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Hughes, Arkansas

Hughes is a city in St. Francis County, Arkansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, it had a population of 1,056.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 2.2 sqmi, of which 2.2 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi (0.92%) is water.

It is about 37 mi from Memphis, Tennessee.

2000 Census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,867 people, 682 households, and 493 families residing in the town. The population density was 869.8 PD/sqmi. There were 762 housing units at an average density of 355.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 29.41% White, 67.76% Black or African American, 0.11% Native American, 1.61% Asian, 0.11% Pacific Islander, 0.43% from other races, and 0.59% from two or more races. 0.70% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 682 households, out of which 37.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 38.1% were married couples living together, 29.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.6% were non-families. 25.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.74 and the average family size was 3.31.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 33.7% under the age of 18, 9.1% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 19.4% from 45 to 64, and 12.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 31 years. For every 100 females, there were 83.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 73.5 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $18,333, and the median income for a family was $22,976. Males had a median income of $25,417 versus $16,641 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,039. About 31.7% of families and 38.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 53.3% of those under age 18 and 31.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The community is served by the West Memphis School District. Post-2015 most students were transferred to Faulk Elementary School, West Junior High School, and Academies of West Memphis (formerly West Memphis High School).

Typically school bus commute times from Hughes to West Memphis are about one hour each way due to the bus making multiple stops; without stops the commute would take about thirty minutes. In winter periods Hughes students depart from school and/or arrive from home when the sun is not out.

It was formerly served by the Hughes School District, which operated Mildred Jackson Elementary School and Hughes High School. In 2015 the Arkansas Board of Education voted to consolidate the Hughes district into the West Memphis district because of a decline in enrollment in the Hughes district. The West Memphis district took possession of the school buildings, then gave them to the Hughes municipal government in 2016.

Economy
Hughes School District, in its existence, employed the largest number of people in Hughes prior to its 2015 closure. Former Hughes board member Lincoln Barnett stated that several area businesses, as a result of the district closure, encountered financial problems.

Recreation
After 2016 the municipal government, at no charge, leased the Hughes school gymnasium to Deon Lee, an alumnus of Hughes High and the chief of police, who spent $3,000 to revamp the building to make into an after school center for children.

Notable people

 * Mark R. Martin, Secretary of State of Arkansas 2011–2019, graduated from Hughes High School in 1986.

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Madison, Arkansas

Madison is a city in St. Francis County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 769 at the 2010 census, down from 987 in 2000.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.8 sqmi, of which 1.7 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi (3.93%) is water.

2020 Census
As of the census of 2000, there were 987 people, 358 households, and 239 families residing in the city. The population density was 577.9 PD/sqmi. There were 409 housing units at an average density of 239.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 10.03% White, 88.96% Black or African American, 0.41% from other races, and 0.61% from two or more races. 0.81% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 358 households, out of which 36.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 29.3% were married couples living together, 32.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 30.2% 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 2.76 and the average family size was 3.48.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 36.4% under the age of 18, 9.6% from 18 to 24, 22.1% from 25 to 44, 21.1% from 45 to 64, and 10.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 29 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 73.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $15,700, and the median income for a family was $20,682. Males had a median income of $21,875 versus $17,500 for females. The per capita income for the city was $9,733. About 40.4% of families and 41.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 56.1% of those under age 18 and 50.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Forrest City School District operates public schools serving the community. Forrest City High School is the local high school.

Notable people

 * Lew Buford Brown, lawyer, politician, newspaper publisher and poet

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Palestine, Arkansas

Palestine is a town in St. Francis County, Arkansas, United States, along the L'Anguille River. The population was 681 at the 2010 census, a decline from 741 in 2000.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 3.2 sqmi, of which 3.2 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi (0.62%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 741 people, 299 households, and 209 families residing in the town. The population density was 230.2 PD/sqmi. There were 321 housing units at an average density of 99.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 85.96% White, 13.23% Black or African American, 0.13% from other races, and 0.67% from two or more races. 0.27% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 299 households, out of which 33.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.2% were married couples living together, 15.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.1% were non-families. 27.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.01.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 26.7% under the age of 18, 9.6% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 23.3% from 45 to 64, and 14.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $24,904, and the median income for a family was $36,023. Males had a median income of $28,661 versus $18,816 for females. The per capita income for the town was $14,462. About 16.7% of families and 17.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.5% of those under age 18 and 19.0% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary school students is available from the Palestine–Wheatley School District, which results in graduation from Palestine–Wheatley High School. It was established by the July 1, 1987, merger of the Palestine School District and the Wheatley School District.

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Wheatley, Arkansas

Wheatley is a town in southwest St. Francis County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 279 at the 2020 census, down from 355 in 2010.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.2 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 279 people, 191 households, and 152 families residing in the city.

As of the census of 2000, there were 372 people, 151 households, and 109 families residing in the city. The population density was 117.3 PD/sqmi. There were 175 housing units at an average density of 55.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 69.35% White, 29.30% Black or African American, 0.54% Native American, 0.27% from other races, and 0.54% from two or more races. 2.69% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 151 households, out of which 29.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.6% were married couples living together, 10.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.8% were non-families. 27.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the city the population was spread out, with 25.5% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 27.4% from 25 to 44, 23.1% from 45 to 64, and 15.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,813, and the median income for a family was $32,917. Males had a median income of $20,833 versus $25,938 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,556. About 14.7% of families and 14.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.2% of those under age 18 and 16.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary school students is available from the Palestine–Wheatley School District, which results in graduation from Palestine–Wheatley High School. It was established by the July 1, 1987, merger of the Palestine School District and the Wheatley School District. Therefore, Wheatley High School merged with the nearby Palestine High School.

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Widener, Arkansas

Widener is a town in St. Francis County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 212 at the 2020 census, a decline from 273 in 2010.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.3 km$2$ (0.5 mi2), all land.

Demographics
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 212 people, 90 households, and 58 families residing in the town.

As of the census of 2000, there were 335 people, 111 households, and 81 families residing in the town. The population density was 258.7/km$2$ (663.9/mi2). There were 129 housing units at an average density of 99.6/km$2$ (255.7/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 31.94% White, 67.16% Black or African American, 0.30% Asian, 0.60% from other races. 2.39% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 111 households, out of which 39.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.3% were married couples living together, 22.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.0% were non-families. 20.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 3.02 and the average family size was 3.65.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 36.7% under the age of 18, 9.3% from 18 to 24, 26.9% from 25 to 44, 16.1% from 45 to 64, and 11.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 28 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $20,833, and the median income for a family was $24,375. Males had a median income of $23,929 versus $20,625 for females. The per capita income for the town was $12,135. About 34.2% of families and 38.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 41.1% of those under age 18 and 34.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Forrest City School District operates public schools serving the community. Forrest City High School is the local high school.

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Fifty-Six, Arkansas

Fifty-Six is an incorporated town in Stone County, Arkansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the city had a total population of 158, a decrease of 15 people from 2010.

History
When founding the community in 1918, locals submitted the name "Newcomb" for the settlement. This request was rejected, and the federal government internally named the community for its school district number (56). It has frequently been noted on lists of unusual place names.

Geography
Fifty-Six is located at 35.96056°N, -92.23°W. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.1 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 163 people, 71 households, and 51 families residing in the city. The population density was 79.1 PD/sqmi. There were 87 housing units at an average density of 42.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.55% White and 2.45% Native American. 1.84% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 71 households, out of which 25.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 64.8% were married couples living together, 7.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.8% were non-families. 26.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.30 and the average family size was 2.69.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 19.0% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 30.7% from 45 to 64, and 16.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 44 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $34,375, and the median income for a family was $35,750. Males had a median income of $30,750 versus $19,063 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,783. About 11.8% of families and 17.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 17.2% of those under the age of 18 and 25.0% of those 65 and older.

Education
Fifty-Six is in the Mountain View School District.

The community was served by the Fifty-Six School District until July 1, 1985, when it merged into the Big Flat School District to form the Tri-County School District. On July 1, 1993, the Tri-County School District was disestablished, with territory given to multiple districts, including Mountain View, which began serving Fifty-Six.

Notable people

 * Lee Hedges, football coach in Shreveport, Louisiana, born in Fifty-Six in 1929

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Mountain View, Arkansas

Mountain View is the largest city in and the county seat of Stone County, Arkansas, United States, located in the Ozarks. The city's economy is largely based on tourism related to its title as the "Folk Music Capital of the World". The city is also known for outdoors recreation opportunities, including Blanchard Springs Caverns, trout fishing on the White River and the Ozark National Forest.

History
The town's name is derived from its location in a valley bordered by the Blue Mountain Range of the Ozark Mountains. Mountain View was incorporated on August 14, 1890. Prior to the founding of Mountain View in 1890, the town of Riggsville, established in 1819 by Thomas Augustus Riggs, existed immediately to the east remaining until after the Civil War, when towns with southern sympathies were to be renamed or moved altogether.

An EF4 tornado caused major damage to the town on February 5, 2008, in the 2008 Super Tuesday tornado outbreak.

Geography
Mountain View is located at 35.865°N, -92.10861°W (35.864886, −92.108497).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 6.8 square miles (17.7 km$2$), of which 6.8 square miles (17.7 km$2$) is land and 0.15% is water.

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, Mountain View has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 2,877 people, 1,273 households, and 540 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,876 people, 1,287 households, and 792 families residing in the city. The population density was 421.8 PD/sqmi. There were 1,450 housing units at an average density of 212.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.97% White, 0.94% Native American, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.31% from other races, and 1.74% from two or more races. 1.70% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 1,287 households, out of which 23.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.7% were married couples living together, 9.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.4% were non-families. 35.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 19.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.13 and the average family size was 2.72.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 20.2% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 20.7% from 25 to 44, 26.3% from 45 to 64, and 25.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 81.1 males. For every 100 females aged 18 and over, there were 80.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $19,302, and the median income for a family was $27,589. Males had a median income of $20,000 versus $16,790 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,375. About 10.2% of families and 17.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.1% of those under age 18 and 11.7% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
The local economy is largely tourism-based. Numerous hotels and restaurants exist to serve travelers who come to visit the nearby Blanchard Springs Caverns, in Fifty-Six, Arkansas, The Ozark Folk Center State Park, and Loco Ropes Treetop Adventure Park. Many others seek the world-renowned trout fishing of the White River, or the excellent camping, hiking and mountain-biking that can be found in the Ozark National Forest. A few live music and variety shows, such as the White River Hoedown, also entertain travelers by mixing contemporary country, gospel and bluegrass music with a bit of local humor. However, the majority of visitors to Mountain View come to attend one of the two major festivals held here every year, and to enjoy the impromptu folk music jam sessions that occur around the courthouse square.

The remainder of the local economy consists mostly of agriculture, specifically the farming of livestock, primarily cattle and chickens. Large-scale industrial activities in the area are overall nonexistent, excepting a few small manufacturing companies. The Stone County Iron Works, a nationally known company that produces iron furniture, fixtures and housewares, is headquartered in Mountain View. Recently, the city has seen expansion of its personal aircraft maintenance and repair industry.

Stone County, along with four of six neighboring Arkansas counties, is a dry county.

Annual cultural events
Local festivals play an integral part in Mountain View's economy and culture, and the city is widely known throughout the country for its hospitality, uniqueness and relaxed pace of life. As such, thousands of people travel to Mountain View each year to attend one of these events and get a taste of Ozark Mountain culture. Often lodging must be secured a year in advance of the two major festivals. Some local estimates say that the city's population has grown to as much as 100,000 during past festivals, though this is likely an exaggeration. Average festival attendance tends to fall between 40,000 and 60,000.

In April, the city hosts the Arkansas Folk Festival. A highlight of this festival is an old-fashioned "home-town" parade, which brings out school bands, patriotic veterans groups, show horses, and decorated floats. Numerous folk craft vendors and many impromptu performances of live folk music are also part of the celebration.

During the spring, summer and fall, anytime the weather is nice, people from all over will gather in and around the courthouse square to play and listen to music. Bluegrass mostly, but a wide array of folk, swing, country and gospel can be heard performed by local townsfolk as well as pickers from hundreds of miles away. A few dedicated musicians play only the old-time tunes that have been passed down through generations.

During the fourth weekend of October, thousands attend the Arkansas Bean Fest and Great Championship Outhouse Races. Early Saturday morning, nearly one ton of pinto beans are cooked in large, antique iron kettles that are set up along the west side of the courthouse square. Promptly at noon, a couple thousand pounds of pinto beans and cornbread are served to the gathered crowd. The festival continues with the famous Outhouse Race. Local teams (and anyone who else who wishes to haul in an entry) push outhouses built on wheels (similar to a go-kart) in a series of races. The overall champion receives the coveted Golden Toilet Seat Trophy. Handmade crafts and folk music play an integral part in this festival as well.

Other local festivals included the Mountain View Bluegrass Festival, held in both mid-March and mid-November; An Old-Fashioned Fourth of July; and Mountains Music & Motorcycles in August. The town gets into the holiday spirit each year by lighting downtown buildings for Christmas open house events, and an annual Christmas tree lighting on the first Saturday in December.

The Ozark Folk Center plays host to several events throughout the year, including live concerts by well-known artist such as the Old Crow Medicine Show and Del McCoury, the Arkansas State Fiddle Championships, and workshops teaching banjo, dulcimer, and other folk crafts.

Education
The city hosts a satellite campus of Ozarka College, a two-year institution whose main campus is located in Melbourne, Arkansas. The city is also home to the main campus of the Mountain View School District, a secondary school that also maintains campuses in Timbo, Arkansas and Fox, Arkansas. The school district boundaries are the same as those of Stone County, Arkansas.

Notable people

 * Jimmy Driftwood (1907–1998), folk songwriter and musician; born in Timbo, Arkansas near Mountain View.
 * Missy Irvin (born 1971), Republican member of the Arkansas State Senate from Mountain View
 * Dick Powell (1904–1963), singer, actor, film producer, director and studio boss (co-founder of Four Star Television); born in Mountain View.
 * Harold M. Sherman (1898-1987), author, psychic researcher, and producer; resided in Mountain View

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Calion, Arkansas

Calion is a second-class city in Union County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 494 at the 2010 census.

History
The town grew around the Ouachita River Lock and Dam, completed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1916. It was incorporated in 1921 and named Calion after the first three letters of Calhoun County and the final three letters of Union County.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1.3 sqmi, of which 1.0 sqmi is land and 0.3 sqmi (20.77%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 516 people, 219 households, and 146 families residing in the city. The population density was 500.3 PD/sqmi. There were 274 housing units at an average density of 265.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 65.70% White, 33.33% Black or African American, 0.58% Native American, and 0.39% from two or more races. 1.55% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 219 households, out of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 44.7% were married couples living together, 17.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.3% were non-families. 29.7% 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 2.36 and the average family size was 2.89.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.6% under the age of 18, 7.2% from 18 to 24, 24.6% from 25 to 44, 26.0% from 45 to 64, and 17.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 80.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $25,268, and the median income for a family was $26,042. Males had a median income of $28,750 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $13,860. About 25.5% of families and 25.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 33.9% of those under age 18 and 17.2% of those age 65 or over.

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, Calion has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Education
Calion is within the Smackover-Norphlet School District which operates Smackover High School. It was previously in the Norphlet School District, which operated Norphlet Elementary School (PreK-6) and Norphlet High School (grades 7-12). On May 8, 2014, the Arkansas Board of Education (ABE) approved the merger of the Norphlet School District into the Smackover School District.

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El Dorado, Arkansas

El Dorado is a city in, and the county seat of, Union County, on the southern border of Arkansas, United States. According to the 2020 census, the population of the city is 17,755.

El Dorado is headquarters of the Arkansas Oil and Gas Commission as well as Murphy USA, Deltic Timber Corporation and a DelekUS oil refinery. The city has a downtown arts district, the Murphy Arts District (MAD); a community college, South Arkansas College (SouthArk); and a multi-cultural arts center, South Arkansas Arts Center (SAAC). El Dorado is the population, cultural and business center of south central Arkansas.

The city was the heart of the 1920s oil boom in the area. During World War II, it became a center of the chemical industry, which still plays a part in the economy, as do oil and timber.

Timeline

 * 1829, the territorial legislature took sections of Hempstead and Clark counties to establish Union County.
 * 1843, Matthew Rainey founded and named El Dorado. El Dorado became the Union County seat that same year and the first Presbyterian church was organized.
 * 1845, First Baptist Church was organized.
 * 1870, El Dorado Baptist Church was founded and El Dorado was incorporated.
 * 1883, Albert Williams was lynched in El Dorado
 * 1891, the first passenger train arrives in El Dorado from Camden.
 * 1902, the Tucker-Parnell Feud erupts between Guy Tucker (city marshal), and a local businessman (Tom Parnell).
 * 1908, Washington High School opens.
 * 1919, Frank Livingston, a black World War I veteran accused of murder with scant evidence, was burned alive by a mob near El Dorado.
 * 1921, the Busey No. 1 well was completed. The start of the oil boom.  El Dorado is sometimes referred to as "Arkansas' Original Boomtown."
 * 1922, El Dorado Oil Refinery was commissioned and the B'nai B'rith lodge was founded.
 * 1927, the Lion Oil-Exchange Building was completed.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 16.3 sqmi, of which 16.3 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi (0.31%) is water.

Topography
El Dorado is located in the West Gulf Coastal Plain: In Arkansas, the West Gulf Coastal Plain covers the southeastern and south central portions of the state along the border of Louisiana. This Lowland area of Arkansas is characterized by pine forests and farmlands. Natural resources include natural gas, petroleum deposits and beds of bromine flats. The lowest point in the state is found on the Ouachita River in the West Gulf Coastal Plain of Arkansas.

Climate
El Dorado is located in the humid subtropical zone (Köppen climate classification: Cfa).

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 17,756 people, 7,164 households, and 4,466 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,096 people per square mile.

25.9% of the population were under 18, and 7.1% were under 5. People over 65 made up 16.7% of the population. The gender make up of the city was 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

The median household income was $41,831, and the per capita income was $24,081. People under the poverty line made up 22.6% of the population.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 18,884 people, 8,969 households, and 5,732 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,323.3 PD/sqmi. There were 9,969 housing units at an average density of 607.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 49.9% Black or African American, 45.1% White, 0.30% Native American, 0.71% Asian, 0.8% Pacific Islander, 0.39% from other races, and 0.86% from two or more races. 1.04% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 8,686 households, out of which 30.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.9% were married couples living together, 19.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.0% were non-families. Of 8,686 households, 304 are unmarried partner households: 243 heterosexual, 19 same-sex male, and 42 same-sex female. 30.7% 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 2.40 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.3% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 25.9% from 25 to 44, 21.1% from 45 to 64, and 18.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.8 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $27,045, and the median income for a family was $34,753. Males had a median income of $30,876 versus $19,211 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,332. About 20.0% of families and 24.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 36.3% of those under age 18 and 13.8% of those age 65 or over.

Venues

The Murphy Arts District (MAD) opened in 2017 in downtown El Dorado. The district includes a music hall, outdoor amphitheater, farmer's market, musical performers, restaurant with performance stage, the largest playscape in the state, and a water park.

The South Arkansas Arts Center (SAAC) is a 22500 sqft facility with three visual art galleries, a ballet studio, a theatre, educational classroom space, and an open art studio. SAAC hosts stage events and art exhibitions.

The El Dorado Municipal Auditorium is a multi-purpose auditorium with a large lobby, grand hall seating, and multi-tiered sloping balcony. It has featured musical acts, entertainment shows, school productions, dance recitals and was formerly the location of the South Arkansas Symphony Orchestra, which was founded in 1956.

The El Dorado Conference Center is a 50764 sqft multi-purpose facility opened in 2011, which features an assembly hall main hall, small meeting rooms, the student services for South Arkansas College, and bookstore, and café.

Annual events
The Mayhaw Festival occurs in May. The official event name is "Bugs Bands and Bikes". It coincides with a crawfish boil, a "Battle of the Bands", a bike show/one day motorcycle rally, a motorcycle parade, and pool tournament. The "SouthArk Outdoor Expo occurs in September with activities for anglers, hunters, children, and families.

MusicFest occurs in October in an eight-block area, featuring over 30 acts on five stages.

Winter events include the "Festival of Lights" and the "largest Christmas parade in Arkansas".

Attractions

 * The Union County Courthouse, opened in 1928.
 * The South Arkansas Arboretum, opened in 1965, is Arkansas's only state park located within a city. It includes more than 2 mi of paved trails.
 * The Rialto Theater, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, opened in 1929 with seating for 1,400, and presented live stage shows and films.

Parks and recreation
City parks include: Lions Club Park and Golf Course, Mattocks Park, Mosby Park, Neel Park, Old City Park, and South Side Park.

The El Dorado Recreation Complex and Pavilion has a playground, baseball and softball facility and two pavilions. It is the location of the El Dorado High School Wildcat Baseball Field and Ladycat Softball Field.

Memorial Stadium is a 6,000-seat football stadium and track which hosts sports event, school teams, the Boomtown Classic, an annual college football match between in-state college football rivals.

Education
According to the 2000 Census, 22.5% of the population age 25+ had an associate degree or higher. More than 400 teachers and administrators work to meet the needs of all students regardless of age, ability, or background. Approximately 50 percent of these teachers and administrators hold advanced degrees. More than 4,600 students attend the nine El Dorado public schools in the El Dorado School District #15. A new high school with a 1500-student capacity was completed in June 2011.

Elementary
There are five elementary schools in the district, divided into academies (K-4) and 1 (K-6):
 * Hugh Goodwin Elementary School of the Arts
 * Murmil Heights learning center
 * Northwest Elementary School of Environment
 * Retta Brown Elementary School of Communication and Technologies
 * Yocum Elementary School of Math and Science

Secondary

 * Washington Middle School (5-6)
 * Barton Junior High School (7-8)
 * El Dorado High School (9-12)

Collegiate
South Arkansas Community College (SouthArk), is a public two-year institution providing educational programs, services, and resources for students. SouthArk offers degrees and certificates in health sciences, industrial technologies, liberal arts, and business.

Private

 * Maranatha Baptist Christian School (PK-12)
 * West Side Christian School (PK-12)
 * Light Brigade Christian Academy (PK-12)
 * Holy Redeemer School (1925–2005)

Radio
Radio stations include: KMLK (urban adult contemporary), KDMS (southern gospel), KIXB (country), KMRX (classic hits), KAGL (classic rock), KELD (talk), KELD-FM (contemporary hits), KLBQ (classic country), KBSA (NPR), and KAKV.

Television
Television stations serving El Dorado include: KTVE (NBC), KETZ (PBS), K20OC (CBS-HD), KTVE-HD (NBC-HD), K20OC (CBS), KETZ-DT (AETN/PBS), KTBS (ABC), KNOE (CBS), KARD (FOX), and KMLU (MeTV).

Print
The El Dorado News-Times is one of the oldest newspapers in South Arkansas.

Major highways

 * I-69 (Future).svg Future Interstate 69
 * US 63.svg U.S. Highway 63
 * US 82.svg U.S. Highway 82
 * US 167.svg U.S. Highway 167
 * Arkansas 7.svg Highway 7
 * Arkansas 15.svg Highway 15

Airports
El Dorado has two airports, both owned by the city. South Arkansas Regional Airport at Goodwin Field services private aircraft and one commercial carrier, and El Dorado Downtown Airport services local industries, and offers hangar space to small private planes.

Utilities
El Dorado water is served locally by El Dorado Water Utilities, a private company. Electricity is supplied by Entergy of Arkansas. Other utility companies serving El Dorado include Summit Utilities (natural gas), Southern Lp-Gas (liquid gas), Bcs (bottled and metered gas), Suddenlink (cable TV, internet and phone), Verizon Wireless and AT&T (residential and wireless phone service).

Health systems
The city and surrounding area is served by the Medical Center of South Arkansas, MCSA, accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, is a general acute-care hospital licensed by the Arkansas Department of Health.

Notable people

 * Beryl Anthony Jr., member of the United States House of Representatives
 * Michael Aiken, Chancellor of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
 * Donna Axum, 1964 Miss America
 * Lou Brock, member of Baseball Hall of Fame
 * Albert H. Crews, astronaut and United States Air Force officer
 * Charlie Daniels, politician
 * Glenn D. Daniels, 1936-1992, founder of Country Music Television
 * Candice Earley, actress
 * Michael G. Fitzgerald, film historian and author
 * David Frizzell, country music singer
 * Lefty Frizzell, country music singer, born in Corsicana, Texas, reared in El Dorado
 * Daniel Gafford, NBA center for the Dallas Mavericks
 * Hogan Gidley, White House Deputy Press Secretary from 2019–2020
 * Glen Ray Hines, professional football player
 * Lamar Hunt, professional football player, businessman, owner of Kansas City Chiefs, member of Pro Football Hall of Fame
 * E. Fay Jones, architect and student of Frank Lloyd Wright
 * Qui Nguyen, playwright, screenwriter, and director, known for Vampire Cowboys Theatre Company, and Raya and the Last Dragon
 * Shara Nova, lead singer of My Brightest Diamond
 * Kevin Payne, NFL strong safety for the Carolina Panthers
 * Charles Portis, author of True Grit
 * William Ragsdale, actor
 * Albert Rust, U.S. Representative
 * Rob Schroeder, racing driver
 * Adam Setliff, two-time Olympic discus thrower
 * Dorothy Geneva Styles, composer, mathematician, and poet
 * Reece Tatum, basketball player for Harlem Globetrotters
 * Viper, rapper and record producer
 * Dave Whitlock, light heavyweight professional prizefighter
 * Travis Williams, NFL running back
 * Josh Wilson, contemporary Christian musician

title: El Dorado, Arkansas


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Felsenthal, Arkansas

Felsenthal is a town in Union County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 152 at the 2000 census and 150 at the 2010 census. It lays adjacent to the Ouachita River in the southeastern corner of Union County.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 4.4 km2, of which 3.8 km2 is land and 0.6 km2 (13.10%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 152 people, 70 households, and 44 families residing in the town. The population density was 40.2 /km2. There were 256 housing units at an average density of 67.7 /km2. The racial makeup of the town was 79.61% White, 16.45% Black or African American, 2.63% from other races, and 1.32% from two or more races. 3.95% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 70 households, out of which 17.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.1% were married couples living together, 4.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.1% were non-families. 30.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.17 and the average family size was 2.68.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 14.5% under the age of 18, 5.3% from 18 to 24, 22.4% from 25 to 44, 37.5% from 45 to 64, and 20.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.0 males. The median income for a household in the town was $31,000, and the median income for a family was $35,417. Males had a median income of $45,833 versus $17,292 for females. The per capita income for the town was $16,975. About 2.4% of families and 11.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 16.0% of those under the age of 18 and 21.2% of those 65 or over.

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Huttig, Arkansas

Huttig is a city in Union County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 597 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 3.1 sqmi, of which 3.0 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi (3.25%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 731 people, 282 households, and 197 families residing in the city. The population density was 245.4 PD/sqmi. There were 321 housing units at an average density of 107.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 48.70% White, 48.43% Black or African American, 0.82% Native American, 0.14% Pacific Islander, 0.82% from other races, and 1.09% from two or more races. 1.50% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 282 households, out of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.4% were married couples living together, 16.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.8% were non-families. 28.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.59 and the average family size was 3.22.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.9% under the age of 18, 8.9% from 18 to 24, 29.4% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 13.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $25,284, and the median income for a family was $32,000. Males had a median income of $31,375 versus $18,056 for females. The per capita income for the city was $12,215. About 16.1% of families and 16.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.1% of those under age 18 and 11.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary school students is provided by the Strong–Huttig School District, which leads to graduation from Strong High School.

It was served by Huttig School District, which operated Huttig Elementary School and Huttig High School. On July 1, 2004, it consolidated with the Strong School District to form the Strong-Huttig School District.

Notable people

 * Daisy Bates—civil rights activist
 * Floyd Cramer—American Hall of Fame pianist

title: Huttig, Arkansas


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Junction City, Arkansas

Junction City is a city in Union County, Arkansas, United States, and is the twin city of neighboring Junction City, Louisiana. The population was 581 at the 2010 census.

Geography
Junction City is the southernmost settlement in the state of Arkansas.

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

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 503 people, 271 households, and 202 families residing in the city.

2000 census
At the 2000 census there were 721 people in 251 households, including 186 families, in the city. The population density was 635.0 PD/sqmi. There were 288 housing units at an average density of 253.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 55.20% White, 43.00% Black or African American, 0.55% Native American, 0.14% Asian, and 1.11% from two or more races. 0.69% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. Of the 251 households 34.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.4% were married couples living together, 15.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.5% were non-families. 23.1% of households were one person and 13.5% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.71 and the average family size was 3.17.

The age distribution was 29.1% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 22.3% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 18.2% 65 or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 102.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.1 males.

The median household income was $27,981 and the median family income was $29,107. Males had a median income of $30,000 versus $15,313 for females. The per capita income for the city was $11,803. About 24.1% of families and 31.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 40.5% of those under age 18 and 26.4% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for early childhood, elementary and secondary students is primarily provided by the Junction City School District, which includes:

 * Junction City Elementary School, serving prekindergarten through grade 6.
 * Junction City High School, serving grades 7 through 12.

title: Junction City, Arkansas


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Norphlet, Arkansas

Norphlet is a city in Union County, Arkansas, United States. As of the 2010 census the population stood at 844.

History
Norphlet was called Jesse in the 1880s. The Post Office was created in 1891. The town originally centered around William G. Miles's Sawmill. The town was named for Nauphlet Goodwin. The name of the town was misspelled by the Postal Department when the Post Office was created. The word, Nauphlet, was written in long hand and looked like Norphlet to the people in the Postal Department. So, the papers for the post office were issued for Norphlet.

Oil was discovered at Norphlet in 1922. The formation in which the oil was discovered led to 'Norphlet' becoming a geological term - a Norphlet Formation is a Jurassic Sandstone Formation.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.1 sqmi, all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 822 people, 311 households, and 236 families residing in the city. The population density was 398.0 PD/sqmi. There were 343 housing units at an average density of 166.1 /sqmi. The racial make-up of the city was 94.77% White, 3.16% Black or African American, 0.36% Native American, 1.09% from other races, and 0.61% from two or more races. 2.19% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 311 households, out of which 38.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 63.7% were married couples living together, 9.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.1% were non-families. 22.2% 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 2.64 and the average family size was 3.11.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 28.7% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 28.7% from 25 to 44, 21.9% from 45 to 64, and 13.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.0 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,063, and the median income for a family was $45,500. Males had a median income of $38,214 versus $23,864 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,754. About 7.5% of families and 10.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.7% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.

Public education
Public education for early childhood, elementary and secondary school students is primarily provided by the Smackover-Norphlet School District, which includes Norphlet Elementary School, Norphlet Middle School, and Smackover High School.

The community was previously served by the Norphlet School District, which operated Norphlet Elementary School (PreK-6) and Norphlet High School (grades 7–12). On May 8, 2014, the Arkansas Board of Education (ABE) approved the merger of the Norphlet School District into the Smackover School District. For the 2014–2015 school year the original Norphlet Elementary and Norphlet High remained as-is, but for the 2015–2016 school year and beyond the former Norphlet High became a middle school for the entire district while Smackover High became the senior high school for the entire district.

Public library
The Norphlet Public Library is a branch library of the Barton Library System, which is based in El Dorado.

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Smackover, Arkansas

Smackover is a small city in northern Union County, Arkansas, United States. According to the 2010 census, the population was at 1,865. It had a large oil boom in the 1920s, with production continuing for some time.

History
In 1686, the French settlers called this area "Sumac Couvert", which translates to "covered in sumac bushes". This was transliterated, that is, phonetically Anglicized by the English-speaking settlers of the 19th century and later to the name "Smackover."

The name Bayou de Chemin Couvert (Smackover Creek) first appeared in an April 5, 1789, letter written by the commandant of Fort Miro (Monroe, Louisiana) to the French territorial governor.

Oil was discovered in this area in 1922; it attracted national attention, speculators, and an economic boom. Smackover was incorporated in 1923. In the 1920s there was a large-scale oil industry in Smackover. The industry declined here and across southern Arkansas by the 1960s, at a cost of many jobs and major losses to the area economy.

Smackover Oil Field
The Smackover Oil Field was discovered on April 14, 1922. The J.T. Murphy well drilled by Oil Operators Trust, reached the Upper Cretaceous Nacatoch sand at a depth of 2024 ft, part of the Norphlet dome. Within a year, almost 1,000 wells had produced 25 million barrels of oil.

In October 1922, a lighter oil was produced further west, from the Meakin sand, at depths between 2230 and 2350 ft and 2350 ft. Oil was discovered in the Blossom sand at a depth of 2610 ft in March 1923. The Graves sand was exploited for oil at a depth of 2501 ft in January 1925.

On May 8, 1936, oil was discovered in the Jurassic Smackover Formation limestone at a depth of 4800 ft by the Phillips Petroleum Company. Oil and gas were produced from the porous Reynolds oolite at a depth of 4897 ft.

Geography
The city is in northern Union County along Smackover Creek. El Dorado lies about ten miles to the south-southeast along Arkansas Route 7. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.2 sqmi, all land.

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, Smackover has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,630 people, 728 households, and 463 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,005 people, 794 households, and 565 families residing in the city. The population density was 471.9 PD/sqmi. There were 915 housing units at an average density of 215.3 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 72.57% White, 26.28% Black or African American, 0.10% Native American, 0.05% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, and 0.95% from two or more races. 0.25% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 794 households, out of which 31.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.9% were married couples living together, 15.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.8% were non-families. 27.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.46 and the average family size was 2.99.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.7% under the age of 18, 7.8% from 18 to 24, 24.7% from 25 to 44, 21.7% from 45 to 64, and 21.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females, there were 92.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,807, and the median income for a family was $36,875. Males had a median income of $31,081 versus $19,536 for females. The per capita income for the city was $14,461. About 9.1% of families and 14.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.8% of those under age 18 and 13.0% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for early childhood, elementary and secondary school students is primarily provided by the Smackover School District, which includes:
 * Smackover Elementary School, serving prekindergarten through grade 6.
 * Smackover High School, serving grades 7 through 12.

The school district's athletic emblem is the Battlin' Buckaroos with black and white as the school colors.

Culture
A street-mounted antique stop light is located in the center of town and western-style store fronts line Main Street. It is home to the Arkansas Museum of Natural Resources. The Museum depicts the history and culture of Smackover and the surrounding area with an indoor reconstruction of the city's downtown, an Oil Field Park, and numerous exhibits illustrating South Arkansas's oil industry. Smackover hosts an annual four-day Oil Town Festival held in June.

Longtime college coaching legend Wayne Hardin, a former Smackover resident, was inducted into the NFF College Hall of Fame in 2013. The city has two natives in the College Football Hall of Fame.

Notable people

 * Nathan Fletcher (born 1976), California politician
 * Wayne Hardin (1926–2017), college football player
 * Sleepy LaBeef (1935–2019), Rockabilly/roots musician
 * Clyde Scott (1924–2018), football player

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Strong, Arkansas

Strong is a city in Union County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 558 at the 2010 census.

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

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 651 people, 256 households, and 171 families residing in the city. The population density was 581.3 PD/sqmi. There were 285 housing units at an average density of 254.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 42.24% White, 53.61% Black or African American, 0.15% Native American, 0.15% Asian, 3.07% from other races, and 0.77% from two or more races. 5.68% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 256 households, out of which 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 37.5% were married couples living together, 23.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.2% were non-families. 30.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.1% 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 3.19.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.8% under the age of 18, 10.0% from 18 to 24, 22.6% from 25 to 44, 20.3% from 45 to 64, and 17.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 77.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 75.1 males. The median income for a household in the city was $21,389, and the median income for a family was $26,023. Males had a median income of $25,750 versus $20,417 for females. The per capita income for the city was $10,802. About 24.3% of families and 32.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 47.5% of those under age 18 and 22.6% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Strong is the home of the Strong–Huttig School District, which includes Gardner–Strong Elementary School and Strong High School.

On July 1, 2004, the Strong School District consolidated with the Huttig School District to form the Strong-Huttig School District.

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Clinton, Arkansas

Clinton is the county seat of Van Buren County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 2,602 at the 2010 census, making it the most populous city in the county (reclaiming the distinction from the resort community of Fairfield Bay).

History
The city was named for DeWitt Clinton, the New York governor who built the Erie Canal; he had also been a U.S. Senator from New York.

On February 5, 2008, an EF4 tornado struck Clinton during the 2008 Super Tuesday tornado outbreak, killing three people and destroying many homes and businesses, including a boat manufacturing facility.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11.6 sqmi, of which 11.4 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi (1.64%) is water.

The City of Clinton is situated on the shore of the Archey Fork, a tributary of the Upper Little Red River which flows into Greers Ferry Lake. This body of water is known for its rich and diverse fish habitat and recreational uses. A channelization project in 1982 following a major flood event has recently been re-engineered by The Nature Conservancy in cooperation with city officials and corporate sponsors. The multi-phase restoration project has witnessed the installation of a cantilevered stream bed, bank stabilization, and habitat regeneration. The restoration is now part of the city's historic downtown park and trail system.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 2,509 people, 942 households, and 608 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 2,283 people, 1,007 households, and 626 families residing in the city. The population density was 200.3 PD/sqmi. There were 1,123 housing units at an average density of 98.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 95.71% White, 0.04% Black or African American, 0.74% Native American, 0.13% Asian, 1.31% from other races, and 2.06% from two or more races. 2.67% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 1,007 households, out of which 26.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.7% were married couples living together, 8.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.8% were non-families. 35.5% 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 2.22 and the average family size was 2.87.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 23.1% under the age of 18, 7.5% from 18 to 24, 23.8% from 25 to 44, 23.6% from 45 to 64, and 22.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $22,206, and the median income for a family was $30,792. Males had a median income of $24,750 versus $19,152 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,514. About 15.7% of families and 17.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 21.7% of those under age 18 and 16.7% of those age 65 or over.

Arts and culture
The National Championship Chuckwagon Races are held annually at the Bar of Ranch in Clinton. The event is a major tourist attraction drawing many thousands to the area each Labor Day weekend with rodeo and futurity events, auctions, live music performances, and the grand finale Snowy River race.

Clinton's downtown district includes numerous historic buildings, including the Van Buren County Courthouse, which is on the state historic registry.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary students is available from the Clinton School District with students graduating from Clinton High School. Clinton High is rated by US News & World Report at #36 out of 292 high schools in Arkansas.

Transportation
Intercity bus service to the city is provided by Jefferson Lines.

Notable people

 * Karen R. Baker, Associate Justice of the Arkansas Supreme Court
 * James E. Burnett, National Transportation Safety Board Chairman, and Special Justice of the Arkansas Supreme Court
 * Bobby Burnett, Buffalo Bills running back, AFL Rookie of the Year for 1966
 * Opie Cates, swing band leader and radio actor
 * Clifton Clowers, World War I veteran, farmer, and inspiration for the Merle Kilgore song "Wolverton Mountain."
 * John Hargis, 1996 Olympic Gold Medalist swimmer is a 1992 Clinton high school graduate.
 * Monica Potts, author of the book, “The Forgotten Girls,” which is, in part, about her childhood in Clinton.
 * Jack Whillock, Major League Baseball pitcher

In popular culture
In 2023, Monica Potts wrote in The Atlantic that "Almost everyone goes to an evangelical church".

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Shirley, Arkansas

Shirley is a town in northeast Van Buren County, Arkansas, United States, along the Middle Fork of the Little Red River. A one-time railroad outpost, the community today is oriented toward agriculture and recreational activities due to the river and Greers Ferry Lake. The population was 223 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 2.5 sqmi, of which 2.4 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi (2.85%) is water.

Demographics
As of the census of 2010, there were 223 people, 136 households, and 91 families residing in the town. The population density was 140.9 PD/sqmi. There were 132 housing units at an average density of 71.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 96.14% White, 0.89% Black or African American, 1.89% Native American, and 2.08% from two or more races. 1.19% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 132 households, out of which 33.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.8% were married couples living together, 6.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 32.4% were non-families. 29.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.48 and the average family size was 3.08.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 27.0% under the age of 18, 7.7% from 18 to 24, 27.6% from 25 to 44, 19.0% from 45 to 64, and 18.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 89.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.2 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $23,958, and the median income for a family was $30,938. Males had a median income of $21,875 versus $14,545 for females. The per capita income for the town was $10,096. About 14.1% of families and 23.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 34.2% of those under age 18 and 11.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary students is provided by Shirley School District, which includes Shirley Elementary School and Shirley High School.

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Elkins, Arkansas

Elkins is a city in Washington County, Arkansas, United States. The community is located in the Boston Mountains, deep in the Ozark Mountains. A combination of the former unincorporated communities of Harris and Hood, Elkins was established in 1964. Located immediately east of Fayetteville in the Northwest Arkansas metropolitan statistical area, Elkins has been experiencing rapid growth in recent years, doubling in population between the 2000 and 2010 censuses.

Geography
The city is located southeast of Fayetteville along Arkansas Highway 16 on the west bank of the White River.

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

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 3,602 people, 1,109 households, and 771 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,251 people, 485 households, and 370 families residing in the city. The population density was 479.7 PD/sqmi. There were 518 housing units at an average density of 198.6 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 96.56% White, 0.16% Black or African American, 1.76% Native American, 0.24% Asian, 0.08% Pacific Islander, 0.16% from other races, and 1.04% from two or more races. 1.20% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 485 households, out of which 37.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.4% were married couples living together, 9.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.7% were non-families. 21.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.58 and the average family size was 2.98.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 26.5% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 32.7% from 25 to 44, 20.4% from 45 to 64, and 12.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.1 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $39,318, and the median income for a family was $45,750. Males had a median income of $31,742 versus $22,008 for females. The per capita income for the city was $17,161. About 5.9% of families and 6.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.9% of those under age 18 and 19.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for students in kindergarten through grade 12 in most of Elkins is provided by the Elkins School District, which leads to graduation at Elkins High School.

Sections of Elkins are in the Fayetteville School District. Fayetteville High School is that district's comprehensive high school.

Collins Mound Site
Consisting of 5 mounds within an 18-acre area located near the White River, this site has been dated to the Early to Middle Mississippian period (A.D. 900-1400.) Geometric surveys have hinted at the site being a complex prehistoric settlement associated with complex ritual mortuary events linking regional native populations.

Both rectangular and dodecahedron fractal architectural structures have been noted, including a possible central plaza space.

Transportation
As of 2023, there is no fixed route transit service in Elkins. Ozark Regional Transit operates demand-response service in the city. The nearest intercity bus service is provided by Jefferson Lines in nearby Fayetteville.

Notable people

 * Jim King, baseball player
 * Danny L. Patrick, former member of the Arkansas House of Representatives from Madison County; in later years, he farmed near Elkins.

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Farmington, Arkansas

Farmington is a city in Washington County, Arkansas, United States. The community is nestled in a valley among the Boston Mountains, a subset of the Ozark Mountains. Although the first settlers came from the Deep South in 1828, the community did not incorporate until 1946. Located immediately west of Fayetteville in the Northwest Arkansas metropolitan statistical area, Farmington has been experiencing a population boom in recent years, as indicated by a 66% growth in population between the 2000 and 2010 censuses. It has been characterized as a bedroom community by the University of Arkansas Community Design Center.

Settlement through Civil War
The first settlers came from the Deep South in 1828, and the area was known as Engel's Mill until a post office was built in 1868 and the village was renamed. The Civil War had a great impact on the community, as the area were mainly Confederates. The Battle of Prairie Grove occurred not far from Farmington, and the city was subject to raids by both armies as well as unaffiliated guerrillas and roughnecks.

The city was platted ca. 1870.

Reconstruction through present
Around the 1890s, residents found prosperity by growing strawberries and grapes and shipping them on the St. Louis–San Francisco Railway. The tracks were pulled up during World War II, something the company had wanted to do for years, under the guise of the war effort. Farmington was incorporated on October 15, 1946.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.8 sqmi, all land.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 7,584 people, 2,584 households, and 1,908 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,605 people, 1,337 households, and 1,013 families residing in the city. The population density was 750.6 PD/sqmi. There were 1,390 housing units at an average density of 289.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 94.01% White, 0.64% Black or African American, 1.75% Native American, 0.25% Asian, 0.94% from other races, and 2.41% from two or more races. 2.19% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 1,337 households, out of which 43.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 58.8% were married couples living together, 14.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 24.2% were non-families. 19.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.70 and the average family size was 3.09.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 30.7% under the age of 18, 10.3% from 18 to 24, 34.5% from 25 to 44, 16.1% from 45 to 64, and 8.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $38,969, and the median income for a family was $43,472. Males had a median income of $30,317 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,387. About 5.2% of families and 7.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 7.3% of those under age 18 and 12.1% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
Farmington borders Fayetteville to the west and sections of Fayetteville along Highway 16 are north of the city.

Annual cultural events
Farmington hosts annual events throughout the year.
 * FreedomFest celebrates the Independence Day holiday with food and drink, music, children's entertainment, and fireworks.
 * Back to School Bonanza is hosted by the Farmington United Methodist Church and provided dental screenings, clothing, food, and school supplies for students in preparation for the school year.
 * Farmington Fall Festival is held in Creekside Park and includes live music, pony rides, vendors, and an art show.
 * Farmington Christmas Parade happens every year towards the beginning of December. It includes the Farmington Crimson Regiment Marching Band currently directed by Jim Spillars, among other Christmas-related floats.
 * The Farmington Cardinals football team faces the Prairie Grove Tigers every year at the beginning of the football season, despite being in different conferences for the sake of time-honored rivalry. This event often draws hundreds of people from both towns and is popularly referred to as Battle of '62, after highway 62 connecting both towns.

Education
Farmington School District provides elementary and secondary to students in most areas. Farmington's comprehensive high school is Farmington Career Academies, more popularly referred to as Farmington Highschool. The mascot is the cardinal and their team colors are scarlet red and white.

A portion of Farmington is in the Prairie Grove School District and another portion is in the Fayetteville School District. Prairie Grove High School and Fayetteville High School are these districts' respective comprehensive high schools.

Farmington has two elementary schools, one intermediate (4/5th grade), one middle school (6/7th grade), one Junior High (8/9th), and one High School (Sophomore-Senior). Farmington High School moved into a new building in 2017, including a new Football Field and renovations on old school buildings.

Transportation
As of 2023, there is no fixed route transit service in Farmington. Ozark Regional Transit operates demand-response service in the city. The nearest intercity bus service is provided by Jefferson Lines in nearby Fayetteville.

Notable people

 * Sarah Colonna, American comedian, actress, best-selling author known for her work and appearances on E!’s Chelsea Lately

title: Farmington, Arkansas