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Arkadelphia, Arkansas

Arkadelphia is a city in Clark County, Arkansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population was 10,380. The city is the county seat of Clark County. It is situated at the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains. Two universities, Henderson State University and Ouachita Baptist University, are located here. Arkadelphia was incorporated in 1857.

History
The site was settled in about 1809 by John Hemphill, operator of a nearby salt works, Arkansas's first industry. It was known as Blakelytown until 1839, when the settlement adopted the name Arkadelphia. The town was named "Arkadelphia," a portmanteau of Ark- from the state's name Arkansas and adelphia from the Greek meaning "brother/place".

Arkadelphia was once known as the "City of Rainbows", perhaps because the humid climate often resulted in rain.

Geography
Arkadelphia is located in northeastern Clark County on the west bank of the Ouachita River.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 18.9 sqkm, of which 18.8 sqkm is land and 0.1 sqkm, or 0.49%, is water.

Climate
The climate is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen climate classification system, Arkadelphia has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 10,380 people, 3,751 households, and 1,966 families residing in the city.

2010 census
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 10,714 people living in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 64.0% White, 30.0% Black, 0.4% Native American, 0.8% Asian, <0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.1% from some other race and 1.4% from two or more races. 3.2% were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 10,912 people, 3,865 households, and 2,187 families living in the city. The population density was 1486.2 PD/sqmi. There were 4,216 housing units at an average density of 574.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 68.98% White, 26.51% Black or African American, 0.53% Native American, 1.29% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 1.35% from other races, and 1.28% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.59% of the population.

There were 3,865 households, out of which 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 38.6% were married couples living together, 15.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 43.4% were non-families. 31.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the city, the age distribution of the population showed 18.1% under the age of 18, 32.9% from 18 to 24, 20.4% from 25 to 44, 14.5% from 45 to 64, and 14.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 24 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $26,651, and the median income for a family was $42,479. Males had a median income of $30,152 versus $19,459 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,268. About 19.8% of families and 23.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.8% of those under the age of 18 and 15.9% of those 65 and older.

Economy
Major factors in Arkadelphia's economy are education and manufacturing. Ouachita Baptist University, Henderson State University, and Arkadelphia School District employ many people in the education sector. The manufacturing sector includes Georgia Pacific and Siplast. The economy includes small-scale businesses, including fast-food restaurants.

Arts and culture
Opened in 2011, the Arkadelphia Arts Center hosts exhibits, productions and educational workshops for many organizations in town, including the Caddo River Art Guild, the Poet and Writer's Guild, the Little Theatre, the two universities, and Arkadelphia School District. Henderson State University holds plays and musical performances in Arkansas Hall located on campus. Ouachita Baptist University displays student art and sculpture in the Hammons Gallery. OBU performing arts take place in the OBU Jones Performing Arts Center on Ouachita Street.

Tourism

The Clark County Historical Museum contains artifacts from prehistoric times through today in an attempt to document the history of the county. Based in the former Amtrak station, a historic tour through Arkadelphia, including the historic James E. M. Barkman House. The Captain Henderson House is a historic bed and breakfast owned and operated by Henderson State University and originally inhabited by the university's namesake.

Downtown Arkadelphia includes the Arkadelphia Commercial Historic District, the Arkadelphia Confederate Monument, Clark County Courthouse, and the Clark County Library, all listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Other family attractions include the Diamond Lakes Regional Visitors Center on Highway 7 near I-30, and the Reynolds Science Center Planetarium, open to the public during the academic year, is located on the Henderson State University campus.

Parks and recreation
Arkadelphia Parks and Recreation Department operates facilities and manages activities for the community. Within Feaster Park, the department operates Arkadelphia Aquatic Park, which features water slides, swimming, and diving areas. The park includes a recreation center that has an indoor basketball/volleyball court, a weight lifting area and an elevated walking track. In 2013, the department completed construction of DeSoto Bluff Trail, which overlooks the Ouachita River.

DeGray Lake Resort State Park surrounds 13800 acre DeGray Lake, which is located 8 mi northwest of Arkadelphia, on Arkansas Scenic Byway 7. The state park has facilities for camping, fishing, water sports, golf, hiking, and biking. The Iron Mountain Bike Trail is a winding path inside the park that runs for approximately 26 mi.

The Caddo and Ouachita rivers merge just outside the northern city limits. Canoe and tube rentals are available in nearby Caddo Valley, Arkansas.

The Ouachita National Forest and Hot Springs National Park are located on the scenic byway, approximately 30 mi north of Arkadelphia. To the west of Hot Springs is Lake Ouachita, which has more than 690 mi of shoreline and more than 40000 acre of water. The lake is surrounded by Ouachita National Forest. The tourist destination of Hot Springs is located adjacent to the national park. Bathhouse Row, Oaklawn Park Race Track and Casino and Magic Springs are some attractions located there.

Government
Arkadelphia operates under the city manager form of government. There is a seven-member city council known as the board of directors that appoint the city manager. Five members of the board are elected via ward. Two members are elected at large, one of which is the mayor position.

Colleges and universities

 * Henderson State University is a public liberal arts, undergraduate institution that is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges. The university was founded as Arkadelphia Methodist College in 1890, and was renamed Henderson-Brown College before it became a public institution in 1929. Its current name was adopted in 1975. In 2021, Henderson State University joined the Arkansas State University System.
 * Ouachita Baptist University is a private, liberal arts, undergraduate institution that is affiliated with the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. The university was founded as Ouachita Baptist College in 1886, and its current designation was established in 1965.

Public schools
Arkadelphia School District operates four public schools:
 * Louisa E. Perritt Primary School
 * Peake Elementary School
 * Goza Middle School
 * Arkadelphia High School

For the 2011–2012 school year, there were approximately 2,125 students enrolled. In September 2015, voters in the Arkadelphia School District passed a millage increase earmarked for new elementary and middle schools. Nikki Thomas is District Superintendent.

Private schools

 * Clark County Christian Academy. K4 through 12th grade.

Historic schools

 * Arkansas Institute for the Blind was located in Arkadelphia from 1859–1868.

Healthcare
Major medical services in Arkadelphia are provided by:
 * Baptist Health Medical Center-Arkadelphia – a Hospital which provides a wide variety of services, including the 'Arkadelphia Medical Clinic', and a Women's Health Clinic.
 * CHI St. Vincent Heart Clinic Arkansas – provider of specialized Cardiology services.
 * The Surgical Clinic of Central Arkansas – a comprehensive General Surgery provider.
 * Baptist Health Orthopaedic Clinic – General, sports, and joint replacement.

Major highways

 * [[Image:I-30 (AR).svg|20px]] Interstate 30
 * [[Image:US 67.svg|20px]] U.S. Highway 67
 * [[Image:Arkansas 7.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 7
 * [[Image:Arkansas 8.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 8
 * [[Image:Arkansas 51.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 51
 * [[Image:Arkansas 874.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 874

Arkadelphia is intersected by Interstate 30, a primary east-west Interstate highway running northeast 68 mi to Little Rock, 77 mi southwest to Texarkana, and 254 mi southwest to Dallas. US Route 67 runs parallel to I-30 and connects Arkadelphia to Malvern 25 mi to the northeast and Gurdon 15 mi to the southwest. Highway 8 and Arkansas Highway 51 serve as primary east-west arterials for Arkadelphia. Arkansas Highway 7 provides a primary north-south route and has been designated as an Arkansas Scenic Byway. Arkansas Highway 874 is a system of state highways that serve Henderson State University.

Rail
Passenger rail service is provided by Amtrak's Texas Eagle, which stops at Arkadelphia station. Trains run daily between Chicago and San Antonio. Connecting service between San Antonio and Los Angeles is available three times a week via the Sunset Limited.

Freight service in Arkadelphia is provided by Arkansas Midland Railroad and the Union Pacific Railroad.

Aviation

Dexter B. Florence Memorial Field (KADF) in southeastern Arkadelphia can serve small business jets as well as single and double-engine aircraft. Henderson State University offers a four-year bachelor of science degree in aviation and is responsible for the airport's fixed-base operation.

Public transportation
Within the city, bus service is provided by South Central Arkansas Transit. (SCAT)

Utilities
Water and sewer utilities are provided by Arkadelphia's municipal water & wastewater system. The city's electric system is maintained by South Central Arkansas Electric Cooperative, Inc., and natural gas is provided by CenterPoint Energy.

Notable people

 * Henry G. Bennett, longest-serving president of Oklahoma State University
 * Harley Bozeman, Arkadelphia native, politician, and confidant of Huey and Earl Long
 * Trent Bryant, cornerback for NFL's Washington Redskins and Kansas City Chiefs, and CFL's Saskatchewan Roughriders
 * V. L. Cox, nationally known artist, grew up in Arkadelphia.
 * Chad Griffin, youngest member of the White House Clinton staff at 19; grew up in Arkadelphia
 * Cliff Harris, safety for the Dallas Cowboys, two-time Super Bowl champion; attended college in Arkadelphia
 * Cecil Ivory (1921-1961), Presbyterian minister and civil rights leader born in Arkadelphia
 * Percy Malone, Arkansas politician and pharmacist
 * W. Francis McBeth, first Composer Laureate of Arkansas
 * Beth Moore, evangelist and Bible teacher; founder of Living Proof Ministries
 * Terry Nelson, tight end for Los Angeles Rams in Super Bowl XIV; born in Arkadelphia
 * Bo Nix, Quarterback for the Denver Broncos, born in Akadelphia
 * Tommy Patterson, NBA player for Washington Bullets; attended college in Arkadelphia.
 * Jim Ranchino (1936–1978), political scientist, consultant and pollster
 * Bob C. Riley (1924–1994), former governor of Arkansas
 * Nick Tennyson, two-term mayor of Durham, North Carolina from 1997–2001
 * Kevin Williams (b. 1980), defensive tackle for NFL's Minnesota Vikings, Seattle Seahawks and New Orleans Saints; born in Arkadelphia
 * Winston P. Wilson (1911-1996), United States Air Force Major General and Chief of the National Guard Bureau

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Caddo Valley, Arkansas

Caddo Valley is a town in Clark County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 635 at the 2010 census.

Geography
Caddo Valley is located in northeastern Clark County on the north side of the Caddo River 2 mi west of its mouth at the Ouachita River. The town is 4 mi north of Arkadelphia, the county seat.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Caddo Valley has a total area of 7.6 sqkm, of which 0.03 sqkm, or 0.45%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 563 people, 242 households, and 150 families residing in the town. The population density was 73.7 /km2. There were 274 housing units at an average density of 35.9 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 86.86% White, 9.59% Black or African American, 0.36% Native American, 1.07% from other races, and 2.13% from two or more races. 1.07% of the population were Hispanic or Latino.

There were 242 households, out of which 31.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.3% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.0% were non-families. 30.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.93.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.6% under the age of 18, 16.7% from 18 to 24, 27.9% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 9.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.6 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $28,750, and the median income for a family was $35,417. Males had a median income of $25,000 compared to $18,875 for females. The per capita income for the town was $13,083. About 10.2% of families and 16.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.4% of those under age 18 and 23.4% of those age 65 or over.

Highways
Caddo Valley, incorporated in 1974, is a major highway intersection. The town is 4 mi north of Arkadelphia by U.S. Route 67, which also leads northeast 21 mi to Malvern. Caddo Valley is served by Exit 78 of Interstate 30, which leads 64 mi northeast to Little Rock and 79 mi southwest to Texarkana. Arkansas Highway 7 leads north from Caddo Valley 30 mi to Hot Springs and Hot Springs National Park.

DeGray Dam is 3 mi north, and DeGray Lake Resort State Park is 5 mi north. The town sometimes is billed as "The Gateway to DeGray Lake".

Education
It is within the Arkadelphia School District, which operates Arkadelphia High School.

Government
Caddo Valley passed a 1-percent sales tax in 1981 to fund its fire and police departments. It is governed by a mayor and town council.

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Gum Springs, Arkansas

Gum Springs is a town in Clark County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 120 at the 2010 census, down from 194 in 2000.

Geography
Gum Springs is located northeast of the center of Clark County. U.S. Route 67 passes through the town, leading northeast 5 mi to Arkadelphia, the county seat, and southwest 10 mi to Gurdon. Interstate 30 passes northwest of the town, with access from Exit 69.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Gum Springs has a total area of 1.04 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 194 people, 87 households, and 54 families residing in the town. The population density was 187.3 /km2. There were 100 housing units at an average density of 96.5 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 44.85% White and 55.15% Black or African American. 4.64% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 87 households, out of which 21.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.8% were married couples living together, 16.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.8% were non-families. 29.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.23 and the average family size was 2.69.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 19.1% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 27.3% from 45 to 64, and 18.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 110.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.3 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $31,000, and the median income for a family was $34,167. Males had a median income of $19,375 versus $16,875 for females. The per capita income for the town was $13,404. About 14.3% of families and 17.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.3% of those under the age of eighteen and 29.1% of those 65 or over.

Education
It is within the Arkadelphia School District, which operates Arkadelphia High School.

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Gurdon, Arkansas

Gurdon is a city in Clark County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 2,212 at the 2010 census.

History

The town was founded in the late 19th century as a railroad town for the timber industry on the St. Louis, Iron Mountain and Southern Railway (now the Union Pacific Railroad). Originally settled in 1873, the city was incorporated in 1880. The town's name derives from railroad executive Henry Gurdon Marquand's middle name.

Gurdon is the birthplace of the Concatenated Order of Hoo-Hoo, in 1892.

Geography
Gurdon is located in southern Clark County. U.S. Route 67 passes through the city, leading northeast 15 mi to Arkadelphia, the county seat, and southwest 16 mi to Prescott.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.6 km2, of which 6.4 km2 is land and 0.2 km2, or 2.88%, is water.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,840 people, 1,016 households, and 695 families residing in the city.

2010 census
As of the 2010 United States Census, there were 2,212 people living in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 50.1% White, 37.9% Black, 0.1% Native American, 0.1% Asian, <0.1% Pacific Islander, 10.4% from some other race and 1.4% from two or more races. 14.3% were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

2000 census
At the 2000 census, there were 2,276 people, 934 households and 625 families living in the city. The population density was 908.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,077 housing units at an average density of 429.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 60.24% White, 35.76% Black or African American, 0.13% Native American, 0.04% Asian, 0.04% Pacific Islander, 3.12% from other races, and 0.66% from two or more races. 4.35% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 934 households, of which 32.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.9% were married couples living together, 18.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.0% were non-families. 30.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.44 and the average family size was 3.01.

27.9% of the population were under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 26.6% from 25 to 44, 20.2% from 45 to 64, and 15.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.0 males.

The median household income was $26,446, and the median family income was $33,564. Males had a median income of $25,479 versus $18,158 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,043 About 14.1% of families and 19.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.1% of those under age 18 and 16.8% of those age 65 or over.

Public education
Elementary and secondary education is provided by the Gurdon School District, which leads students to graduate from Gurdon High School. The school's mascot is the Go-Devil with purple and gold as the school colors.

Public libraries
Gurdon is supported by the Cabe Public Library, which is a branch library of the Clark County Library System.

Gurdon Light
The town is especially known for the "Gurdon Light", a series of unexplained phenomena which occur in a wooded area by railroad tracks. Viewers have reported a light or lights hovering in mid-air. Local folk legend explains the light appearances as a deceased railwayman's lantern. Scientific work on the origin of the lights has proven inconclusive. The light has been featured on local media and on the TV show Unsolved Mysteries.

Notable people

 * Daniel Davis, actor, grew up in Gurdon.
 * Tav Falco, a musical performer and actor was raised in Gurdon.
 * Adrienne Nelson, jurist, grew up in Gurdon.
 * Sailor Art Thomas, professional wrestler
 * Jimmy Witherspoon, a blues artist, was born in 1923 in Gurdon
 * Harold L. Walters, composer

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Okolona, Arkansas

Okolona is a town near the western edge of Clark County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 147 at the 2010 census.

The Battle of Elkin's Ferry of the Civil War was fought here during April 3–4, 1864, as a part of the Camden Expedition. Union forces, led by Maj. Gen. Fred Steele, sought to ford the Little Missouri River, as the local roads were impassable. The force reached Elkin's Ferry before the Confederate cavalry brigades, led by Brig. Gen. John S. Marmaduke, and the Confederates were defeated.

Okolona has several churches; the Saint Clair Baptist Church, Okolona Baptist Church, Okolona First United Methodist Church, and Center Grove United Methodist Church.

Geography
Okolona is located in western Clark County. Arkansas Highway 51 passes through the community, leading northeast 21 mi to Arkadelphia, the county seat, and south 8 mi to Interstate 30.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 2.0 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 160 people, 70 households, and 45 families residing in the town. The population density was 79.2/km$2$ (204.8/mi2). There were 86 housing units at an average density of 42.6/km$2$ (110.1/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 68.12% White and 31.88% Black or African American.

There were 70 households, out of which 22.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.1% were married couples living together, 5.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.7% were non-families. 34.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.29 and the average family size was 2.96.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 20.0% under the age of 18, 9.4% from 18 to 24, 24.4% from 25 to 44, 24.4% from 45 to 64, and 21.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $30,833, and the median income for a family was $35,000. Males had a median income of $30,500 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,318. None of the families and 0.6% of the population were living below the poverty line.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary school students is provided by the Gurdon School District with area students graduating from Gurdon High School.

It was served by the Okolona School District until that district was dissolved on July 1, 1987. The Gurdon district was one of several absorbing territory from the former Okolona district.

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Whelen Springs, Arkansas

Whelen Springs is a town in Clark County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 92 at the 2010 census. From 1930 through 1939 the town thrived, being a main hub of operations for the then powerful Ozan Lumber Company.

Geography
Whelen Springs is located in southern Clark County approximately 1 mi north of the Little Missouri River. Arkansas Highway 53 passes through the town, leading north 6 mi to Gurdon and south 10 mi to Bluff City, via Highway 24.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Whelen Springs has a total area of 0.62 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 84 people, 41 households, and 25 families residing in the town. The population density was 141.0/km$2$ (368.6/mi2). There were 47 housing units at an average density of 78.9/km$2$ (206.3/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 94.05% White, 4.76% Black or African American, and 1.19% from two or more races.

There were 41 households, out of which 26.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.1% were married couples living together, 2.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.0% were non-families. 36.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 22.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.05 and the average family size was 2.60.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 14.3% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 31.0% from 25 to 44, 27.4% from 45 to 64, and 17.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 127.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 118.2 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $19,286, and the median income for a family was $19,792. Males had a median income of $24,688 versus $16,500 for females. The per capita income for the town was $10,852. There were 18.5% of families and 13.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including 22.2% of under eighteens and 13.0% of those over 64.

Education
The Gurdon School District, which operates Gurdon High School, serves the community.

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Corning, Arkansas

Corning is a city in Clay County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 3,377 at the 2010 census. It is one of the two county seats of Clay County, along with Piggott.

History
The original settlement was approximately one mile east and was called Hecht City, named for brothers Levi and Solomon Hecht, who operated a lumber mill on Black River. Hecht City moved to the present site of Corning in 1871, when the Cairo and Fulton Railroad surveyed the land for the proposed route. The railroad through the settlement was completed by 1872. On February 5, 1873, the name was changed from Hecht City to Corning, in honor of H. D. Corning, an engineer with the railroad.

The city of Corning experienced a massive period of growth in the early part of the 20th century. In the 1960s and 1970s, it was the site of many industrial manufacturing developments.

Corning was the site of a large explosion on March 9, 1966. The pre-dawn explosion originated in a munitions railcar and resulted in only one minor injury in the small town. The explosion was widely reported throughout the surrounding region.

Two properties in Corning are listed on the National Register of Historic Places: Sheeks House and Oliver House.

Geography
Corning is located in western Clay County 2 mi west of the Black River. U.S. Route 62 passes through the city, leading east 25 mi to Piggott and southwest 26 mi to Pocahontas. U.S. Route 67 leads north from Corning 29 mi to Poplar Bluff, Missouri, and joins US 62 heading southwest out of Corning to Pocahontas.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Corning has a total area of 8.14 km2, of which 8.08 km2 is land and 0.07 km2, or 0.81%, is water.

The topography of Corning is flat, having previously been marshland. Area farmers and builders may attest to this due to the proliferation of gumbo soil, a name given to soil high in clay particulate matter and common in the region.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cold winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Corning has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps. The hottest temperature recorded in Corning was 113 F on August 8–9, 1934 and June 20, 1936, while the coldest temperature recorded was -25 F on February 12, 1899.

On January 22, 1918, Corning set the record for the highest 24-hour snowfall recorded in Arkansas at 25 inches.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 3,227 people, 1,421 households, and 934 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,679 people, 1,553 households, and 1,018 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,150.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,722 housing units at an average density of 538.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.77% White, 0.33% Black or African American, 0.60% Native American, 0.24% Asian, 0.11% from other races, and 0.95% from two or more races. 0.38% of the population was Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 1,553 households, out of which 27.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.6% were married couples living together, 10.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.4% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.32, and the average family size was 2.88.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 8.9% from 18 to 24, 25.9% from 25 to 44, 22.0% from 45 to 64, and 19.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $21,200, and the median income for a family was $29,485. Males had a median income of $22,095 versus $16,383 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,953. About 18.9% of families and 23.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 29.0% of those under age 18 and 29.6% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary students is provided by the Corning School District. Corning High School is a member of the Arkansas Activities Association. Programs include Art, Band, Spanish, Computer Tech, and Family and Consumer Sciences, along with other basic classes provided by public schools in the state. The school district’s mascot is the bobcat.

Corning has always prided itself on its high school sports programs. Currently, the school has boys' football, track, basketball, golf, baseball, and trap shooting. Girls' programs include basketball, softball, track, and golf. The high school football program has enjoyed dominance at times, such as when the team went undefeated in 2007 and made it to the second round of the state playoffs. Also successful, the varsity girls' basketball team played in the state Division 3A playoffs in 2009, 2010, and 2011.

Agriculture
Industry in Corning is dominated by agriculture-related industries, such as farm equipment sales, farm equipment repair, seed processing and sales, and fertilizer and chemicals production. Forestry was a primary industry in the late 1800s and into the early 1900s but gave way to farming of rice, soybeans, hard red winter wheat, corn and other grains.

Notable people

 * Jack Ladyman, Republican member of the Arkansas House of Representatives from Jonesboro; former Corning resident
 * W. Stephen Smith, Northwestern University Professor of Voice; voice teacher and author

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Datto, Arkansas

Datto is a town in Clay County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 100 at the 2010 census.

History
Datto was established as a railroad stop along the Cotton Belt Railroad in 1900. Members of the Day family, namely Isaac and his sons, Charles and Delmer, provided land for the new city. The city requested the name "Dayton," but after this was rejected by the U.S. Postal Service, the name "Datto" was chosen. Datto was incorporated in 1905.

Geography
Datto is located in western Clay County about 2 mi east of the Current River. U.S. Routes 62 and 67 pass through the town concurrently, leading east 8 mi to Corning and southwest 17 mi to Pocahontas.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.7 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 97 people, 44 households, and 31 families residing in the town. The population density was 54.3 /km2. There were 53 housing units at an average density of 29.7 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 100.00% White. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.03% of the population.

There were 44 households, out of which 27.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.1% were married couples living together, 4.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.5% were non-families. 29.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 18.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.71.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 21.6% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 26.8% from 25 to 44, 23.7% from 45 to 64, and 21.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 105.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $28,750, and the median income for a family was $34,375. Males had a median income of $26,250 versus $17,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $12,790. There were no families and 8.0% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 41.2% of those over 64.

Notable people

 * Bill Rice - country music singer-songwriter

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Greenway, Arkansas

Greenway is a city in eastern Clay County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 209 at the 2010 census.

History
In 1876, W.V. Turner, a physician, established a post office known as "Clayville" (sometimes called "Hamburg") in what is now Greenway. The name was changed to "Greenway" when a railroad line (eventually part of the St. Louis Southwestern system) was constructed through the community and a depot was built. The origin of the name "Greenway" is uncertain.

Geography
Greenway is situated at the eastern base of Crowley's Ridge, a few miles west of the Arkansas-Missouri state line. U.S. Route 49 connects Greenway with Piggott to the northeast and Rector to the southwest.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.5 km$2$ (0.2 mi2), all land.

Demographics
At the 2000 census, there were 244 people, 104 households and 66 families residing in the town. The population density was 471.0/km$2$ (1,191.9/mi2). There were 123 housing units at an average density of 237.5/km$2$ (600.8/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 99.18% White, and 0.82% from two or more races.

There were 104 households, of which 25.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.7% were married couples living together, 3.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.6% were non-families. 33.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 3.00.

24.2% of the population were under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 27.5% from 25 to 44, 26.6% from 45 to 64, and 14.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 107.9 males.

The median household income was $25,682 and the median family income was $27,500. Males had a median income of $21,591 versus $12,386 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,533. About 11.1% of families and 16.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.9% of those under the age of eighteen and 15.2% of those 65 or over.

Education
Greenway is served by the Rector School District (formerly the Clay County Central School District). It was served by the Greenway School District until July 1, 1984, when it merged into the Clay County Central school district.

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Knobel, Arkansas

Knobel (/ˈnoʊbəl/) is a city in Clay County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 147 at the 2020 census.

History
Knobel was established in the 1870s as a stop along the St. Louis, Iron Mountain and Southern Railway. A post office with the name “Knobel” was operating in the town by 1874. In 1884, the railroad constructed a large hotel, Knobel House, and a town was platted shortly afterward. Knobel incorporated in 1896. On January 21, 1999, a violent F4 tornado hit areas around the town.

Geography
Knobel is located at 36.31944°N, -90.60167°W (36.319360, -90.601780). The city lies southwest of Corning along Arkansas Highway 90.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.1 km2, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 358 people, 144 households, and 101 families residing in the town. The population density was329.1 /km2. There were 156 housing units at an average density of 143.4 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 97.77% White, 0.56% Black or African American and 1.68% Native American. 2.79% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 144 households, out of which 34.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 56.3% were married couples living together, 8.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.2% were non-families. 26.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.49 and the average family size was 2.95.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.9% under the age of 18, 9.5% from 18 to 24, 29.3% from 25 to 44, 18.7% from 45 to 64, and 14.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 103.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 101.6 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $18,750, and the median income for a family was $32,000. Males had a median income of $21,705 versus $15,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $10,624. About 20.0% of families and 25.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.6% of those under age 18 and 36.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The Corning School District operates public schools. The Knobel School District consolidated into the Corning School District on July 1, 1985.

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McDougal, Arkansas

McDougal is a city in Clay County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 186 at the 2010 census.

History
McDougal was established in 1914 as a stop along a branch line of the Butler County Railroad connecting nearby Piggott with Poplar Bluff, Missouri, and serving the flourishing timber industry in the area. The city was probably named for a railroad worker. A depot and general store were constructed in 1914, and a post office opened in 1916. McDougal incorporated in 1954.

Geography
McDougal lies along U.S. Route 62 west of Piggott and east of Corning, and a few miles south of the Arkansas-Missouri state line.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.0 km$2$ (0.4 mi2), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 186 people, 87 households, and 62 families residing in the town. The population density was 203.5/km$2$ (526.0/mi2). There were 114 housing units at an average density of 119.0/km$2$ (307.5/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 98.97% White, and 1.03% from two or more races.

There were 87 households, out of which 21.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.2% were married couples living together, 6.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.6% were non-families. 24.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.63.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 18.5% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 25.6% from 25 to 44, 29.7% from 45 to 64, and 17.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.6 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $20,250, and the median income for a family was $23,393. Males had a median income of $24,688 versus $18,000 for females. The per capita income for the town was $10,464. About 16.9% of families and 21.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 13.3% of those under the age of eighteen and 23.3% of those 65 or over.

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Nimmons, Arkansas

Nimmons is a town in Clay County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 69 at the 2010 census, down from 100 in 2000.

History
Nimmons was established as a stop along the St. Louis, Kennett and Southeastern Railroad (later part of the St. Louis–San Francisco Railway) in 1901, and was named for a railroad worker. The town was granted its own post office (since closed) in 1903, and several businesses, fueled by the timber industry, operated in the town over the next two decades. The town began to decline after timber resources in the area were exhausted.

Geography
Nimmons is located in eastern Clay County 1 mi west of the St. Francis River, which forms the Arkansas–Missouri state line. Nimmons has a total area of 0.65 sqkm, all land.

Ecologically, Nimmons is located within the St. Francis Lowlands ecoregion within the larger Mississippi Alluvial Plain. The St. Francis Lowlands are a flat region mostly covered with row crop agriculture today, though also containing sand blows and sunken lands remaining from the 1811–12 New Madrid earthquakes. Waterways have mostly been channelized, causing loss of aquatic and riparian wildlife habitat.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 100 people, 44 households, and 23 families residing in the town. The population density was 154.4/km$2$ (396.7/mi2). There were 50 housing units at an average density of 77.2/km$2$ (198.3/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 96.00% White and 4.00% Native American. 3.00% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 44 households, out of which 20.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 43.2% were married couples living together, 9.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 45.5% were non-families. 34.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.27 and the average family size was 3.00.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 18.0% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 28.0% from 45 to 64, and 16.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 95.2 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $28,000, and the median income for a family was $29,792. Males had a median income of $30,625 versus $13,333 for females. The per capita income for the town was $10,725. There were 22.2% of families and 36.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including 22.7% of under eighteens and 85.0% of those over 64.

Education
It is in the Piggott School District.

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Peach Orchard, Arkansas

Peach Orchard is a city in Clay County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 135 at the 2010 census.

History
Peach Orchard is rooted in an estate known as "Petit Baril," established by French explorer Pierre Le Mieux in the early 19th century. Local English-speakers were calling it "Peach Orchard" by the time Le Mieux sold the estate in 1816. A trading post operated at Peach Orchard during the mid-19th century, and was frequently raided by guerrilla forces during the Civil War.

The construction of the St. Louis, Iron Mountain and Southern Railway in the 1870s brought increased development to Peach Orchard, focused primarily on the railroad and the timber industry. A post office opened in 1873, and a depot was constructed. The city incorporated in 1910.

Geography
Peach Orchard is located southwest of Corning along Arkansas Highway 90, between Knobel and Delaplaine.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.0 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 195 people, 78 households, and 56 families residing in the town. The population density was 197.9 PD/sqmi. There were 97 housing units at an average density of 98.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 97.44% White, 2.56% from other races. 2.56% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 78 households, out of which 32.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.7% were married couples living together, 9.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.2% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 25.1% under the age of 18, 6.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 16.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.6 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $30,000, and the median income for a family was $25,750. Males had a median income of $25,833 versus $20,500 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,051. About 24.5% of families and 18.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under the age of eighteen and 42.3% of those 65 or over.

Economy
In 2011 there was no restaurant even though there used to be one such establishment and two grocery stores.

Government and infrastructure
The community has a post office made of brick, operated by the U.S. Postal Service. In 2011 the postal agency considered closing the post office.

Education
Peach Orchard is in an exclave of the Greene County Tech School District of Paragould, surrounded by territory of the Corning School District. Its zoned high school is Greene County Tech High School.

Previously Peach Orchard had its own schools. At some point they consolidated into the Delaplaine School District of Delaplaine. That district operated Delaplaine High School.

In 2004 the Delaplaine school district consolidated into the Greene County Tech school district. In 2006 the Delaplaine schools closed and the students were moved to the Greene County schools.

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Piggott, Arkansas

Piggott is a city in Clay County, Arkansas, United States. It is one of the two county seats of Clay County, along with Corning. It is the northern terminus of the Arkansas segment of the Crowley's Ridge Parkway, a National Scenic Byway. As of the 2010 census, Piggott's population was 3,849. The town was named after James A. Piggott, one of the early settlers and initiator of the local post office.

Geography
Piggott is located in eastern Clay County on the eastern edge of Crowley's Ridge. U.S. Route 62 passes through the city, running west 25 mi to Corning and northeast 45 mi to Interstate 55 at New Madrid, Missouri. The northern terminus of U.S. Route 49 is in Piggott; the highway runs southwest 32 mi to Paragould, and 516 mi to Gulfport, Mississippi.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Piggott has a total area of 13.6 km2, of which 13.5 km2 is land and 0.1 km2, or 1.01%, is water.

The topography of Piggott is mostly flat in the eastern half of the city with the more developed western half lying along Crowley’s Ridge, creating a sensation of coming down from a small mount to the flatland below. This ridge is a naturally occurring phenomenon created over millennia by wind-blown periglacial loess and possibly by seismic activity in the region.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 3,622 people, 1,589 households, and 955 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,894 people, 1,726 households, and 1,101 families residing in the city. The population density was 751.8 PD/sqmi. There were 1,912 housing units at an average density of 369.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.59% White, 0.23% Black or African American, 0.18% Native American, 0.18% from other races, and 0.82% from two or more races. 0.77% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 1,726 households, out of which 27.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.0% were married couples living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.2% were non-families. 33.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 20.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.79.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 22.1% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 23.9% from 25 to 44, 23.3% from 45 to 64, and 23.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.6 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $25,404, and the median income for a family was $35,625. Males had a median income of $25,482 versus $19,405 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,382. About 8.1% of families and 9.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.2% of those under age 18 and 15.9% of those age 65 or over.

Voting districts

 * State Senate District: 20
 * State House District: 56
 * U.S. Congressional District: 1

Education
The Piggott School District is composed of two campuses. Piggott Elementary School is the campus for grades K-6, while Piggott High School is composed of grades 7-12. In recent years, the school has enrolled around 1,000 students per school year. The schools offer several extracurricular activities for students including athletics, band, and various clubs and organizations. The athletic program includes boys' football, tennis, basketball, baseball, golf, and track and field. Girls' sports include basketball, volleyball, tennis, softball, track and field, and golf. Most recently, the school added a skeet shooting team to its list of activities. PHS also opened a new gymnasium during the 2007-2008 athletic season.

Cultural references
Piggott is perhaps best known for its association with American writer and Nobel laureate Ernest Hemingway, whose second wife Pauline Pfeiffer was the daughter of prominent local landowner and businessman Paul Pfeiffer. After meeting and marrying in Paris in the late 1920s, Hemingway and Pauline made frequent and lengthy visits to her parents' home in Piggott, where Ernest Hemingway wrote portions of A Farewell to Arms, and other works. The Pfeiffer House and Carriage House are now preserved as the Hemingway-Pfeiffer Museum and Educational Center, run by Arkansas State University.

The Piggott Post Office is the home of an oil-on-canvas mural "Air Mail" painted in 1941 by Dan Rhodes and funded by the Treasury Section of Fine Arts, a New Deal public art program. The mural was featured on a sheet of U.S. postage stamps, "Post Office Murals," issued on April 10, 2019.

Notable people

 * Frances Greer, opera singer
 * Pauline Pfeiffer, second wife of Ernest Hemingway

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Pollard, Arkansas

Pollard is a city in Clay County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 222 at the 2010 census.

History
Pollard is named for a family of early settlers who operated a general store that became home to the town's post office in 1876. The post office briefly moved to the nearby Tucker plantation and became known as "Advance," but was eventually restored to Pollard. A railroad line was constructed through Pollard in 1914 to serve area timber operations, and a town was platted around the newly constructed depot. Pollard incorporated in 1921.

Geography
Pollard is located at 36.43056°N, -90.26889°W (36.430686, -90.268820). The town is located at the intersection of U.S. Route 62 and Arkansas Highway 139, northwest of Piggott, and a few miles south of the Arkansas-Missouri state line.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.8 km$2$ (0.3 mi2), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 240 people, 96 households, and 72 families residing in the town. The population density was 319.5/km$2$ (819.0/mi2). There were 105 housing units at an average density of 139.8/km$2$ (358.3/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 100.00% White. 1.25% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 96 households, out of which 30.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 60.4% were married couples living together, 13.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.0% were non-families. 20.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 28.3% under the age of 18, 10.4% from 18 to 24, 24.2% from 25 to 44, 20.4% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 89.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $19,375, and the median income for a family was $23,750. Males had a median income of $21,136 versus $13,750 for females. The per capita income for the town was $10,220. About 14.3% of families and 16.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.3% of those under the age of eighteen and 32.5% of those 65 or over.

Pollard Picnic
The Pollard Picnic is held annually on the second Saturday in July. The picnic includes various events, such as beauty contests, gospel and country singing, Bingo, a ring toss, a men's softball tournament, swings for children, a bubble gum blowing contest, and awards for oldest male, female, and visitor traveling furthest. A benefit auction is also held during the day in which items donated from various businesses and individuals in the community are bid upon. Cash prizes and a handmade quilt made by ladies in the community are raffled at the end of the day's events. All proceeds from the Pollard Picnic go toward the upkeep of the New Hope Cemetery.

Education
It is in the Piggott School District.

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Rector, Arkansas

Rector is a city in southeastern Clay County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 1,977 at the 2010 census.

History
Rector is named after Governor Henry Massey Rector (1816–1899).

In 1881 the Texas and St. Louis Railroad laid out the town of Rector about 2 mi to the south of an existing settlement named Scatterville, and the population of Scatterville gradually migrated to the new town.

Geography
Rector is located in southern Clay County along the southeastern edge of Crowley's Ridge. U.S. Route 49 passes through the city, leading northeast 13 mi to Piggott and southwest 7 mi to Marmaduke. In the southern part of the city, Arkansas Highway 90 (Main Street) intersects US 49.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Rector has a total area of 3.5 km2, all land.

Though a small portion of the town and surrounding area lies along Crowley’s Ridge, the majority of the town and surrounding land is flat and well-suited to farming.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,862 people, 805 households, and 460 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, the racial makeup of the city was 98.26% White, 0.55% Native American, 0.20% Asian, and 0.99% from two or more races. 0.89% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were households, out of which 25.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.6% were married couples living together, 10.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.6% were non-families. 35.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 24.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.20 and the average family size was 2.83.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.7% under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 22.7% from 25 to 44, 23.8% from 45 to 64, and 24.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $21,051, and the median income for a family was $29,330. Males had a median income of $27,650 versus $19,293 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,931. About 17.9% of families and 23.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.3% of those under age 18 and 31.6% of those age 65 or over.

Annual cultural events
The Rector Labor Day Picnic features a rodeo, a parade, beauty pageants, and is a popular political campaign stop.

Education
Public education is primarily provided by the Rector School District, which leads to graduation from Rector High School. The Rector School District was known as Clay County Central School District from 1985 until 2000. The current school district mascot is the cougar.

Notable people

 * Dale Alford, member of the United States House of Representatives
 * Jerry Bookout, Arkansas politician
 * Bill Carter, entertainment, law, Gaither Homecoming Videos
 * Maurice Copeland, actor
 * Edwin A. Doss, colonel for the United States Air Force
 * Skeets McDonald, Rockabilly artist, famous for the song "Don't Let the Stars Get in Your Eyes"

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St. Francis, Arkansas

St. Francis is a city in northeastern Clay County, Arkansas, United States, along the St. Francis River. The population was 250 at the 2010 census.

History
The St. Francis area was settled in the 1840s, with the early residents forming the Chalk Bluff community just northwest of the present city. The Battle of Chalk Bluff was fought here in May 1863, during the Civil War. In 1882, the St. Louis Southwestern Railway ("Cotton Belt") was constructed through the area, and the Chalk Bluff community gradually shifted southeastward to a location along the railroad tracks. This new community was named "St. Francis" after the adjacent river (the river itself was named after Francis of Assisi).

Geography
St. Francis is located near the northeastern corner of Clay County. It is bordered on the east by the St. Francis River, which forms the Arkansas–Missouri state line. U.S. Route 62 passes through the community, leading south and west 7 mi to Piggott, and northeast 4 mi to Campbell, Missouri.

According to the United States Census Bureau, St. Francis has a total area of 0.95 km2, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 250 people, 103 households, and 70 families residing in the city. The population density was 837.1 PD/sqmi. There were 125 housing units at an average density of 418.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.80% White, 1.20% Native American, and 2.00% from two or more races. 0.40% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 103 households, out of which 34.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.3% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.1% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.6% under the age of 18, 12.0% from 18 to 24, 28.0% from 25 to 44, 21.6% from 45 to 64, and 12.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,278, and the median income for a family was $33,250. Males had a median income of $19,205 versus $13,563 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,198. About 16.9% of families and 20.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.0% of those under the age of eighteen and 38.2% of those 65 or over.

Education
It is in the Piggott School District.

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Success, Arkansas

Success is a town in Clay County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 149 at the 2010 census.

The origin of the name "Success" is obscure.

History
Success was established during the railroad and timber boom that came to northeastern Arkansas during the late 19th century. The community received a post office with the name “Success” in 1895, and incorporated in 1903.

Geography
Success is located in northwestern Clay County just east of the Little Black River, a tributary of the Current River. The town lies at the intersection of Arkansas Highway 211 and Arkansas Highway 328, northwest of Corning, and 2.7 miles south of the Arkansas-Missouri state line.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.56 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 180 people, 71 households, and 49 families residing in the town. The population density was 315.9/km$2$ (824.1/mi2). There were 85 housing units at an average density of 149.2/km$2$ (389.2/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 98.33% White, 1.11% Native American, and 0.56% from two or more races. 1.11% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 71 households, out of which 33.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.1% were married couples living together, 14.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.6% were non-families. 28.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 29.4% under the age of 18, 6.1% from 18 to 24, 26.1% from 25 to 44, 19.4% from 45 to 64, and 18.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.4 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $25,625, and the median income for a family was $30,469. Males had a median income of $19,250 versus $15,938 for females. The per capita income for the town was $30,955. About 19.3% of families and 19.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.0% of those under the age of 18 and 22.5% of those 65 or over.

Notable person

 * Joe Jett, state representative for District 56, resides in Success.

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Concord, Arkansas

Concord is a town in Cleburne County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 244 at the 2010 census.

Geography
Concord is located near the northeast corner of Cleburne County. Arkansas Highway 25 passes through the town, leading southwest 22 mi to Heber Springs, the county seat, and northeast 18 mi to Batesville.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town of Concord has a total area of 7.3 sqkm, of which 0.01 sqkm, or 0.14%, is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 255 people, 106 households, and 78 families residing in the town. The population density was 34.8 /km2. There were 119 housing units at an average density of 16.2 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 98.82% White, 0.78% Native American, and 0.39% from two or more races. 1.96% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 106 households, out of which 30.2% had children from family members under the age of 18 living with them, 62.3% were living together, 9.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.4% were non-families. 24.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.41 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.1% under the age of 18, 5.5% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 27.8% from 45 to 64, and 18.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.2 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $29,844, and the median income for a family was $35,625. Males had a median income of $27,708 versus $8,906 for females. The per capita income for the town was $13,283.13. About 9.3% of families and 13.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 15.6% of those under the age of 18 and 12.8% of those 65 or over. 78% of the population receive TANF.

Education
Public education of early childhood, elementary and secondary school students is primarily provided by the Concord School District, which leads to graduation from Concord High School. The school mascot is the Pirate with purple and gold serving as the school colors.

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Fairfield Bay, Arkansas

Fairfield Bay is a city in Cleburne and Van Buren counties in the northern part of the U.S. state of Arkansas. The population was 2,108 at the 2020 census. The population in its portion in Van Buren County, which accounts for the bulk of the city limits, made the city the most populous in Van Buren County as of the 2000 census, but with a slight decline in population, lost the distinction to Clinton as of 2010.

Fairfield Bay, located on the shore of Greers Ferry Lake, is home to Fairfield Bay Resort, the namesake of Wyndham Worldwide-owned Fairfield Resorts.

Geography
Fairfield Bay is located in eastern Van Buren County at 35.60203°N, -92.26416°W, extending eastward into Cleburne County. It is located on hills overlooking the northern shore of Greers Ferry Lake, a reservoir on the Little Red River, a tributary of the White River which flows to the Mississippi.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 39.7 km2, of which 39.5 km2 is land and 0.1 sqkm, or 0.36%, is water.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 2,108 people, 1,186 households, and 626 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,460 people, 1,231 households, and 833 families residing in the city. The population density was 162.1 PD/sqmi. There were 1,976 housing units at an average density of 130.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.41% White, 0.53% Black or African American, 0.16% Native American, 0.24% Asian, and 0.65% from two or more races. 0.53% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 1,231 households, out of which 8.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 62.0% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.3% were non-families. 29.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 21.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.91 and the average family size was 2.29.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 9.3% under the age of 18, 2.6% from 18 to 24, 10.2% from 25 to 44, 25.3% from 45 to 64, and 52.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 66 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,089, and the median income for a family was $42,419. Males had a median income of $30,337 versus $21,625 for females. The per capita income for the city was $24,900. About 4.8% of families and 7.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.1% of those under age 18 and 3.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary students is provided by the Shirley School District in Van Buren County and by the West Side School District for Cleburne County.

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Greers Ferry, Arkansas

Greers Ferry is a city in Cleburne County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 891 at the 2010 census. It was founded in 1968.

Geography
Greers Ferry is located in western Cleburne County at 35.57556°N, -92.16417°W (35.575588, -92.164042). It is situated on the east side of Greers Ferry Lake, overlooking The Narrows portion of the lake. Arkansas Highways 16 and 92 cross The Narrows, connecting the city of Greers Ferry with Higden on the west side of the lake. Highway 16, heading north, crosses the northern arm of the lake via the Edgemont Bridge, leading to Fairfield Bay.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Greers Ferry has a total area of 18.7 km2, of which 0.03 km2, or 0.14%, is water.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 821 people, 451 households, and 330 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 930 people, 398 households, and 300 families residing in the city. The population density was 130.5 PD/sqmi. There were 664 housing units at an average density of 93.1 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.31% White, 0.11% Black or African American, 0.11% Native American, 0.22% Asian, 0.22% from other races, and 2.04% from two or more races. 1.18% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 398 households, out of which 24.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.3% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.4% were non-families. 21.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.34 and the average family size was 2.65.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.3% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 21.3% from 25 to 44, 26.6% from 45 to 64, and 26.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 48 years. For every 100 females, there were 99.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 96.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $30,238, and the median income for a family was $32,344. Males had a median income of $24,200 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,496. About 12.0% of families and 16.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.4% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Greers Ferry is home to the West Side School District, West Side Elementary School and West Side High School. The district encompasses more than 147.81 mi2 of land that includes all or portions of the following communities in Cleburne and Van Buren counties: Edgemont, Greers Ferry, Higden and Prim.

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Heber Springs, Arkansas

Heber Springs is a city in and the county seat of Cleburne County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 7,165 at the 2010 census.

Geography
Heber Springs is located near the center of Cleburne County. Arkansas Highway 5 bypasses the center of the city to the east, leading north 40 mi to Mountain View and south 62 mi to Little Rock (via U.S. Route 67). Searcy is 28 mi to the southeast via Highway 16.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 21.7 km2, all land. The city was named for a series of natural springs that are located on the east side of town on Main Street. Greers Ferry Lake and the Little Red River are located just north of the city, where rainbow trout are stocked in the Little Red and can be fished below the Greers Ferry Dam. The lake is a major tourism draw for swimming, boating, and personal watercraft, complemented by the Little Red River and Sugarloaf Mountain along the eastern portion of the city.

Climate
The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Heber Springs has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 6,969 people, 2,868 households, and 1,890 families residing in the city.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 7,165 people, 2,793 households, and 1,851 families residing in the city. The population density was 923.7 PD/sqmi. There were 3,159 housing units at an average density of 453.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.90% White, 0.23% Black or African American, 0.44% Native American, 0.39% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.22% from other races, and 0.79% from two or more races. 1.80% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 2,793 households, out of which 26.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.7% were married couples living together, 12.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.7% were non-families. 30.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21, and the average family size was 2.72.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.5% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 23.4% from 25 to 44, 23.1% from 45 to 64, and 25.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $29,599, and the median income for a family was $37,228. Males had a median income of $30,772 versus $19,720 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,656. About 8.6% of families and 13.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.6% of those under age 18 and 12.8% of those age 65 or over.

History
Initially named Sugar Loaf, Heber Springs was founded by Max Frauenthal. In 1881, Frauenthal bought land in Van Buren County from John T. Jones. He founded the Sugar Loaf Springs Company and plotted a town site which was incorporated as "Sugar Loaf" on October 4, 1882. In 1883, Frauenthal donated land for the courthouse square, built a frame courthouse to be used by the soon-to-be-created Cleburne County, and donated the land for Spring Park, thus securing the county seat for the new town. Frauenthal chose the name Cleburne County to honor Confederate General Patrick Cleburne, who was killed in the Battle of Franklin in 1864. In 1910, Sugar Loaf's name was changed to Heber Springs in order to avoid confusion with another town with a post office named Sugar Loaf. Frauenthal chose the new name to honor John T. Jones's son, Dr. Heber Jones, who was a prominent physician in Memphis, Tennessee, where Frauenthal had since moved.

The 200–300 feet long Swinging Bridge over the Little Red River was erected in 1912, closed for vehicles 1972 and kept for pedestrians in a recreational area and placed in National Register of Historic Places in 1985. On 28 October 1989 30 to 50 young pedestrians rocked the span back and forth until the upstream steel cable of the suspension bridge broke. The span flipped, the other cable broke and the bridge collapsed and fell 30 feet deep into the river. At least 5 people died, 18 were hurt.

Greers Ferry Dam
Located on the Little Red River, the dam was dedicated in October 1963 by President John F. Kennedy just one month before his assassination. This event marks the only time a sitting president has visited Cleburne County.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary students is provided by:

 * Heber Springs School District, the school district covering the city limits, with students graduating from Heber Springs High School.

Notable people

 * Brandon Bell (recording engineer), Grammy Award winning record engineer, mix engineer and producer
 * Everett G. Burkhalter, represented the 27th District of California in the U.S. House of Representatives
 * Paul Caraway, High Commissioner of the U.S. Civil Administration of the Ryukyu Islands
 * Mike Disfarmer, photographer
 * Max Frauenthal, Civil War hero and founding father of Heber Springs
 * Laurell K. Hamilton, author of the "Anita Blake: Vampire Hunter" series and "Meredith Gentry" series
 * Johnnie Bryan Hunt, founder of J.B. Hunt Transport Services
 * Johnelle Hunt, co-founder of J.B. Hunt Transport Services
 * Tommy Land, Arkansas Commissioner of State Lands
 * Mindy McCready, country music singer (Committed suicide in Heber Springs)
 * Josh Miller, Republican member of the Arkansas House of Representatives from District 66, including Heber Springs
 * Colin O'More, concert singer, educator, and broadcasting executive
 * Almeda Riddle, folk singer
 * Fred Williams, NFL football player

Points of interest
The Clarence Frauenthal House, built in 1914, is home of the Cleburne County Historical Society.

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Higden, Arkansas

Higden is a town in Cleburne County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 120 at the 2010 census. Scott Barker is the current Mayor of Higden

Geography
Higden is located in western Cleburne County on the south and west shores of Greers Ferry Lake, a reservoir on the Little Red River. Arkansas Highways 16 and 92 run along the southern edge of the town and cross the lake at The Narrows, connecting Higden to Greers Ferry on the east shore.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Higden has a total area of 1.2 sqkm, all land.

Before Greers Ferry Lake was built, Higden moved to a hill. Some area residents claim that some homes and buildings are still underwater today in the lake.

Demographics
At the 2000 census, there were 101 people, 52 households and 34 families residing in the town. The population density was 86.7/km$2$ (225.7/mi2). There were 141 housing units at an average density of 121.0/km$2$ (315.1/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 94.06% White, 2.97% Native American, 0.99% from other races, and 1.98% from two or more races. 4.95% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 52 households, of which 15.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.5% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.7% were non-families. 30.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.94 and the average family size was 2.37.

11.9% of the population were under the age of 18, 3.0% from 18 to 24, 15.8% from 25 to 44, 36.6% from 45 to 64, and 32.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 54 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.5 males.

The median household income was $41,875 and the median family income was $48,750. Males had a median income of $31,250 and females $23,750. The per capita income was $22,133. There were 14.3% of families and 19.6% of the population living below the poverty line, including 36.8% of under eighteens and none of those over 64.

Education
Public education for Higden students is supported by the West Side School District in its elementary school and West Side High School. The district encompasses more than 147.81 mi2 of land that includes all or portions of Cleburne County and Van Buren County communities, including Higden, Prim, Edgemont, Fairfield Bay and Greers Ferry.

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Quitman, Arkansas

Quitman is a city in Cleburne and Faulkner counties in the U.S. state of Arkansas. Its population was 762 at the 2010 census. The portion of the city in Faulkner County is part of the Central Arkansas region.

Geography
Quitman is located in southwestern Cleburne County and extends southwest along Arkansas Highway 25 into Faulkner County. Highway 25 leads 15 mi northeast to Heber Springs, the Cleburne County seat, and southwest 14 mi to U.S. Route 65 north of Greenbrier.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Quitman has a total area of 5.1 km2, all land.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 694 people, 311 households, and 218 families residing in the city.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 714 people in 316 households, including 204 families, in the city. The population density was 378.2 PD/sqmi. There were 358 housing units at an average density of 189.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 98.88% White, 1.04% Native American, 0.14% Asian, and 0.84% from two or more races. 0.42% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. Of the 316 households 31.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.6% were married couples living together, 9.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.4% were non-families. 32.6% of households were one person and 20.6% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.26 and the average family size was 2.84.

The age distribution was 25.6% under the age of 18, 8.3% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 17.9% from 45 to 64, and 21.8% 65 or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.6 males.

The median household income was $24,375 and the median family income was $31,964. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $18,047 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,537. About 11.8% of families and 14.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.2% of those under age 18 and 23.2% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education of elementary and secondary school students is available from Quitman School District leading to graduation from Quitman High School.

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Kingsland, Arkansas

Kingsland, officially the City of Kingsland, is a small city in Cleveland County, south central Arkansas, United States. It is included in the Pine Bluff, Arkansas Metropolitan Statistical Area, and had a population of 447 at the 2010 U.S. census. It is known as the birthplace of musician Johnny Cash. His parents had a cotton farm there.

History
In 1890 a two-story building was adapted for Kingsland's first public school. A new school was built in 1940 during the Great Depression as part of the Works Progress Administration (WPA) projects initiated by the President Franklin D. Roosevelt administration.

Country singer Johnny Cash was born in Kingsland in 1932 during the Great Depression to parents who were poor cotton farmers. The family moved when he was three. Cash returned to the town in March 1994, for the dedication of the new post office named in his honor.

In May 2003, the 63-year-old main building at the Kingsland School was destroyed by fire. Damages were estimated to be over $2.1 million. The building's old pine, along with the varnish on the floors, oil on the wood inside, and a gas heating system all contributed to the fierce blaze. Later, the fire was found to have resulted from arson. Two suspects, including a firefighter, were subsequently arrested.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.1 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 447 people, 177 households, and 121 families residing in the town. The population density was 401.4 PD/sqmi. There were 211 housing units at an average density of 188.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 63.98% White, 32.89% Black or African American, 0.22% Native American, 0.45% Asian, and 2.46% from two or more races. None of the population was Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 219 households, out of which 29.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.7% were married couples living together, 13.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.6% were non-families. 31.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.54 and the average family size was 3.20.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.96% under the age of 18, 5.82% from 20 to 24, 29.3% from 25 to 49, 20.81% from 50 to 64, and 13.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. There were 228 females and 219 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $20,536, and the median income for a family was $28,958. Males had a median income of $26,667 versus $16,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $9,500. About 28.0% of families and 33.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 42.9% of those under age 18 and 26.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary school students is provided by the Cleveland County School District, which includes students attending Kingsland Elementary School prior to graduating from Rison High School. The district was established by the July 1, 2004, consolidation of the Kingsland School District and the Rison School District. Kingsland High School closed in 2004.

In popular culture
The film Come Morning (2011) featured Kingsland as its setting. Except for one scene filmed in New Edinburg, Arkansas, the rest of the film was shot entirely in Kingsland.

Notable people

 * Cory Carr, Israeli basketball player
 * Johnny Cash, country singer-songwriter, actor and author

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Rison, Arkansas

Rison, officially the City of Rison, is a city in and the county seat of Cleveland County, Arkansas, United States. Its population was 1,344 at the 2010 U.S. census. It is included in the Pine Bluff, Arkansas Metropolitan Statistical Area. Rison is a bedroom community for people who work in Pine Bluff (in neighboring Jefferson County). The largest employers are the city and county governments, the Cleveland County School District, the Cleveland County Nursing Home. There are two banks, eight churches, and about forty-five businesses within the city limits. Among the local properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places are the Rison Cities Service Station and the Rison Texaco Service Station.

History
The Texas and St. Louis Railroad gave rise to Rison. The county seat of Dorsey County (present day Cleveland County) was originally Toledo. When the railroad was routed through the county in 1882, Rison did not exist. Samuel Fordyce of Huntsville, Alabama, a former Union army officer, was authorized to determine the route of the railroad from Texarkana to Birds Point, Missouri. According to unsubstantiated legend, when the leading citizens of Toledo snubbed his plans to route the railroad through that community, Fordyce planned a route three miles north and built a station through land that would later become Rison.

Fordyce named the new station for William Rison, his former business partner in a banking venture in Alabama, who had fought on the opposite side of the Civil War. The first home erected in the community the small settlement that grew up around the new station was built in 1880 by lawyer and farmer James McMurtrey. In 1883, the Southwest Improvement Association, a subsidiary of the railroad company, presented a parcel of land for use by the inhabitants of the area that became Rison. The settlement was incorporated on August 26, 1890, with J. T. Renfrow as mayor. The name of the county was changed from Dorsey to Cleveland in 1885; the popularity of U.S. Senator Stephen Dorsey had waned, and President Grover Cleveland's name was substituted. The Arkansas Supreme Court relocated the county seat from Toledo to Rison in 1891 after a spirited battle among the leading contenders, Toledo, Kingsland, and Rison.

The railroad remained Rison's point of reference for decades. “Rison on the Cotton Belt” was the affectionate way residents referred to their community. The commercial value of the railroad was felt from the beginning. The economy depended on the production of cotton, lumber, and, ultimately, a wide variety of wood products, including pulpwood, piling, pallets, broom handle squares, ammunition boxes, and Army pup tent poles.

The financial make-up of the community was divided for several decades into owners and sharecroppers. The emergence of the timber-related wood products business ultimately skewed that economic picture, with the corresponding rise of the merchant entrepreneurs also affecting it somewhat. Nevertheless, family fortunes were built on the owner/sharecropper system, and they influenced the financial and social structure of the town. Sharecropping was the prevailing structure of the primary business enterprise in the county until the land became depleted by failure to rotate crops adequately.

The Cleveland County Courthouse was built in 1911 after two contested elections. Two years later, the Phoenix Hotel was built and served as a popular gathering spot for the local community.

Three cotton gins operated in and around Rison. The largest and most efficient gin was owned by Ira E. Moore. That gin was built in 1933 to replace one owned by Moore that was built in 1926 and burned in 1933. The more modern and efficient all-electric gin built in 1933 was the first of its kind in the area.

Residents of Rison owned and operated a dozen or more sawmills. The largest lumber mills were the J. I. Porter Lumber Company and the Clio Lumber Company. The Clio mill was built in 1887 five miles north of Rison. According to a 1909 issue of Lumberman's Magazine, the Clio mill owned several thousand acres of timberland and had 432 employees in the sawmill, 130 on the woods crew, and eighty operating the tramlines that transported the logs to the mill. Other mills that added significantly to the economy were the J. L. Sadler Lumber Company, the C. L. Garner & Sons Lumber Company, and the Elrod Lumber Company. In the 1950s, Elrod employed about one-third of Rison's population, more than 300.

During World War II, many Rison residents secured war-related jobs in nearby towns. These included the Pine Bluff Arsenal (Jefferson County) and the Naval Ammunition Depot at Camden (Ouachita County). Others went to California to work in the shipbuilding industry. The Rison high school's football program was suspended until the end of the war due to a lack of players and coaches, as well as financial constraints. One of Rison's citizens, Airman Roy Martin, was shot down over occupied France and classified as missing in action. The French underground secured his freedom by hiding him in attics, barns, and other places not known to the German occupying forces. When the news of Martin's survival reached Rison, a wild celebration broke out in streets and homes.

Geography
Rison is located in north-central Cleveland County. U.S. Route 79 passes through the western side of the city, leading northeast 25 mi to Pine Bluff and southwest 17 mi to Fordyce.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.8 km2, all land.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 967 people, 498 households, and 297 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,271 people, 471 households, and 324 families residing in the city. The population density was 475.1 PD/sqmi. There were 532 housing units at an average density of 198.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 62.23% White, 33.36% Black or African American, 0.31% Native American, 0.24% Asian, 1.73% from other races, and 2.12% from two or more races. 2.20% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 471 households, out of which 36.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 45.0% were married couples living together, 19.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.2% were non-families. 30.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.55 and the average family size was 3.16.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.3% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 25.3% from 25 to 44, 19.6% from 45 to 64, and 19.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 79.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 75.2 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $20,865, and the median income for a family was $30,833. Males had a median income of $26,500 versus $18,229 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,106. About 25.6% of families and 32.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 46.0% of those under age 18 and 30.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for early childhood, elementary and secondary school students in the city limits of Rison is provided by the Cleveland County School District, which is headquartered in Rison. Students graduate from Rison High School. The district was established by the July 1, 2004, consolidation of the Rison School District and the Kingsland School District.

Notable people

 * Jeremy James, singer/songwriter originally from Rison
 * Tyrell Johnson, NFL player for the Minnesota Vikings
 * Jerry Taylor, Arkansas legislator and businessman
 * Buddy Turner, Arkansas legislator
 * Ed Wilson, Arkansas Entertainers Hall of Fame

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Emerson, Arkansas

Emerson is a town in Columbia County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 368 at the 2010 census.

Eponym
Emerson derives its name from Reuben Logan Emerson, an early settler of Columbia County, who was a teacher, merchant, banker, owner of the newspaper The Columbia Banner, and state representative. In 1905, he founded the town which today bears his name. Emerson celebrated its 100th birthday February 8, 2005.

Geography
Emerson is located in southern Columbia County and is located along U.S. Route 79, 12 mi south of Magnolia, the county seat, and 9 mi north of Haynesville, Louisiana.

Emerson is also 68 mi from Shreveport, Louisiana, and 205 mi from Dallas, Texas.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Emerson has a total area of 2.6 sqkm, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 368 people, 138 households, and 97 families residing in the town. The population density was 140.0 /km2. There were 165 housing units at an average density of 64.4 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 66% White, 32.60% Black or African American, and 0.3% from other races. 1.1% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 138 households, out of which 35.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.7% were married couples living together, 15.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.7% were non-families. 26.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.16.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 28.7% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 17.3% from 45 to 64, and 18.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.2 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $32,969, and the median income for a family was $40,000. Males had a median income of $32,333 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,988. About 17.7% of families and 27.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 46.9% of those under age 18 and 16.3% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Major industries in the area are timber, bromine and bromine-based products, and oil.

Highways

 * [[Image:US 79.svg|20px]] U.S. Highway 79
 * [[Image:Arkansas 98.svg|20px]] Arkansas Highway 98

Annual cultural events
Each year since 1990, on the last Saturday of June, Emerson hosts the Purple Hull Peas Festival & World Championship Rotary Tiller Race.

Education
Public education for early childhood, elementary and secondary school students is primarily provided by the Emerson-Taylor-Bradley School District (formerly the Emerson-Taylor School District), which includes Emerson Elementary School and Emerson High School. The district was established on July 1, 2004, by the consolidation of the Emerson School District and the Taylor School District. The Emerson Pirates have won five state basketball championships and 25 state track and field titles.

title: Emerson, Arkansas