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  • 28th March 1941
    Arkansas native and singer-songwriter Charlie McCoy is born in Oak Hill, West Virginia. He later becomes a highly regarded musician, known for his skills on multiple instruments.

  • 28th March 1948
    Arkansas Razorbacks men's basketball team wins their first Southwest Conference Championship, achieving a significant milestone in the team's history.

  • 28th March 1955
    Arkansas native and actress Reba McEntire is born in McAlester, Oklahoma. She later rises to fame as a country music singer, actress, and businesswoman.

  • 28th March 1969
    Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team wins the College World Series, defeating the University of Tulsa Golden Hurricane 4-1 in the championship game, marking a memorable achievement for the team.

  • 28th March 1974
    Arkansas native and actress Alexandra Billings is born in Schaumburg, Illinois. She later becomes known for her roles in television series and advocacy for transgender rights.

  • 28th March 1978
    Arkansas Razorbacks men's basketball team wins their first National Invitation Tournament (NIT) Championship, defeating the University of Notre Dame Fighting Irish 71-69 in the final.

  • 28th March 1986
    Arkansas native and actor Luke Walton is born in San Diego, California. He later becomes known for his career in professional basketball as both a player and coach.

  • 28th March 1991
    Arkansas Razorbacks women's basketball team advances to the Sweet Sixteen of the NCAA Tournament with a victory over the University of San Diego Toreros, showcasing their talent and determination on the court.

  • 28th March 1995
    Arkansas native and actress Julia Stiles makes her film debut in "The Devil's Own," beginning a successful career in film and television.

  • 28th March 2009
    Arkansas Razorbacks men's basketball team advances to the NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteen with a victory over the University of Missouri Tigers, thrilling fans with their performance.

  • 28th March 2015
    Arkansas Razorbacks baseball team achieves a milestone victory over the Auburn Tigers, securing their 20th consecutive win and showcasing their dominance on the field.

  • 28th March 2019
    Arkansas native and singer-songwriter Justin Moore releases his fifth studio album, "Late Nights and Longnecks," featuring hit singles like "The Ones That Didn't Make It Back Home."

  • 28th March 2020
    Arkansas Razorbacks men's basketball team wins the National Invitation Tournament (NIT) Championship, defeating the University of Texas Longhorns 77-74 in the final, claiming their third NIT title.

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