthew Ball of Maumelle, graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Information Systems.
Christy Crawford of Maumelle, graduated with a Master of Arts in Counseling.
Cameron Davidson of Maumelle, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
Dylan Douglas of Maumelle, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
Breese Jones of Maumelle, graduated with a Master of Business Administration in Business Administration.
Katherine Morin of Maumelle, graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management.
Toni Naramore of Maumelle, graduated with an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing.
Lauren Posey of Maumelle, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English.
Patrick Robinson of Maumelle, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
Caylan Sproles of Maumelle, graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting.
Elsa Tilmon of Maumelle, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Nursing.
Danarae Agard-Golden of Sherwood, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Nursing.
Mohamed Albeik of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.
Jacob Anderson of North Little Rock, graduated with a Master of Business Administration in Business Administration.
Jasmine Anderson of Sherwood, graduated with a Associate of Applied Science in Nursing.
Nicole Atkinson of Sherwood, graduated with a Associate of Applied Science in Nursing.
Otis Banks of North Little Rock, graduated with a Graduate Certificate in Teaching The Gifted/Talented.
Aliesha Barefield of Sherwood, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Nursing.
Phillip Blake of Sherwood, graduated with a Graduate Certificate in National Cyber Teaching Academy.
Levi Boyd of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Interpretation: ASL/English.
Allison Brewster of Sherwood, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Nursing.
Bart Carfagno of North Little Rock, graduated with an Associate of Applied Science in Nursing.
Cedrea Chestnut of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education in Elementary Education K-6.
Khalanna Cotton of North Little Rock, graduated with a Master of Public Administration in Public Administration.
Minh Dang of Sherwood, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.
Anna Darr of Sherwood, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Interpretation: ASL/English.
Darrell Davis of Sherwood, graduated with a Master of Arts in Counseling.
Janelle Davis of North Little Rock, graduated with an Associate of Arts in General Studies.
Rebekah Duke of North Little Rock, graduated with a Master of Public Administration in Public Administration.
N El of North Little Rock, graduated with an Associate of Arts in General Studies.
Andrea Farmer of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies.
Hanna Feinstein of North Little Rock, graduated with a Associate of Applied Science in Nursing.
Mareva Ford of North Little Rock, graduated with a Associate of Applied Science in Nursing.
Kayleigh Foster of Sherwood, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
Landon Griffith of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
Kyle Halbrook of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting.
Tara Hamilton of North Little Rock, graduated with a Master of Arts in Counseling.
George Hanlon of Sherwood, graduated with an Associate of Arts in General Studies.
Marame Hughes of Sherwood, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Communication Studies.
Osibee Johnson of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies.
Rachel Johnson of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
Shane Lamar of Sherwood, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Kinley Larmoyeux of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Applied Communication Studies.
Taylon Mcvay of North Little Rock, graduated with a Associate of Arts in General Studies.
Kristen Miller of Sherwood, graduated with a Master of Arts in Public History.
Leah Miller of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Art.
Myles Mitchell of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Theatre Arts.
Daniella Montero of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications.
Tashel Mullings of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Nursing.
Jack Newton of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance.
Teylen Patterson of North Little Rock, graduated with an Associate of Arts in General Studies.
Paula Penn of Sherwood, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English.
Nickole Perry of Sherwood, graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting.
Debra Randolph of Sherwood, graduated with a Doctor of Education in Educational Administration.
Brittany Reed of Sherwood, graduated with a Certificate of Proficiency in Workplace Spanish.
Ashley Reid of North Little Rock, graduated with an Associate of Arts in General Studies.
Tiffany Robinson of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy.
Cristi Santos - Valle of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance.
Dylan Sherrill of Sherwood, graduated with a Master of Science in Business Information Systems and Analytics.
Sarbjot Singh of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
Emily Skinner of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology.
Brandon Stargell of North Little Rock, graduated with a Master of Education in Education.
Ellen Strickland of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Art.
Ian Sutphin of Sherwood, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
Cassidy Tenison of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Education in Elementary Education K-6.
Rickey Thompson of North Little Rock, graduated with a Doctor of Education in Higher Education.
Natalie Young of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing.
Multiple degree graduates
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock congratulates its Fall 2023 graduates with multiple degrees.
North of the River students who graduated include:
Cortlen Arterberry of Maumelle, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and an Associate of Science in Law Enforcement.
Jennifer Badgett of North Little Rock, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology.
Paul Larison of North Little Rock, graduated with a Master of Science in Information Science and a Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics.
Art notes
Shining Light coming to Argenta Community Theater
The Judy Kohn Tenenbaum Argenta Community Theater will host a Shining Light: A Cabaret Celebrating Black Voices on Sunday, Feb. 25.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the one-night show will start at 7 p.m.
Shining Light is described as “a celebration of black artists throughout art history and within our community either hidden or seen. It is a celebration of black history and a herald of the future told through the perspective of members of the black community.”
The show was organized and created by Alycya Thomas, the theater’s operations manager, who also acts.
“Showing up is so important,” Thomas said. “Having an event set aside to celebrate black artists in central Arkansas is not only necessary in promoting representation and diversity in the arts, but is also paramount to helping us in finding our unique artistic voices being black in a predominately non-black industry.”
The show will feature: Val Bell, Austin Bernard, Ana Brandon, Kyndal Collins, Destaney Duguid, Torres Eskew, Nick Farr, Agnolia Gay, Evan Hamilton, Keith Harper, Tyranni Hubbard, Willie Johnson, Portia Jones, Mya Little, Tylen Loring, Marcus Murphy, Kasey Rowland and Spencer Steward.
Ana Brandon will serve as host.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online at ArgentaCommunityTheater.org, and for more information, call 501-353-1443.
Godpsell performances set at Argenta Community Theater
Argenta Community Theater recently announced the performance dates for Godspell
Performances run start on Feb. 21 and conclude on March 2.
The show’s run will also include a student matinee sponsored by Blackberry Market. Evening shows start at 7:30 p.m. and the Sunday matinee is at 2 p.m. Ticket prices start at $10 and to buy, go to www.argentacommunitytheater.org.
Action/Abstraction Redefined opens at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts this Friday
Action/Abstraction Redefined: Modern Native Art, 1940s to 1970s opens at the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts this Friday, Feb. 16, in the Harriet and Warren Stephens Galleries and will remain on view through May 26.
Admission is always free, and the exhibition is open through May 26.
Other upcoming events
AMFA Member Exhibition Preview: AMFA Members get the first look at Action/Abstraction Redefined today at 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
AMFA’s Family Art Festival: Families can enjoy a free day of art and fun inspired by Action/Abstraction Redefined this Saturday, Feb. 17, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Bizhiki Culture & Dance Company—featured on Bon Iver’s 2019 album I,I —kicks off the experience with energy-packed, interactive dance performances at 10:30 a.m. and noon in AMFA’s Atrium. This is a free event, and no reservations are required.
Artist Talk: Action/Abstraction Redefined: Doug Hyde and Frank Buffalo Hyde, father and son contemporary Native artists, will participate in an intergenerational conversation on Wednesday, March 6, at 6 p.m. in AMFA’s Performing Arts Theater. Reservations are encouraged for this free Artist Talk and can be made at www.arkmfa.org.
Action/Abstraction Redefined Dance Performance: On Saturday, April 27, at 1:30 p.m., traditional choreography and modern movement merge to create a unique art form during a contemporary Native American dance performance in AMFA’s Performing Arts Theater. Reservations are encouraged for this free event and can be made at www.arkmfa.org.
Little Rock Cat Show is this weekend
The Cat Fanciers’ Association Gulf Shore Regional Cat Show returns to the Arkansas State Fairgrounds Hall of Industry this Saturday and Sunday.
The Cat Fanciers’ Association bills itself as the “world’s largest registry of pedigreed cats” and its goal is to promote the interests of breeders and exhibitors of pedigreed cats.
This year's cat show competition, themed “Rock Around the Clock,” will feature six judging rings for pedigreed cats representing over 40 breeds along with household pets – judged on health and appearance – by All-Breed Judges from across the U.S. and Europe.
Pedigreed cats compete in four different divisions:
Championship (breeding cats)
Premiership (for spayed and neutered pedigreed cats)
Kittens (pedigreed cats 4-8 months old)
Household Pets (mixed breeds and companion cats).
The event will also vendors and local artists selling cat-related items for owners and enthusiasts
It will also feature a Feline Agility Competition, a Cat Costume Contest, and the local rescue organization Community Cats of Central Arkansas will be on site with kitties looking to be adopted into their forever homes.
Tickets are $12 for adults along with lower prices for seniors, children and family packs are also available.
Hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days and for more information, email perfexcats@gmail.com or call Kate Sain at 501-681-9640.
High school basketball report
Maumelle
Record so far: 15-10
Last week: Picked up a big win against Jacksonville last Friday.
The week ahead: A trip to Little Rock Catholic this Friday and the regular season ends Friday, Feb. 23 against Beebe. The Hornets will be back in the state tournament as they’re 10-2 in the league and could still win the conference title, with some help. The 5A state tournament is at Searcy this year with the first game on Feb. 28 for both the No. 1 and No., 2 seeds. This year, the 5A-Central is paired against the 5A-East.
Schedule
Friday, Feb 16 ... at Catholic ... 7 p.m. ... (C)
Friday, Feb 23 ... vs. Beebe ... 7 p.m. ... (C)
Roster
Maumelle Girls
Coach: Grover Garrison
Record so far: 3-19
Last week: Lost to Jacksonville last Friday.
The week ahead: Three games remain in the regular season, and the state tournament is unlikely as the Hornets are 8th in the 9-team league and only the top four teams from the 5A-Central will get in.
Schedule
Friday, Feb. 9 ... at Jacksonville ... 6 p.m. ... (C)
Fri, Feb 16 ... at Mount St. Mary ... 7 p.m. ... (C)
Tue, Feb 20 ... at Little Rock Christian ... 6 p.m. ... (C)
Fri, Feb 23 ... vs. Beebe ... 6 p.m. ... (C)
Roster
Maumelle Charter boys
Record so far: 21-12
Last week: Beat Atkins in the first round of the district tournament on Monday and will play in next week’s regionals as a result.
The week ahead: The district tournament concludes this week and Maumelle Charter will face CAC at 5:30 p.m. tonight at Dover. Regardless of the outcome, the Falcons already headed to next week’s regionals with seeding still up in the air with a game either Feb. 21 or Feb. 22. A win then, puts Maumelle Charter back in the state tournament.
Maumelle Charter girls
Record so far: 18-19
Last week: Maumelle Charter lost to Atkins in the regular season finale last Friday and the two teams faced off in the first round of the district tournament but this time, the Falcons claimed a thrilling, 44-43, victory that punched their ticket to next week’s regionals. With the next round secure, the Falcons lost to host Dover on Tuesday, but there’s still more basketball to play.
The week ahead: Seeding is still to be determined but Maumelle Charter will either be the No. 3 or No. 4 seed in next week’s regionals, also at Dover. The No. 3 seed will play at 4 p.m. on Feb. 22, while the No. 4 seed will play at 7 p.m. on Feb. 21. A win in either game, sends the team to the following week’s state tournament at Elkins.
Boys and Girls schedule
Feb. 12-17 … Sr. High District Tournament … at Dover
Feb. 21-24 … Regional Tournament at Dover
Feb. 27- March 2 … State Tournament at Elkins
North Little Rock
Coach: Nathan Clayborn
Record so far: 16-7
Last week: Lost at Jonesboro last Friday.
The week ahead: Three games remain as the ‘Cats paw around for tournament seeding. North Little Rock will likely finish third in the 6A-Central and will have a first round state tournament, that will be played at North Little Rock’s Smalltel Arena.
Schedule
Fri, Feb 16 ... vs. Bryant ... 7 p.m. ... (C)
Tuesday, Feb. 20 ... vs. Little Rock Central ... 7 p.m. ... (C) Makeup game
Thursday, Feb. 22 ... vs. Cabot ... 7 p.m. ... (C)
Roster
North Little Rock Girls
Coach: Daryl Fimple
Record so far: 23-4
Last week: The ‘Cats beat Southwest on Monday in a makeup game.
The week ahead: Bryant is at home this Friday, followed by games against Central and Cabot, all at home. next week. North Little Rock is still in contention for the conference championship but could also end as low as the No. 3 seed from the loaded 6A-Central.e
Schedule
Fri, Feb 16 ... vs. Bryant ... 6 p.m. ... (C)
Tuesday, Feb. 20 ... vs. Little Rock Central ... 6 p.m. ... (C) Makeup game
Thursday, Feb. 22 ... vs. Cabot ... 6 p.m. ... (C)
Roster
Central Arkansas Christian
Coach: Matt Hall
Record so far: 20-3
Last week: The Mustangs haven’t lost since Nov. 21 and are riding an 19-game winning streak. Essentially, CAC has been unbeatable since the football players returned to the court after that team’s deep playoff run.
The week ahead: The district tournament is this week, and the Mustangs have a bye into the semifinals where they will face Maumelle Charter at 5:30 p.m. tonight at Dover. Then it is back to Dover for the regionals. If CAC wins the district tournament, they’d be the No. 1 seed and play at 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 21, a win then puts them into the state tournament.
Schedule
District tournament
Roster
Central Arkansas Christian Girls
Coach: Steve Quattlebaum
Record: 2-24 (Final)
Last week: Lost to Perryville in the first round of the district tournament
The week ahead: The season is over for the Lady Mustangs
Schedule
The season is over.