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Ulm, Arkansas

Ulm is a town in Prairie County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 205 at the 2000 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 0.7 km$2$ (0.3 mi2), all land.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 205 people, 85 households, and 60 families residing in the town. The population density was 304.4/km$2$ (797.4/mi2). There were 89 housing units at an average density of 132.2/km$2$ (346.2/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 93.17% White, 3.90% Black or African American, 0.98% from other races, and 1.95% from two or more races. 0.98% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 85 households, out of which 30.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.1% were married couples living together, 16.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.4% were non-families. 28.2% 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 2.41 and the average family size was 2.88.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 25.9% from 25 to 44, 26.8% from 45 to 64, and 16.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.7 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $31,458, and the median income for a family was $32,083. Males had a median income of $30,536 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the town was $13,428. About 4.4% of families and 5.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under the age of eighteen and 12.8% of those 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, Ulm has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

Education
Ulm is in the Hazen School District, which operates Hazen High School.

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Alexander, Arkansas

Alexander is a city in Pulaski and Saline counties in the U.S. state of Arkansas. Located in Central Arkansas, the town was founded as a construction camp for the nearby railroad. Following its completion, the citizens decided to incorporate in 1887. Alexander is home to the Arkansas Juvenile Assessment and Treatment Center. The population was 2,901 at the 2010 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 5.7 sqkm, all land.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 3,385 people, 1,034 households, and 725 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the 2000 census, there were 614 people, 276 households, and 171 families in the town. The population density was 526.8/km$2$ (1,369.5/mi²). There were 305 housing units at an average density of 261.7/km$2$ (680.3/mi²). The racial makeup of the town was 70.68% White, 26.71% Black or African American, 0.49% Native American, 0.98% Asian, 0.33% from other races, and 0.81% from two or more races. 2.28% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Of the 276 households 29.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.1% were married couples living together, 17.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.0% were non-families. 32.6% of households were one person and 6.5% were one person aged 65 or older. The average household size was 2.22 and the average family size was 2.79.

The age distribution was 24.8% under the age of 18, 8.6% from 18 to 24, 33.1% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 10.9% 65 or older. The median age was 33 years. For every 100 females, there were 88.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 75.7 males.

The median household income was $30,050 and the median family income was $35,341. Males had a median income of $28,571 versus $21,958 for females. The per capita income for the town was $15,157. About 9.5% of families and 12.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 9.1% of those under age 18 and 11.0% of those age 65 or over.

Education
The Saline County portion is in the Bryant School District, which operates Bryant High School.

The Pulaski County portion is in the Pulaski County Special School District. It is zoned to Lawson Elementary School, Joe T. Robinson Middle School, and Joe T. Robinson High School.

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Cammack Village, Arkansas

Cammack Village is a city in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 778 as of the 2020 census. It is part of the Little Rock–North Little Rock–Conway metropolitan area.

History
Cammack Village is located on land originally owned by Wiley Dan Cammack. During the 1930s, Cammack allowed the land to be used for a Works Progress Administration roads project. Sometime before 1943, Cammack attempted to have the land annexed by the city of Little Rock, which lay to the east, but the city demurred, stating the land was "too far west". Shortly after that, during World War II, Cammack turned the land over to the United States Government to alleviate military housing shortages at Camp Joseph T. Robinson, Little Rock's primary Army training base at the time. The houses were laid out in rows and built with 870 sqft per unit, according to U.S. Army specifications for family housing. In order to provide for police and fire protection, Cammack pushed for the incorporation of the new neighborhood, which occurred on April 5, 1943.

Annexation efforts continued beyond Wiley Dan Cammack's first attempt. On October 3, 1946, supporters of annexation from both Little Rock and Cammack Village presented a petition for the annexation of Cammack Village to the city of Little Rock to the county clerk of Pulaski County. The petition was approved by the City Council of Little Rock, and the county court ordered that an election be held to determine the will of the voters of both Little Rock and Cammack Village in regard to annexation.

The election was held on November 19, 1946. The returns, as canvassed by the county court, showed that in Little Rock 308 electors voted for the proposed annexation and 112 electors voted against it, and that in Cammack Village 141 electors voted for the annexation and 139 electors voted against it. Because the proposal received a majority of the votes cast in each municipality, on November 26, 1946, Judge L. A. Mashburn issued an order annexing the city.

Following the order, John Coryn, an opponent of annexation, filed suit in the Third Division Circuit Court contesting the election. In his complaint, he alleged that the petition for annexation was improperly filed with the county clerk prior to its presentation to the City Council of Little Rock, that an insufficient number of electors signed this petition, that the officials holding said election were not properly named, and that seven of the 141 persons who voted in favor of said annexation in Cammack Village were not qualified voters. Coryn sought a judgment declaring that the proposal had failed to carry and that the order of annexation was invalid. The court ultimately directed that the cause be put in abeyance to allow proponents of the annexation the opportunity to file a writ of prohibition, which they did on February 10, 1947. See Russell v. Cockrill, 199 S.W.2d 584 (Ark. 1947). This writ, however, was ultimately denied, and Coryn and other opponents of the annexation prevailed.

The city became an example of an enclave, as it is completely surrounded by Little Rock. The city relies upon Little Rock for its water, sewer, power services, and fire protection services. As of January 1, 2014, BFI Waste Services, LLC provides sanitation services for the city. Cammack Village maintains a police force of one to three officers. City government consists of an elected mayor and aldermen, along with a city attorney, recorder, and treasurer. The city maintains two parks, and Jefferson Elementary School of the Little Rock School District is located within its borders.

On April 3, 2008, Cammack Village was a topic of national discussion as it was ravaged by an EF1 tornado that passed through northern Little Rock.

On March 31, 2023, a large portion of Cammack Village sustained severe damage as a result of an EF3 tornado.

Economy
As of January 2007, Cammack Village does not have a local sales tax enacted; however a 6% state and 1% county sales tax does still apply to applicable transactions inside the city limits. The city's operating budget comes from its share of the countywide sales tax. It is also a notorious speed trap; the speed limit for the city is 25 mph. No businesses operate in Cammack Village.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.3 sqmi, all land.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 778 people, 362 households, and 199 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 831 people, 395 households, and 240 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,893.1 PD/sqmi. There were 406 housing units at an average density of 1,413.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 97.83% White, 0.96% Black or African American, 0.36% Native American, 0.24% Asian, 0.36% from other races, and 0.24% from two or more races. 1.44% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 395 households, out of which 27.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 47.8% were married couples living together, 11.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 39.0% were non-families. 33.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.10 and the average family size was 2.70.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 21.7% under the age of 18, 4.8% from 18 to 24, 36.7% from 25 to 44, 19.0% from 45 to 64, and 17.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 76.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 72.7 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $40,909, and the median income for a family was $45,833. Males had a median income of $50,795 versus $33,021 for females. The per capita income for the city was $29,865. About 9.1% of families and 7.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.2% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Neighborhoods
Cammack Village is divided into four subdivisions: Cammack Woods, Jefferson Heights, Palisades Estates, and Pinnacle Point. Today, the city primarily comprises the original military housing located in the Cammack Woods subdivision, though many have been enlarged from their original 870 sqft. Several mansions were also later built on its north end, in the Palisades Estates and Pinnacle Point subdivisions, overlooking the Arkansas River.

Education
Cammack Village is within the Little Rock School District (LRSD).

Thomas Jefferson Elementary School is within Cammack Village, with the entire village zoned to it. Its namesake is Thomas Jefferson, a previous President of the United States. The Cammack family donated the land to the LRSD, which opened the school in 1950. Expansions came in 1954, 1968, and 1996 and a renovation came in 2002. The 1996 addition was an entire wing.

For secondary levels students are zoned to Pulaski Heights Middle School and Little Rock Central High School.

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College Station, Arkansas

College Station is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 600 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Little Rock–North Little Rock–Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 1.2 sqmi, all land.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 469 people, 167 households, and 142 families residing in the CDP.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 766 people, 260 households, and 171 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 683.0 PD/sqmi. There were 309 housing units at an average density of 275.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 1.48% White, 95.78% Black or African American, 0.13% Native American, 0.78% Asian, and 1.83% from two or more races. 0.78% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 260 households, out of which 23.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 26.5% were married couples living together, 32.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 34.2% were non-families. 30.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.67 and the average family size was 3.43.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 23.9% under the age of 18, 10.1% from 18 to 24, 22.8% from 25 to 44, 24.9% from 45 to 64, and 18.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.5 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $14,191, and the median income for a family was $14,464. Males had a median income of $25,893 versus $17,000 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $9,498. About 60.2% of families and 53.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 76.3% of those under age 18 and 28.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
It is within the Pulaski County Special School District. It is zoned to College Station Elementary School (which serves students in kindergarten through grade five), Fuller Middle School, and Wilbur D. Mills University Studies High School.

The Pulaski County SSD established a school in College Station. From 1949 to 1963, Otis Lee Walker was the principal of the school, which was central to the community of College Station. It was originally a single-room white frame building located in the main red-dirt road called Route 2 in Pulaski County. Route 2 is now known as Frazier Pike. Initially the school provided K-8 education, but during the 50s the higher grades of 7 and above were switched to Sweet Home, under the principalship of David Lyons who worked collaboratively with Otis Walker. Two additional frame buildings were added to the original location of the school providing for a cafeteria to accommodate school lunches and a space for school programs. A major fire of unknown origins destroyed much of the school during the late 1950s. The new facility was constructed at the current school location of 4710 Frazier Pike, Little Rock, Arkansas.

Shortly after court-mandated integration in the late 1960s, the black residents of College Station established a "boycott school" known as the Freedom School in protest of a busing plan. This school had an enrollment of 300, but existed for only two weeks.

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Gravel Ridge, Arkansas

Gravel Ridge is a former census-designated place (CDP) in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 3,232 at the 2000 census. It has been annexed into the city of Sherwood and is part of the Little Rock–North Little Rock–Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Geography
Gravel Ridge is located at 34.87°N, -92.18694°W (34.870068, -92.187069).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 1.9 sqmi, all of it land.

History
In a special election on April 1, 2008, voters in Gravel Ridge decided to annex to the adjacent city of Sherwood. The annexation had been contested between Sherwood and Jacksonville. Both cities sought to annex Gravel Ridge, and voters in both cities approved proposals to add Gravel Ridge to their cities. In the April 1 election, Gravel Ridge voters were asked to choose between Sherwood and Jacksonville. The results showed a strong preference for Sherwood, which received 74 percent of the votes to 26 percent for Jacksonville.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,232 people, 1,275 households, and 887 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 1,709.9 PD/sqmi. There were 1,331 housing units at an average density of 704.2 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 80.57% White, 14.17% Black, 0.65% Native American, 1.08% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 1.11% from other races, and 2.38% from two or more races. 2.94% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 1,275 households, out of which 36.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 52.7% were married couples living together, 13.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.4% were non-families. 26.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.53 and the average family size was 3.06.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 26.9% under the age of 18, 10.9% from 18 to 24, 34.4% from 25 to 44, 21.1% from 45 to 64, and 6.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 32 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.1 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $39,551, and the median income for a family was $44,318. Males had a median income of $31,553 versus $21,903 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $16,932. About 7.9% of families and 8.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.6% of those under age 18 and 12.9% 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, Gravel Ridge has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

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Hensley, Arkansas

Hensley is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 139 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Little Rock–North Little Rock–Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area.

History
Founded on January 27, 1882, the settlement is named for William B. Hensley, a 19th-century landowner.

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

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 150 people, 59 households, and 38 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 149.5 PD/sqmi. There were 71 housing units at an average density of 70.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 34.00% White, 64.67% Black or African American, and 1.33% from two or more races.

There were 59 households, out of which 23.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.0% were married couples living together, 20.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 33.9% were non-families. 32.2% 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 2.54 and the average family size was 3.21.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 20.0% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 32.0% from 25 to 44, 22.7% from 45 to 64, and 16.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 87.5 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $26,607, and the median income for a family was $29,286. Males had a median income of $15,417 versus $21,875 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $10,878. There were 21.4% of families and 21.2% of the population living below the poverty line, including no under eighteens and 29.0% of those over 64.

Education
It is within the Pulaski County Special School District. It is zoned to Daisy Bates Elementary School, Fuller Middle School, and Wilbur D. Mills University Studies High School.

Notable resident

 * Julie Mayberry (born c. 1971), American politician

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Jacksonville, Arkansas

Jacksonville is a city in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States, and a suburb of Little Rock. As of the 2010 census, the population of the city was 28,364. It is part of the Little Rock–North Little Rock–Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area with 729,135 people as of 2014.

History
The city is named for Nicholas Jackson, a landowner who deeded the land for the railroad right-of-way to the Cairo & Fulton Railroad in 1870. The community evolved from the settlement surrounding the railroad depot, eventually incorporating in 1941. In 1941, construction began on the Arkansas Ordnance Plant (AOP), which served as the primary facility for the development of fuses and detonators for World War II. Following the war, AOP ceased operations and the land was sold for commercial interests, including the development of the Little Rock Air Force Base in 1955. Today, portions of AOP still remain, including the Arkansas Ordnance Plant Guard House, which is on the National Register of Historic Places and the Jacksonville Museum of Military History. Despite Pulaski County being an Arkansas county that is not a "dry" county, as it allows the sales of beer and liquor, the municipal limits of Jacksonville are "moist", as it does not allow the sales of alcohol in stores, but allows the sale of alcohol in some restaurants with special permits.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 73.1 km2, of which 72.8 km2 is land and 0.3 km2, or 0.42%, 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, Jacksonville has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 29,477 people, 10,333 households, and 7,025 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 29,916 people, 10,890 households, and 8,004 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,134.2 PD/sqmi. There were 11,890 housing units at an average density of 450.8 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 64.17% White, 27.88% Black or African American, 0.50% Native American, 1.98% Asian, 0.13% Pacific Islander, 1.14% from other races, and 2.58% from two or more races. 6.24% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 10,890 households, out of which 40.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 55.1% were married couples living together, 14.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.5% were non-families. 22.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 5.9% 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 3.08.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 29.0% under the age of 18, 12.8% from 18 to 24, 33.2% from 25 to 44, 17.6% from 45 to 64, and 7.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 30 years. For every 100 females, there were 100.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 98.4 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,460, and the median income for a family was $40,381. Males had a median income of $26,708 versus $21,804 for females. The per capita income for the city was $16,369. About 11.9% of families and 14.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 20.5% of those under age 18 and 7.9% of those age 65 or over.

Arts and culture

The Central Arkansas Library System includes the Esther Dewitt Nixon Library in Jacksonville.

Attractions that Jacksonville include:
 * Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation Shooting Sports Complex
 * Bayou Meto Urban Canoe Trail
 * Jacksonville Guitar Center and Museum
 * Jacksonville Museum of Military History
 * Jacksonville Farmers Market
 * Reed’s Bridge Battlefield Heritage Park
 * Splash Zone

Parks and recreation
In this list are the 8 parks currently located within Jacksonville.

 * Dupree Park
 * Fireman Park
 * Excell Park
 * Galloway Park
 * Johnson Park
 * Paradise Park
 * Northlake Park
 * Stagecoach Park

Education
Since 1927, Jacksonville had been part of the Pulaski County Special School District, one of the largest school districts in Arkansas. In the years leading up to September 2008, parts of the Jacksonville community expressed a desire to split from the PCSSD. This measure was approved by the board of the PCSSD during that month, clearing the way, legally, for the formation of what would become Jacksonville North Pulaski School District.

In a response to a petition signed by more than 2,000 voters, the Arkansas Board of Education ordered an election to carve a new school district out of the existing Pulaski County Special School District. Jacksonville voters approved of the separation on September 16, 2014, with a vote of 3,672 for and 202 against (95% to 5%).

According to JNPSD officials, the district would be administered by the Pulaski County Special School District until its final detachment, which became effective July 1, 2016.

The district consists of six elementary schools, one middle school and one high school. The schools include Jacksonville High School, Jacksonville Middle School, Bayou Meto Elementary, Bobby G Lester Elementary, Jacksonville Elementary School, and Murrell Taylor Elementary.

Arkansas State University-Beebe maintains a degree center at Little Rock Air Force Base for post-secondary education.

Notable people

 * Grady Adkins, pitcher for Chicago White Sox 1928-29
 * Homer Martin Adkins, governor of Arkansas, from 1941 to 1945, born in Jacksonville in 1890.
 * Kris Allen, American Idol Season 8 winner
 * Lisa Blount, actress, memorable role An Officer and a Gentleman
 * Dan Hampton, retired NFL football defensive tackle for the Chicago Bears
 * Demetrius Harris, tight end for NFL's Kansas City Chiefs
 * Bob Johnson, Democratic member of the Arkansas House of Representatives
 * Jakob Junis (born 1992), baseball pitcher for the San Francisco Giants
 * Clinton McDonald, defensive tackle for NFL's Tampa Bay Buccaneers
 * Glen Rice, NBA champion in 2000
 * Robert Thomas, NFL football fullback

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Maumelle, Arkansas

Maumelle is a city in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the city's population was 19,251. The city is located northwest of Little Rock, bordering the opposite shore of the Arkansas River and is part of the Little Rock metropolitan area.

History
Maumelle was the location of the second oldest Target Corporation distribution center; the center closed in 2009.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 12.05 sqmi, of which 8.8 sqmi is land and 0.5 sqmi (5.07%) is water.

Demographics
Maumelle belongs to the Little Rock–North Little Rock–Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 19,251 people, 7,383 households, and 5,184 families residing in the city.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 17,163 people, 6,531 households, and 3,174 families residing in the city. The population density was 463.2/km$2$ (1,199.3/mi2). There were 4,294 housing units at an average density of 188.4/km$2$ (487.8/mi2). The racial makeup of the city was 82.9% White, 12.1% Black or African American, 0.40% Native American, 2.3% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 0.41% from other races, and 0.97% from two or more races. 1.77% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 6,531 households, out of which 39.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 66.8% were married couples living together, 8.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.1% were non-families. 19.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.0% 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 2.94.

The population consisted of 25.8% under the age of 18, 5.6% from 18 to 24, 35.2% from 25 to 44, 25.5% from 45 to 64, and 10.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 93.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 88.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $71,826, and the median income for a family was $82,122. Males had a median income of $50,220 versus $35,461 for females. The per capita income for the city was $37,453. 5.3% of the population and 1.3% of families were below the poverty line. Out of the total population, 2.7% of those under the age of 18 and 15.2% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.

Recreation
Maumelle has two recreational lakes, Lake Willastein and Lake Valencia, both surrounded by parkland, bicycle trails, and wooden bridges. Picnicking and fishing are available at both lakes. The Maumelle Veterans Memorial was formally dedicated on April 8, 2006, and is located on the shores of Lake Willastein.

The city has one of the most extensive municipal bicycle trail systems in Arkansas (13 miles) that offers access to wooded greenbelts.

Education
Public education is provided by the Pulaski County Special School District and the city is home to Pine Forest Elementary School (prekindergarten through grade 5), Maumelle Middle School (grades 6 through 8), and Maumelle High School (grades 9 through 12).

Other parts of the city are zoned to Crystal Hill Elementary.

Maumelle is also served by Maumelle Charter School (K-12) inside the city limits. Central Arkansas Christian Schools, a private middle school and high school, is located two miles east of the city limits.

Public libraries
The Maumelle Public Library, located at 10 Lakepoint Drive, is part of the Central Arkansas Library System.

Infrastructure
Water in Maumelle is provided by Central Arkansas Water since March 1, 2016 when it acquired the former utility. All other utilities in the county use surface water from two reservoirs tapped by Central Arkansas Water.

The 4226 ft Big Dam Bridge, the second-longest pedestrian bridge in the United States, is located three miles east of Maumelle along Highway 100 (Maumelle Boulevard). The 14 ft bridge was designed by the United States Army Corps of Engineers and rises 65 ft above the Arkansas River and Murray Lock and Dam. It is the longest pedestrian bridge in North America originally designed and built for that purpose. Pulaski County Judge "Buddy" Villines formally opened the bridge to the public on September 30, 2006.

Notable people

 * Brandon Achor, Republican member of the Arkansas House of Representatives.
 * Drew Smyly, Major League Baseball pitcher for the Chicago Cubs

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McAlmont, Arkansas

McAlmont, also referred to as "Mac Side", is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 1,873 at the 2010 census. The community adjoins eastern North Little Rock, and is part of the Little Rock–North Little Rock–Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 1.6 sqmi, all land.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,447 people, 700 households, and 410 families residing in the CDP.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,922 people, 684 households, and 487 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 1,126.7 PD/sqmi. There were 776 housing units at an average density of 454.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 25.08% White, 70.50% Black or African American, 0.68% Native American, 0.05% Asian, 0.05% Pacific Islander, 0.99% from other races, and 2.65% from two or more races. 1.98% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 684 households, out of which 29.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 38.3% were married couples living together, 24.0% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.8% were non-families. 24.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.81 and the average family size was 3.37.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 29.6% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 25.7% from 25 to 44, 23.4% from 45 to 64, and 12.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 98.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.4 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $19,762, and the median income for a family was $27,174. Males had a median income of $30,855 versus $16,549 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $11,737. About 23.3% of families and 28.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 45.5% of those under age 18 and 21.8% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education in much of the CDP is provided by the Pulaski County Special School District, which operates Harris Elementary School in McAlmont, All of the Pulaski County SSD part of McAlmont is zoned to Harris Elementary. Much of McAlmont is zoned to Sylvan Hills Middle School and Sylvan Hills High School. Some is zoned to Mills Middle School and Wilbur D. Mills High School.

Prior to 1971, students attended Harris High School, which closed as part of the county's desegregation activities. Harris became an elementary school after 1971.

Some portions of the CDP are served by the North Little Rock School District, which operates North Little Rock High School.

title: McAlmont, Arkansas


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North Little Rock, Arkansas

North Little Rock (often abbreviated "NLR") is a city in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. It is the twin city of Little Rock. The population was 64,591 at the 2020 Census, making it the seventh-most populous city in Arkansas.

The city has been experiencing significant beautification efforts over the past few years, resulting in renewed interest from young families and professionals. Areas such as the Argenta Historic District in Downtown have turned into thriving entertainment districts offering theaters, fine dining, bars, gastropubs, and boutiques. It is also home to Dickey-Stephens Park, which hosts the Arkansas Travelers minor league baseball team, and Simmons Bank Arena, the metropolitan area's main entertainment venue. Farther west is Burns Park, one of the largest municipal parks in the United States.

History
Originally named Argenta, Arkansas, it was founded on April 18, 1871. In 1890, the city of Little Rock annexed Argenta as part of its eighth ward, preempting a competing petition to incorporate. As part of a plan to reclaim its independence, Argenta was incorporated on July 17, 1901, as the town of "North Little Rock". By 1904, the state's supreme court allowed North Little Rock to annex what was left of the ward. It readopted the name Argenta in 1906, only to revert to North Little Rock in October 1917. Evidence of the old town can still be found in the North Little Rock City Hall (built in 1914) which contains plaques referring to Argenta, and incorporates "C of A" (i.e. City of Argenta) ornamental features.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 47.0 sqmi, of which 44.8 sqmi is land and 2.2 sqmi (4.58%) is water.

Neighborhoods

 * Amboy
 * Argenta Historic District
 * Arrowhead Manor
 * Chimney Rock
 * Crystal Hill
 * Dark Hollow
 * Indian Hills
 * Lakewood
 * Levy
 * Mid-City
 * Overbrook
 * Park Hill
 * Park Hill Historic District
 * Pike View
 * Rose City
 * Windsor Valley

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, North Little Rock has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.

North Little Rock has a humid subtropical climate with long, hot, and sunny summers and mild, wet winters with little snow. January on average is the coldest month, while July is typically the warmest, though occasionally August can claim the distinction. The overall yearly average temperature is 62.5 degrees. Precipitation averages 45.79 inches a year, with winter and spring tending to be wetter than summer and autumn. Severe thunderstorms can occur, especially during the Spring, on April 25, 2011, a possible tornado struck the air force base in the city.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States Census, there were 64,591 people, 27,903 households, and 14,720 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,234.2 people per square mile.

23.6% of the population were under 18, and 6.9% were under the age of 5. People over 65 made up 16.2% of the population. The gender make up was 51.9% female and 48.1% male.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 62,304 people, 25,542 households, and 16,117 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,348.6 PD/sqmi. There were 27,567 housing units at an average density of 615.2 /sqmi. The city was 54.02% White, 39.73% Black or African American, 0.41% Native American, 0.94% Asian, 0.07% Pacific Islander, 2.71% from other races, and 2.14% from two or more races. 5.71% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 25,542 households, out of which 28.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 41.9% were married couples living together, 17.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 36.9% were non-families. 32.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.2% 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 2.97.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.5% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64, and 14.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 82.9 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $35,578, and the median income for a family was $43,595. Males had a median income of $31,420 versus $24,987 for females. The per capita income for the city was $19,662. About 12.4% of families and 16.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 26.5% of those under age 18 and 11.7% of those age 65 or over.

Points of interest

 * Argenta Historic District
 * Argenta Plaza
 * Arkansas National Guard Museum
 * Burns Park
 * Simmons Bank Arena with the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Museum
 * McCain Mall
 * Lakewood Village
 * Arkansas Inland Maritime Museum, and the Navy tug Hoga, a survivor of the attack on Pearl Harbor, and the USS Razorback (SS-394), which was at the surrender in Tokyo Bay

Sports
Dickey-Stephens Park is the location of the Arkansas Travelers baseball team.

Parks and recreation

 * Arkansas River Trail
 * Big Rock Quarry Park, which includes a Bike Park and Pump Track
 * Burns Park, one of the largest city-owned parks in the United States, contains a baseball and softball complex, soccer complex, campground, two golf courses, hiking trails, amusement park, and tennis complex.
 * Campbell Lake Park
 * Conley Park
 * Crestview Park
 * Emerald Park
 * Fearneyhough Park
 * Idlewild Park
 * North Little Rock Riverfront Park (formally known as North Shore Riverwalk Park)
 * Riverview Park, includes a skate park with street elements and a bowl
 * T. R. Pugh Memorial Park, location of the Old Mill in the movie Gone With The Wind
 * Vestal Park
 * W.C. Faucette Memorial Park
 * Witkowski Park

Government
The City of North Little Rock elected officials are a mayor, city council of city council members (eight total, with two from each of the four wards), city clerk/treasurer, city attorney, and two judges. This is supplemented by a number of boards and commissions composed of city officials and residents.

Intergovernmental Relations
North Little Rock is home to the headquarters of the Arkansas Municipal League (AML), the state's only municipal representation organization. AML prides itself on providing leadership to each city or town before the state and federal governments. It is also a place for discussion and sharing of mutual concerns.

Public primary and secondary schools
Most students attend public schools in the North Little Rock School District which includes:

 * One high school
 * North Little Rock High School grades 9-12
 * One middle school
 * North Little Rock Middle School, which is subdivided into a 6th grade campus and a 7-8th grade campus
 * Nine elementary schools
 * Amboy Elementary
 * Boone Park Elementary
 * Crestwood Elementary
 * Glenview Elementary
 * Indian Hills Elementary
 * Lakewood Elementary
 * Meadow Park Elementary
 * Ridge Road Elementary (formerly Ridge Road Middle School)
 * Seventh Street Elementary
 * One early childhood center
 * Pike View Early Childhood Center

The North Little Rock High School West Campus facility is listed on the National Register of Historic Places for its art-deco architecture style.

In addition, the Pulaski County Special School District administers several other North Little Rock area schools, including:
 * one middle school, and
 * three elementary schools and one elementary magnet school.

Scipio Jones High School, the segregated public school for black children, was established in 1909 and disestablished in 1970.

Private primary and secondary schools
In North Little Rock there are a number of private schools:

 * Calvary Academy (PreK3-12)
 * Central Arkansas Christian Schools (PreK3-12)
 * Immaculate Conception (K-8)
 * North Little Rock Montessori
 * North Little Rock Catholic Academy (PreK3-8)
 * Formed in 2007 by the merger of St. Mary School and St. Patrick School.

North Little Rock previously had a Catholic grade school for black people, St. Augustine School. It closed in 1976.

Post-secondary education

 * University of Arkansas – Pulaski Technical College
 * Shorter College (Arkansas)

Public libraries
The North Little Rock Public Library System has two branches: the Argenta Branch Library and the William F. Laman branch, which was named after a former mayor.

Highways
North Little Rock is also the eastern terminus of Interstate 30 and southern terminus of the Arkansas-designated portion of Interstate 57. Interstate 40, US 65, US 67, and US 167 all run through the city.

Bus
North Little Rock is home to the headquarters of Rock Region Metro, Arkansas's largest transit agency. Before 2015, it was known as CATA (Central Arkansas Transit Authority). That same year, all of CATA's former buses were retrofitted to be energy-efficient. Rock Region's main bus terminal is located in Little Rock nearby the city's River Market. Rock Region also has the Metro Rail streetcars, which are a group of classic black and yellow streetcars that can be seen in Little Rock’s River Market and North Little Rock’s Argenta.

Air
In the city's northern part is the North Little Rock Municipal Airport. It has several hangars and is frequented by people who fly biplanes. It is a reliever airport for Clinton National Airport. It is also home to the National Weather Service North Little Rock, Arkansas. This is a major weather service authority in the region and frequently works with major media platforms to inform Arkansans of weather patterns in the state.

Police
The North Little Rock Police Department operates unmanned aerial vehicles and has been working with a small pilotless helicopter since 2008.

Fire department
In addition to fire and EMS calls, the North Little Rock Fire Department (NLRFD) responds to calls for their Special Operations Response Team, Haz Mat Response Team, and Water Rescue for the Arkansas River.

Hospitals

 * Baptist Health Medical Center - North Little Rock
 * Eugene J. Towbin Healthcare Center
 * Arkansas Surgical Hospital

Notable people

 * Joey Lauren Adams, actress and director
 * Ben M. Bogard, American Baptist Association founder, clergyman in North Little Rock
 * Maxine Brown, country singer (of The Browns fame)
 * A. J. Burnett, former Major League Baseball (MLB) pitcher
 * John Burkhalter, businessman and politician
 * Maurice Clemmons, perpetrator of 2009 Lakewood shooting
 * Donnie Copeland, Pentecostal pastor and member of the Arkansas House of Representatives
 * Jeremy Davis, bassist for pop-punk band Paramore
 * Pat Hays, former mayor of North Little Rock
 * Cliff Hoofman, Justice on the Arkansas Supreme Court
 * Jerry Jones, owner of the Dallas Cowboys
 * Darren McFadden, Dallas Cowboys running back
 * Glenn Myatt, Major League Baseball catcher
 * Tommy Norman, North Little Rock Police Officer, known for positive community policing
 * Charles Robinson, Arkansas State Treasurer
 * Tommy F. Robinson, North Little Rock Police Officer, Pulaski County Sheriff, U.S. Representative
 * Pharoah Sanders, jazz saxophonist
 * Mary Steenburgen, actress
 * Jason White, guitarist for Green Day

Sister cities

 * Uiwang, South Korea

title: North Little Rock, Arkansas


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Landmark, Arkansas

Landmark (formerly known as Parkers-Iron Springs ) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. Per the 2020 census, the population was 3,585. It is part of the Little Rock–North Little Rock–Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 9.3 sqmi, of which, 9.2 mi2 of it is land and 0.1 mi2 of it (8.18%) is water.

There is a small lake, Landmark Lake.

2000 Census
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,499 people, 1,434 households, and 1,059 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 378.0 PD/sqmi. There were 1,564 housing units at an average density of 168.9 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 85.05% White, 11.37% Black or African American, 0.40% Native American, 0.51% Asian, 0.74% from other races, and 1.91% from two or more races. 1.66% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 1,434 households, out of which 26.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.8% were married couples living together, 10.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.1% were non-families. 22.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.6% 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 2.82.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 20.9% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 29.4% from 25 to 44, 29.7% from 45 to 64, and 11.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.7 males. For every 100 females aged 18 and over, there were 96.7 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $39,766, and the median income for a family was $47,813. Males had a median income of $31,782 versus $25,205 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $19,508. About 3.4% of families and 4.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 4.8% of those under age 18 and 1.1% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Landmark is part of the Pulaski County Special School District. It has one school in the CDP, Landmark Elementary School, whose mascot is the Cardinals.

Landmark CDP is divided between Landmark and Daisy Bates elementary schools, and all parts are zoned to Fuller Middle School and Wilbur D. Mills High School.

title: Landmark, Arkansas


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Sherwood, Arkansas

Sherwood is a city in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 32,731, making it the 13th most populous city in Arkansas. It is part of the Little Rock−North Little Rock−Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area with 699,757 people according to the 2010 census.

History
Sherwood was officially incorporated as a town on April 22, 1948. Sherwood moved to a city of Second Class on September 16, 1957, and subsequently as a city of First Class on April 30, 1971.

On March 31, 2023, a damaging tornado passed through Sherwood causing damage. The tornado originally touched down near Little Rock, before it continued on a path which went through Sherwood.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 54.0 km2, of which 53.4 km2 is land and 0.6 km2, or 1.15%, is water.

Climate
Sherwood lies in the humid subtropical climate zone (Köppen Cfa). Sherwood experiences all four seasons and does receive cold air masses from the north. July is the hottest month of the year, with an average high of 92 °F and an average low of 73 °F. Temperatures above 100 °F are somewhat common. January is the coldest month with an average high of 50 °F and an average low of 33 °F. The city's highest temperature was 110 °F, recorded in July 1986. The lowest temperature recorded was -6 °F, in January 1985.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 21,511 people, 8,798 households, and 6,211 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,557.9 PD/sqmi. There were 9,272 housing units at an average density of 671.5 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 80.23% White, 17.83% Black or African American, 0.43% Native American, 0.95% Asian, 0.06% Pacific Islander, 0.83% from other races, and 1.24% from two or more races. 2.05% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 8,798 households, out of which 32.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 57.4% were married couples living together, 10.4% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.4% were non-families. 24.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 6.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.90.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.5% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 32.0% from 25 to 44, 24.4% from 45 to 64, and 10.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 36 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.5 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $44,838, and the median income for a family was $51,510. Males had a median income of $34,133 versus $25,757 for females. The per capita income for the city was $21,515. In Sherwood, 6.3% of the population and 5.4% of families were below the poverty line. In addition, 9.7% of those under the age of 18 and 4.2% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line.

2010 census
As of the census of 2010, there were 29,523 people, 12,207 households, and 8,314 families residing in the city. The racial makeup of the city was 75.3% White, 18.5% Black or African American, 0.5% Native American, 1.6% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.6% from other races, and 2.4% from two or more races. 4.0% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 12,207 households, out of which 30.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.6% were married couples living together, 13.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 31.9% were non-families. 27.0% 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 2.41 and the average family size was 2.92.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 32,731 people, 12,337 households, and 8,324 families residing in the city.

Economy and business
Major employers include customer contact centers for FTD.com and Cardinal Health. Another major employer is CHI St Vincent's North Hospital. In 2017, there were 569 employer firms in the city of Sherwood. 304 of those employer firms were men-owned and 139 of them were women-owned.

Law and government
The City of Sherwood is an incorporated municipality (city of the first class) with a Mayor elected to a four-year term, and eight elected aldermen, a city clerk, and a part-time city attorney.

Mayors
The Sherwood Mayor serves four-year terms, with election held during the November midterm elections. Mayor Mary Jo Heye-Townsell was sworn in on January 1, 2023. Virginia Hillman Young served from August 1, 2007 – December 31, 2022. She was Sherwood's first female mayor. Bill Harmon served as interim mayor April 12, 2007, to July 31, 2007, following the resignation of Mayor Danny Stedman. Harmon had not run for re-election after holding the office of mayor for 14 years through 2006

Crime and enforcement
Sherwood is supported by the Sherwood Police Department (SPD) since 1964. According to the city's website, the City of Sherwood has the lowest crime rate in the Arkansas.

Fire and emergency services
Sherwood is supported by the Sherwood Fire Department (SFD) since 1950. Additionally, the city has formed an Office of Emergency Management (OEM) to respond in cases of natural or man-made disasters.

CHI St Vincent's North Hospital is a non-profit 69 bed hospital with an emergency department that sees about 20,000 patients per year. The hospital is classified as a Level IV Trauma Center by the State of Arkansas. Services offered include Emergency Medicine, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, and Internal Medicine including critical care. Outpatient services include lab, radiology, as well as clinics for GI medicine and Neurology.

Gravel Ridge
The community of Gravel Ridge, located at 34.87°N, -92.18694°W (34.870068, -92.187069), was a census-designated place (CDP) in Pulaski County that was annexed into the city of Sherwood in 2008. Gravel Ridge, located between western Jacksonville and the Sylvan Hills area of Sherwood, had a population of 3,232 and total area of 1.9 sqmi, as of the 2000 census.

Annexation
Gravel Ridge carried ties to both Jacksonville and Sherwood for many years. Its telephone number prefix is shared with Sherwood, while Gravel Ridge shares a ZIP code with Jacksonville. On February 5, 2008, a special election was held in Jacksonville for the annexation of Gravel Ridge into Jacksonville. Upon the Jacksonville ballot issue being announced, Sherwood Mayor Hillman and the Sherwood city council ordered a special election for March 11, 2008, to gauge support for the annexation of Gravel Ridge into Sherwood. In each of the cities' respective elections, each city's residents as well as the residents of Gravel Ridge voted. The proposal for annexation into either Jacksonville or Sherwood passed in each election. The result prompted a third special election for Gravel Ridge residents only on April 1, 2008, to vote on whether they wanted to be annexed into Sherwood or Jacksonville, with voters ultimately deciding in favor of annexation by Sherwood.

Gravel Ridge was formally annexed during the Sherwood city council meeting on April 28, 2008, during which the territory comprising the one-time census designated place was divided along Arkansas Highway 107 into additions to the first and second wards of Sherwood.

Education
Sherwood is home to several public and private schools for elementary and secondary education. Students seeking higher education often attend nearby colleges and universities including the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and University of Central Arkansas.

Public schools
The city's public schools are managed by the Pulaski County Special School District. The city's public high school is Sylvan Hills High School. Other public schools include: Sylvan Hills Junior High School, Sylvan Hills Middle School, Cato Elementary School, Bill Clinton Elementary Magnet School, Oakbrooke Elementary School, Sherwood Elementary School and Sylvan Hills Elementary School.

In 2008, LISA Academy North opened as a public charter school focused on STEM fields.

Private schools
The Abundant Life School, now known as Abundant Life Christian Academy, is a co-educational private school for grades pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).

Other private schools include Victory Baptist Elementary School, Central Arkansas Christian Schools, and Immaculate Conception Catholic School.

Public libraries
The Central Arkansas Library System includes the Amy Sanders Library in Sherwood, which is a 9800 ft2 facility that offers a variety of books, DVDs, public computers, and wireless Internet access. The library, named in 1988 in honor of Amy Sanders, Sherwood's city clerk for more than 14 years, offers numerous children's programs.

Media
The Sherwood Voice is a local weekly newspaper serving the city and its nearby communities in Pulaski County with its print publication and website. As a community newspaper, articles are centered around local news, issues, classified ads and events. Sports coverage is usually limited to the area's middle school and high school teams.

Sherwood is home to the several radio stations:
 * KOKY (102.1 FM) that plays an urban adult contemporary playlist, and
 * KMTL (760 AM) that produces a religious radio format, both serving the Little Rock metro area.

Transportation
The primary mode of local transportation in Sherwood is the automobile, though efforts have been made to increase the availability of alternative modes of transportation, including biking and walking paths, wide sidewalks, and buses.

Highways
The following is a list of the freeways located in or near the Sherwood area:
 * Within Sherwood:
 * I-57 (Future).svg Future Interstate 57
 * US 67.svg U.S. Route 67
 * US 167.svg U.S. Route 167
 * Arkansas 107.svg Arkansas Highway 107
 * Near Sherwood:
 * I-30 (AR).svg Interstate 30
 * I-40 (AR).svg Interstate 40
 * I-440 (AR 1961).svg Interstate 440

Healthcare
Sherwood is home to several hospitals including:
 * St. Vincent Medical Center North—Facility that includes a Level IV trauma center, surgical suites and St. Vincent Heart Clinic Arkansas, and the Jack Stephens Heart Institute.
 * St. Vincent Rehabilitation Hospital—Serves as a 60-bed acute rehabilitation hospital.

Parks
In this list are the 14 parks currently located within Sherwood.

 * Henson Park
 * Pickthorne Park
 * Austin Lake Park
 * Storer Park
 * Sherwood Dog Park
 * Devon Park
 * Delmont Park
 * Fairway Park
 * Hughes Park
 * Lake Cherrywood Park
 * Indianhead Park
 * Verona Park
 * Thornhill Park
 * Stonehill Park

Places of interest
In addition to the city's 17 community parks and recreational facilities, the following places of interest exist:
 * Roundtop Filling Station—Historic gasoline filling station; listed on the National Register of Historic Places
 * Bill Harmon Recreation Center
 * The Greens at North Hills Municipal Golf Course; listed on the National Register of Historic Places
 * Lake Cherrywood
 * Indianhead Lake
 * Sherwood Splash Pad
 * Amy Sanders Library
 * Thornhill Park and Pool; featuring a public fishing area and outdoor workout equipment

Notable people

 * Joey Lauren Adams, actress and director
 * Wes Bentley, film actor
 * John Burkhalter, businessman and Democratic politician
 * Kelly George, Miss Arkansas USA 2007
 * Jeff Henderson, world-class long jump and sprinter
 * Mark Lowery, member of the Arkansas House of Representatives from Pulaski County since 2013
 * Kevin McReynolds, former professional baseball player
 * Bryce Mitchell, undefeated UFC featherweight contender
 * Mathew Pitsch, Republican member of the Arkansas House of Representatives
 * Christina Marie Riggs, a woman who killed her children, later executed by lethal injection
 * Jennifer Sherrill, Miss Arkansas USA 2004
 * Terry Tiffee, professional baseball player
 * Ashur Tolliver, current professional baseball player
 * Harry Vines, former coach of Arkansas Rollin' Razorbacks

North Hills Country Club controversy
The city was involved in a lawsuit over the development of North Hills Golf Course and Country Club, in the southern end of the city adjoining North Little Rock. A court date was scheduled in April 2008. Mayor Virginia Hillman repeatedly stated during her campaign for mayor for the special election that her plans were to put the issue to a vote for the citizens. A petition was circulated to hold an election on the issue, but the Sherwood City Council voted to go ahead with the acquisition despite Mayor Hillman's objections. The issue was last discussed at the Sherwood city council meeting at 7:00 P.M. on Monday, September 24, 2007. A re-zoning sign was placed on the North Hills property the week before Christmas of that year.

On July 21, 2008, the Sherwood City Council approved an ordinance authorizing the settlement of all litigated claims related to the property and structures commonly referred to as North Hill Country Club, which allowed the City of Sherwood to purchase of this property. Since the spring of 2010, the city operates the property as The Greens at North Hills Municipal Golf Course.

On July 28, 2010, the originally named Sylvan Hills Country Club Golf Course constructed in 1927 was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

2009 Theft of City Funds
In July 2009, after city officials were notified by Eagle Bank in December 2008, the Federal Bureau of Investigation began investigating the theft of $219,913 in municipal funds. These funds were taken from the city's checking account through an unauthorized online electronic transfer. This was the first time the city had experienced unauthorized accessing the city's checking account via the internet. In response, city officials analyzed city's security system to its financial network and additional safeguards and protections were implemented.

Debtor's Prison
Nikki Petree was released on August 25, 2016, after spending 35 days in county jail for bouncing a $28.93 check five years ago. Judge Milas Hale, who is accused of running a modern-day debtors' prison in Sherwood, Ark., sentenced the mother to jail; the Huffington Post reports Petree has been arrested seven times in connection with that charge and paid at least $640 to the city for the charge. She told the Post she still owes the city $1,300.

"Every time [I’d] go to jail, they’d let me out immediately for $100,” Petree said in an interview. “They’d turn around and add $600 or $700 more to my bond. I couldn't afford to pay. They cornered me, and there was no way out from underneath it. I felt overwhelmed and hopeless.

Petree said prior to her sentencing, Judge Hale asked Petree how much money she could pay today. The judge and the city are facing a federal lawsuit over their alleged practice of unconstitutionally jailing defendants who are unable to pay court fines, fees, and costs.

title: Sherwood, Arkansas


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Sweet Home, Arkansas

Sweet Home is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. Its population was 849 at the 2010 census. It is part of the 'Little Rock-North Little Rock-AR Metropolitan Statistical Area'.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.1 sqmi, of which 3.9 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi (2.72%) is water.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 712 people, 259 households, and 125 families residing in the CDP.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,070 people, 385 households, and 267 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 272.0 PD/sqmi. There were 463 housing units at an average density of 117.7 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 24.11% White, 74.02% Black or African American, 0.37% Native American, 0.09% Asian, and 1.40% from two or more races. 1.12% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 385 households, out of which 29.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 38.4% were married couples living together, 23.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.4% were non-families. 27.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.78 and the average family size was 3.42.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 30.7% under the age of 18, 8.5% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 23.0% from 45 to 64, and 12.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 35 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 81.0 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $23,352, and the median income for a family was $30,781. Males had a median income of $22,069 versus $21,643 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $8,868. About 21.7% of families and 25.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 23.3% of those under age 18 and 60.0% of those age 65 or over.

History
Most of the geographical history of Sweet Home and the surrounding areas was farms and fields. After bauxite mining between the 1940s through 1960s many blue holes were formed in the Sweet Home Area.

Sweet Home was the site of the Arkansas Confederate Soldiers' Home from 1890 to 1955, but the home was moved to the grounds of the Schools for the Deaf and Blind in Little Rock from 1955 to 1963. The Hanger Cotton Gin is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Education
Sweet Home is zoned to College Station Elementary School, Fuller Middle School, and Wilbur D. Mills University Studies High School.

Personalities
Writer and poet Henry Dumas (1934–1968)

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Woodson, Arkansas

Woodson is a census-designated place (CDP) in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. Its population was 403 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Little Rock–North Little Rock–Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area. Woodson and its accompanying Woodson Lake and Wood Hollow are the namesake for Ed Wood Sr., a prominent plantation owner, trader, and businessman at the turn of the 20th century. Woodson is adjacent to the Wood Plantation, the largest of the plantations own by Ed Wood Sr.

History
Ed Wood, Sr. founded a settlement in central Arkansas after migrating from Alabama with his mother circa 1880. What is now called Woodson was known for much of the area's early history as "Wood Hollow" in recognition of Ed Wood Sr. and his 1890 purchase of the first black-owned plantation in Arkansas.

In the period following Radical Reconstruction, Ed Wood, Sr. began hosting gathering of the Prince Hall Freemasonry, of which he was a founding member of the Arkansas Lodge and held rank of highest degree. It was in these meetings at the Wood Plantation that he became an associated with Scipio Africanus Jones, John E. Bush, Chester W. Keatts, and John Hamilton McConico. From these meetings, a vibrant African-American Establishment matured. Wood was able to sustain the Prince Hall Lodge, but his contemporaries spun off to form the Mosaic Templars of America.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 4.4 sqmi, of which 4.3 sqmi is land and 0.1 sqmi (2.29%) is water.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 346 people, 141 households, and 82 families residing in the CDP.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 445 people, 177 households, and 113 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 97.6 PD/sqmi. There were 198 housing units at an average density of 43.4 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the CDP was 24.94% White, 73.93% Black or African American, and 1.12% from two or more races.

There were 177 households, out of which 27.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.4% were married couples living together, 19.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.6% were non-families. 33.3% 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 2.51 and the average family size was 3.26.

In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 23.8% under the age of 18, 7.4% from 18 to 24, 25.2% from 25 to 44, 29.2% from 45 to 64, and 14.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 41 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.4 males.

The median income for a household in the CDP was $28,750, and the median income for a family was $35,781. Males had a median income of $22,143 versus $30,893 for females. The per capita income for the CDP was $12,854. About 13.5% of families and 15.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 12.1% of those under age 18 and none of those age 65 or over.

Education
It is within the Pulaski County Special School District.

It is zoned to Daisy Bates Elementary School, Fuller Middle School, and Wilbur D. Mills University Studies High School.

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Wrightsville, Arkansas

Wrightsville is a city in Pulaski County, Arkansas, United States. Its population was 1,542 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Little Rock–North Little Rock–Conway Metropolitan Statistical Area. Located on Highway 365, Wrightsville existed as an unincorporated community for more than a century before it was incorporated late in the 20th century. Since 1981, it has been home to a major Arkansas Department of Corrections facility, which is the principal employer.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.1 sqmi, of which 2.0 sqmi is land and 0.49% is water.

Arkansas Negro Boys' Industrial School
The Arkansas Negro Boys' Industrial School (1927-1968) was a juvenile correctional facility for black male youth in Arkansas. There were two locations in 1936, one in Jefferson County and one in Wrightsville 10 mi southeast of Little Rock. A fire in 1959 at the children's dormitory killed twenty-one victims. There were 59 boys locked inside of the school intentionally when it was set ablaze.

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 1,542 people, 276 households, and 143 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, there were 1,368 people, 262 households, and 193 families residing in the city. The population density was 667.6 PD/sqmi. There were 291 housing units at an average density of 142.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the city was 24.12% White, 74.56% Black or African American, 0.07% Native American, 0.29% Asian, 0.29% from other races, and 0.66% from two or more races. 0.29% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 262 households, out of which 32.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 42.4% were married couples living together, 24.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.3% were non-families. 23.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 8.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.86 and the average family size was 3.37.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 16.5% under the age of 18, 13.7% from 18 to 24, 44.0% from 25 to 44, 18.6% from 45 to 64, and 7.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were 250.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 299.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $28,036, and the median income for a family was $32,500. Males had a median income of $26,563 versus $20,000 for females. The per capita income for the city was $9,518. About 21.5% of families and 22.6% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.4% of those under age 18 and 28.0% of those age 65 or over.

Economy
The Arkansas Department of Corrections Wrightsville Unit focuses on educational and rehabilitative services, aiding in workforce preparation, substance abuse recovery, and other aspects of re-entry into society for as many as 850 male and 200 female inmates. A 212-inmate capacity boot camp program was administered at the site for first-time non-violent inmates, along with a 50-inmate capacity female work release program, operated by the ADC since 1990. Since 2011, faith based program Pathway to Freedom has served the Hawkins Men unit, and the Hawkins female unit has taken up industry and food services programs. Wrightsville men's unit houses many programs: Agriculture – Beef Production, Forage Production; Arkansas State Police Barracks (located in Little Rock); Braille Program; Canine Unit; GED Program; WAGE job skills; Industry Operations – Graphic Arts, Furniture Manufacturing, and Data Imaging; Reentry Program; Regional Maintenance; Substance Abuse Therapeutic Community Program (TC); Substance Abuse Treatment Program (SATP); and ACI Warehouse vocational program. It is a major employer in the community, with a staff of 169 employees in various fields. The land occupied by the unit formerly housed the Arkansas Negro Boys' Industrial School.

Wrightsville also serves as the city of license for one Little Rock area radio station, KLAL-FM, and the U.S. Postal Service operates the Wrightsville Post Office.

Education
Wrightsville is within the Pulaski County Special School District. It is zoned to Daisy Bates Elementary School, Mills Middle School, and Wilbur D. Mills University Studies High School.

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Biggers, Arkansas

Biggers is a town in Randolph County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 305 at the 2020 census.

History
During the first half of the 19th century, what is now Biggers was part of a large plantation owned by Arkansas governor Thomas Stevenson Drew. In 1889, a businessman named Benjamin Franklin Bigger, the town’s namesake, bought the land at the town site and established a ferry and distillery. In 1901, a depot was established with the completion of the Southern Missouri and Arkansas Railroad (later part of the St. Louis–San Francisco Railway).

Geography
The Current River passes through the northern part of town.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 1.0 sqmi, of which 1.0 sqmi is land and 0.04 sqmi (1.92%) is water.

List of highways

US Highways 62 and 67 run concurrently, just to the southeast of town; no actual state or federal maintained highway runs through the town, however, the original U.S. Highway 67 did run through the town as the current day, "Biggers-Reyno Road" before the town was bypassed and the original route was decommissioned.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 355 people, 139 households, and 99 families residing in the town. The population density was 347.9 PD/sqmi. There were 149 housing units at an average density of 146.0 /sqmi. The racial makeup of the town was 95.49% White, 1.97% Black or African American, 1.41% Native American, 0.28% from other races, and 0.85% from two or more races. 0.28% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 139 households, out of which 28.1% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 61.9% were married couples living together, 6.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 28.1% were non-families. 23.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.5% 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 2.98.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 7.3% from 18 to 24, 26.2% from 25 to 44, 20.8% from 45 to 64, and 21.4% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 95.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 90.8 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $26,250, and the median income for a family was $31,250. Males had a median income of $19,821 versus $17,917 for females. The per capita income for the town was $10,926. About 13.5% of families and 17.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 18.9% of those under age 18 and 22.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Corning School District serves Biggers. The consolidation of Biggers-Reyno School District into the Corning District was effective July 1, 2004. Prior to that point, the community was served by Biggers-Reyno High School in Biggers, and Biggers-Reyno Elementary School in Reyno.

A small slice of the city north of the Current River lies within the Maynard School District.

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Maynard, Arkansas

Maynard is a town in Randolph County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 379 at the 2020 census.

Maynard is home to the Maynard Pioneer Museum and Park. A jail built in 1936 has a door made of wagon wheel rims. The last time it was used was in 1988, when it temporarily housed a man charged with public intoxication. The jail is beside Maynard Community Center.

History
Maynard was settled in the late 19th century. John Maynard, formerly a captain in the Confederate Army, spent some time in Texas before moving to Arkansas in 1872, where he opened a dry goods store, and farmed 900 acres, mostly cotton. Other families and businessmen joined him in the village they called New Prospect. When they applied for a post office in 1885 that name was rejected and the office was named ‘Maynard.’ The town incorporated as Maynard in 1895.

Abbott Institute — later known as Maynard Baptist Academy and Ouachita Baptist Academy — was a boarding school established in 1894. Abbott Institute joined a school network associated with a college now known as Ouachita Baptist University in Arkadelphia.

In 1928, Maynard Baptist Academy was sold to the Maynard School District. Its facilities were then used by the public school. All that remains of the academy today is an arch built by Maynard Baptist Academy's class of 1927, its last class. In 2008, Maynard School Alumni Association restored the arch on the school grounds as a memorial to the academy.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 2.9 km2, all land.

List of highways

 * [[Image:Arkansas 115.svg|24px]] Highway 115
 * [[Image:Arkansas 166.svg|24px]] Highway 166
 * [[Image:Arkansas 328.svg|24px]] Highway 328

Demographics
There were 175 households, out of which 25.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.7% were married couples living together, 10.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.1% were non-families. 33.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.18 and the average family size was 2.78.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 24.1% under the age of 18, 8.7% from 18 to 24, 22.8% from 25 to 44, 22.0% from 45 to 64, and 22.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 87.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.3 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $17,206, and the median income for a family was $23,056. Males had a median income of $20,625 versus $15,357 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,668. About 14.8% of families and 27.0% of the population were below the poverty line, including 38.3% of those under age 18 and 18.3% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Public education for elementary and secondary school students is provided by the Maynard School District, which includes:

 * Maynard Elementary School
 * Maynard High School

Notable people
Notable individuals who were born in or have lived in Maynard:
 * Drew Bowers, a native of Pocahontas, Arkansas attended the Maynard Baptist Academy in the mid-1890s.
 * Jonathan Dismang, Arkansas state senator for District 28 in White County; a native of Maynard.

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O'Kean, Arkansas

O'Kean is a town in Randolph County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 192 at the 2020 census.

History
O’Kean was settled before the Civil War, and is named for the priest of the St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Father James O’Kean, who frequently stopped in the community en route to nearby Pocahontas. With the construction of the St. Louis, Iron Mountain and Southern Railway in the 1870s, O’Kean expanded rapidly. A railroad tie manufacturing operation was among the businesses established in the city during the period. O’Kean incorporated in 1913.

Geography
O'Kean is bordered by Greene County to the east, and one mile north of Lawrence County. The town is concentrated around the intersection of Arkansas Highway 90 and Arkansas Highway 34, southeast of Pocahontas.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 2.6 km$2$ (1.0 mi2), all land.

List Of Highways

 * Arkansas 34.svg Highway 34
 * [[Image:Arkansas 90.svg|22px]] Highway 90

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 201 people, 85 households, and 58 families residing in the town. The population density was 77.6/km$2$ (200.5/mi2). There were 93 housing units at an average density of 35.9/km$2$ (92.8/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 96.52% White, 0.50% Pacific Islander, and 2.99% from two or more races. 0.50% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 85 households, out of which 25.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.9% were married couples living together, 3.5% had a female householder with no husband present, and 30.6% were non-families. 27.1% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.8% 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 2.90.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 20.4% under the age of 18, 9.0% from 18 to 24, 23.9% from 25 to 44, 31.8% from 45 to 64, and 14.9% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 91.4 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 100.0 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $24,688, and the median income for a family was $35,208. Males had a median income of $16,667 versus $16,750 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,342. About 22.6% of families and 24.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 34.8% of those under the age of eighteen and 9.5% of those 65 or over.

Education
The town of O'Kean, along with a portion of southeast Randolph County, is located within the Greene County Tech School District. The zoned schools are in Paragould, and Greene County Tech High School is the local high school.

It was previously served by the O'Kean School District which had elementary and high school facilities. The Delaplaine School District absorbed the O'Kean district, including the elementary school, and O'Kean High School closed. In 1962 Delaplaine Elementary School took responsibility for elementary education as the O'Kean Elementary School was shuttered. Therefore when the Delaplaine district was in operation, students attended Delaplaine Elementary and Delaplaine High School. On July 1, 2004, the Delaplaine district merged into the Greene County Tech School District. In 2007 the Greene County district closed Delaplaine Schools and redirected O'Kean students to the campuses in Paragould.

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Pocahontas, Arkansas

Pocahontas is a city in and the county seat of Randolph County, Arkansas, United States, along the Black River. According to the 2010 Census Bureau, the population of the city was 6,608.

Pocahontas has a number of historic buildings, including the Old Randolph County Courthouse built in 1871, the St. Mary's AME Church, and the Pocahontas Colored School built in 1918, the latter of which is now home to the Eddie Mae Herron Center.

History
This city was named after the Native American from Jamestown, Virginia. A statue of her is located in Overlook Park along the Black River.

The family of Dr. Ransom S. Bettis is given the credit for being the first settlers on the land now called Pocahontas. Dr. Bettis' daughter, Cinderella, married Thomas S. Drew, and lived on 800 acres where the town of Biggers now exists. Bettis and Drew led the founding of Pocahontas as the county seat of Randolph County.

Randolph County is famous for many "firsts"; Arkansas' oldest town, Davidsonville, was established in 1815. The first Arkansas post office was built in Davidsonville in 1817, and the first state courthouse was established in 1818. The earliest land claim was in 1809 near what is now Ravenden Springs. The first actual term of court convened in Arkansas was in 1815 in a part of Lawrence County that was given over to Randolph County. And the country's first overland route, the Natchitoches Trail, went through parts of Randolph County.

In 1835, the Territorial Legislature granted the formation of Randolph County from part of the area then called Lawrence County. The county was named after John Randolph, who was one of the first settlers in the area.

Randolph County encompasses the rolling hills of the Ozarks to the west and rich, flat farmland of the Mississippi Delta to the east. Five rivers flow through the county, providing access to fishing and canoeing. Soybeans, rice, and other grains are the principal crops in the Delta region, while cattle ranching dominates the hill country. The poultry industry is also a vital part of the area economy.

During the early part of the Civil War, Camp Shaver, located in Pocahontas, was the headquarters for Confederate forces west of the Mississippi River.

The industrial base is diversified, with products such as shoes, large truck trailers, technical components for communications, picture frames, golf bags and luggage, tool boxes, wood products and more.

Pocahontas is the county seat with a population of 6,616. The other 10,407 residents of Randolph County live in rural areas and five incorporated communities - Maynard, Biggers, Reyno, Ravenden Springs and O'Kean.

Local legend holds that Pocahontas was named the county seat through an act of trickery. Supposedly, at the county meeting to determine which city would receive the title, the delegation from Pocahontas brought in large quantities of alcohol and distributed them to the other delegations. When the time came to vote, the only delegation not passed out or otherwise influenced was that from Pocahontas.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 7.6 sqmi, of which 7.3 sqmi is land and 0.2 sqmi (2.78%) is water.

Climate
The climate of the city is characterized by relatively high temperatures and evenly distributed precipitation throughout the year. The Köppen climate classification subtype for this climate is "Cfa" (humid subtropical climate).

2020 census
As of the 2020 United States census, there were 7,371 people, 2,748 households, and 1,575 families residing in the city.

2000 census
As of the census of 2000, 6,518 people, 2,693 households, and 1,742 families resided in the city. The population density was 886.6 PD/sqmi. The 2,924 housing units averaged a density of 397.7 per square mile (153.6/km$2$). The racial makeup of the city was 97.27% Caucasian, 1.10% African American, 0.44% Native American, 0.08% Asian, 0.20% from other races, and 0.91% from two or more races, with about 0.89% of the population Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Of the 2,693 households, 30.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 48.0% were married couples living together, 13.1% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.3% were not families. Around 31.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 17.3% 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 2.94.

In the city, the population was distributed as 23.7% under the age of 18, 9.7% from 18 to 24, 25.5% from 25 to 44, 20.1% from 45 to 64, and 21.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.6 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 78.5 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $24,450, and for a family was $29,525. Males had a median income of $26,382 versus $18,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,529. About 15.6% of families and 18.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 24.9% of those under age 18 and 16.5% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Pocahontas is home to the Pocahontas School District. Public schools include Alma Spikes Elementary School, M. D. Williams Intermediate School, Pocahontas Junior High School, and Pocahontas High School. Pocahontas' school mascot is the Redskins. Pocahontas is also home to St. Paul Elementary School, a private Catholic school serving pre-kindergarten through sixth grade. St Paul's mascot is the Sabers.

Pocahontas is the home of Black River Technical College.

Media
The Pocahontas Star Herald is published weekly, on Thursdays. It began publication in 1880, and is owned by Corning Publishing.
 * Newspapers

Pocahontas is home to KPOC/KRLW/KIYS radio stations. The stations' "better known names" are: KPOC-FM is better known as Lite 104.1 FM; KPOC is News Sports Talk 1420 AM; KIYS is Country 106.3 FM; and KRLW is Oldies 1320 AM. While the KRLW and KIYS radio stations are broadcast centrally to the Walnut Ridge/Hoxie area (a community some 15 miles away), the broadcasting site and main offices are centered with KPOC inside Pocahontas. The stations are operated by Combined Media Group Inc.
 * Radio stations

Highways

 * [[Image:Arkansas 90.svg|22px]] Highway 90
 * [[Image:Arkansas 115.svg|24px]] Highway 115
 * [[Image:Arkansas 166.svg|24px]] Highway 166
 * [[Image:Arkansas 251.svg|24px]] Highway 251
 * [[Image:Arkansas 304.svg|24px]] Highway 304
 * [[Image:Arkansas 251.svg|24px]] Highway 251
 * [[Image:Arkansas 304.svg|24px]] Highway 304

Medical care

 * St. Bernards Five Rivers Medical Center
 * Pocahontas Medical Clinic

Airport

 * Pocahontas Municipal Airport (M70)

Notable people

 * William Herbert Allaire Jr.- U.S. Army general
 * Larry P. Arnn, a Pocahontas native, president of Hillsdale College, Hillsdale, Mich.
 * Edwin Bethune, a former member of the United States House of Representatives, graduated from Pocahontas High School
 * Drew Bowers, Arkansas politician and lawyer, was born near Pocahontas in 1886.
 * Linda Collins-Smith, Republican member of the Arkansas Senate and business owner
 * Jim Johnston, former composer for World Wrestling Entertainment
 * Billy Lee Riley, Pocahontas native and American rockabilly musician, singer
 * Wear Schoonover, Pocahontas native, was the first University of Arkansas athlete in any sport named to an All-American team.
 * Trey Steimel, member of the Alabama House of Representatives

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Ravenden Springs, Arkansas

Ravenden Springs is a town in Randolph County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 119 at the 2020 census.

Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 3.0 km$2$ (1.1 mi2), all land.

 * [[Image:Arkansas 90.svg|22px]] Highway 90 is the only highway that passes through the town.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 137 people, 63 households, and 38 families residing in the town. The population density was 46.0/km$2$ (119.4/mi2). There were 83 housing units at an average density of 27.9/km$2$ (72.3/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 100.00% White.

There were 63 households, out of which 23.8% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.2% were married couples living together, 7.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 38.1% were non-families. 33.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 23.8% 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 2.79.

In the town, the population was spread out, with 18.2% under the age of 18, 8.0% from 18 to 24, 26.3% from 25 to 44, 22.6% from 45 to 64, and 24.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 43 years. For every 100 females, there were 82.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 72.3 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $19,688, and the median income for a family was $23,438. Males had a median income of $21,667 versus $21,250 for females. The per capita income for the town was $13,342. There were 5.7% of families and 10.5% of the population living below the poverty line, including 12.5% of under eighteens and 12.2% of those over 64.

Education
All or portions of Ravenden Springs is provided public education for elementary and secondary students from Sloan-Hendrix School District, which leads students to graduate from Sloan-Hendrix High School.

It was served by the Randolph County School District until July 1, 2004, when it consolidated with the Williford School District to form the Twin Rivers School District. On July 1, 2010, the Twin Rivers district was dissolved. Pocahontas school district received a portion of the Twin Rivers district. The Twin Rivers district operated the Oak Ridge Central Campus in an unincorporated area near Ravenden Springs.

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Reyno, Arkansas

Reyno is a city in Randolph County, Arkansas, United States. The population was 456 at the 2010 census.

History
The town was originally called Needmore, and was located one and one-half miles south of its present location. This name was changed to Cherokee Bay when the post office operating by that name moved there from its location at Shoemaker's Ferry on Current River. The name was changed again, this time to Reyno, a shortened version of Reynolds, named for Dennis Wells Reynolds, a merchant who opened the town's first store and built the first home there in 1857. In 1901, the town relocated to its present site to be adjacent to the newly built St. Louis-San Francisco Railway there. Upon relocation, the new town adopted the name of Esselwood, but reverted to Reyno due to the majority of residents moving from the previous location.

Geography
Reyno is located at 36.36222°N, -90.75472°W (36.362304, -90.754772).

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 2.6 km$2$ (1.0 mi2), all land.

List of highways

 * Arkansas 328.svg Highway 328
 * Arkansas 328.svg Highway 328
 * Arkansas 328.svg Highway 328

U.S. Highway 62 and 67 run concurrently, just to the southeast of town.

Demographics
As of the census of 2000, there were 484 people, 193 households, and 143 families residing in the town. The population density was 183.2/km$2$ (474.7/mi2). There were 224 housing units at an average density of 84.8/km$2$ (219.7/mi2). The racial makeup of the town was 94.83% White, 3.51% Black or African American, 1.24% Native American, and 0.41% from two or more races. 0.62% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race.

There were 193 households, out of which 39.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 51.8% were married couples living together, 18.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 25.9% were non-families. 23.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.4% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.51 and the average family size was 2.94.

In the town the population was spread out, with 31.4% under the age of 18, 6.6% from 18 to 24, 27.9% from 25 to 44, 20.9% from 45 to 64, and 13.2% 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 88.6 males.

The median income for a household in the town was $21,250, and the median income for a family was $27,500. Males had a median income of $23,542 versus $17,115 for females. The per capita income for the town was $11,373. About 30.1% of families and 36.9% of the population were below the poverty line, including 50.0% of those under age 18 and 25.7% of those age 65 or over.

Education
Corning School District serves Reyno. The consolidation of Biggers-Reyno School District into the Corning District was effective July 1, 2004. Prior to that point, the community was served by Biggers-Reyno High School in Biggers, and Biggers-Reyno Elementary School in Reyno.

title: Reyno, Arkansas