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- Country: U.S.A
- State: Arkansas
- County: Pulaski
- Mayor: Mark Stodola City of Little Rock: Mayor's Office: Mayor Mark Stodola
- Language spoken: English
- Currency: U.S. Dollar (USD)
- Country code: 1
- Area code: +501Time and Date: Little Rock, Arkansas
- Time zone: CST (GMT - 6 hrs)
- Became a city in 1831Online Highway: Little Rock, Arkansas
- City population: 187,452 (2007) U.S. Census Bureau: Little Rock, AR
- Climate: Temperate mediterranean
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Geography
Little Rock is located in central Arkansas and sits on the south bank of the Arkansas River. Two creeks run through Little Rock: Fourche Creek and Rock Creek. The western part of Little Rock is situated in the Ouachita Mountains. North Little Rock is located just across the river from Little Rock, but is considered a different city. Little Rock's climate is humid subtropical with hot humid summers and chilly winters. -
History
In 1819, Little Rock was home to a few settlers, with just a few crude buildings and log huts. By the late 1820s, Little Rock had 400 settlers and 60 buildings, mostly fashioned from logs. The Arkansas Gazette was founded in Little Rock in 1819 and is the oldest newspaper west of the Mississippi. Local schools opened in 1823, followed by churches the next year. A road was constructed between Memphis and Little Rock with $15,000 designated by Congress, and was completed in 1826. When Arkansas became a state in 1836, Little Rock was declared the state capitol. -
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CY: Mostly Cloudy and 72 F at Little Rock, Adams Field, AR: Winds are South at 9.2 MPH (8 KT). The pressure is .. http://s1z.us/ek.htm
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Won top first and 1st overall production this morning! Let's hope we can rock the house a little more tonight(:
@kristynxox | November 14, 2009 10:37 PM -
is developing a case of island fever...luckily my wages come in next weekend so i can get off this rock for a little while...
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There are moments in every country's history when decisions are made and actions are taken that will change the course of that country's future. Turning Points historical graphic novels bring these moments in American history to life.Six...
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In 1957, Little Rock Central High School became a symbol of the struggles and hopes of the Civil Rights Movement. Nine African-American students were prevented from entering the building by an angry mob of whites outside the school. Aft...
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Just over 50 years ago, in Little Rock, Arkansas, nine brave black students stood up for their rights and made history. The integration of Central High School in Little Rock changed the course of education in America forever, and became one...
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View All Little Rock Questions (1778) | Ask a QuestionDoes anyone know what these two rocks are? (1 Answer)it's kinda hard for me to know by the photos, but the top one looks like alabaster to me. i used to work finishing stone sculptures for an artist who ... read moreIs "rock" really Chris Rock's last name? (4 Answers)Yes. Christopher Julius Rock III was born to Rose (mom) and Julius (dad) Rock on February 7th 1966. read moreWhat is an explosive rock song full of energy?!? (9 Answers)Here are some that come to mind: Sweetness by Jimmy Eat World http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wU3KBI5qyEY The Anthem by Good Charlotte http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xalv-XN73PE Move Along by The All American Rejects http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSbGur1dz9k Thunderstruck by AC/DC ... read moreWhere was the rock imported from to build the pyramids of Giza? How was the rock transported? (1 Answer)About half down the page it explains it. http://www.touregypt.net/featurestories/giza.htm read more
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