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General
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Agriculture
Agriculture remains the largest economic contributor in Lawrence County. Row crops of rice, soybeans and wheat are predominant, but the county also has hay farmers. In addition, Lawrence County also boasts many livestock producers with cattle and poultry being dominant. Agriculture support industries are also prevalent in the county including implement dealers, chemical dealers, seed …
Cities & Towns
Lawrence County has a population of approximately 17,000. Walnut Ridge, the county seat, and Hoxie adjoin and have a combined population of nearly 7,500. Both towns have been designated as Arkansas Communities of Excellence, and Walnut Ridge is a part of the Arkansas Downtown Network through its Downtown Walnut Ridge organization. Other towns in the …
Education
Education is a priority in Lawrence County with local educators striving to provide students with the best learning experience from pre-K to higher education. The Lawrence County School District has K-12 schools in Walnut Ridge and Black Rock. Hoxie School District, located in Hoxie, includes kindergarten through 12th grade. Hillcrest School District includes the former …
Farmers Market
Farmers Market Market Dates: Saturdays, 7 a.m. – Noon No charge for vendors Located at 310 West Main, Walnut Ridge (corner of Main and Highway 67B) For information contact market manager, Melody Fender 870-759-2920 P.O. Box 842 | Walnut Ridge, AR 72476 Phone: 870.886.3232 | Fax: 870.886.1736
Healthcare
Lawrence County has a thriving medical community including a county-owned medical center, which includes a hospital, nursing home, specialty clinics and a childcare center. Lawrence Health Services, located in Walnut Ridge, has been in operation since 1960 and has seen many changes including the addition of services, including a 24-hour emergency room; improvements in technology …
History
Lawrence County is known as the “Mother of Counties” because 31 of Arkansas’ present counties were carved from the original Lawrence County. Named for Captain James Lawrence, a naval officer killed in the War of 1812, the county was the second formed by the Missouri legislature, which had jurisdiction over the region until Arkansas became …
Industry
The Walnut Ridge Regional Airport and Industrial Park is located three miles north of Walnut Ridge. Local utilities provide excellent cooperation to new and existing industries, and the city of Walnut Ridge has an ISO rating of 3. The park is owned by the City of Walnut Ridge, with the Walnut Ridge Airport Commission as …
LawCo Living
Lawrence County offers a variety of lifestyle options. The Walnut Ridge/Hoxie area offers small-town living with an easy commute to Jonesboro and Paragould, two of the fastest growing cities in the state of Arkansas. Walnut Ridge and Hoxie offer the convenience of gas stations, grocery stores, national retailers and restaurants. The county also offers a …
Media
Lawrence County has two local-owned newspapers. The Times Dispatch, located in Walnut Ridge, is a weekly publication that prints on Wednesdays. The Ozark Journal, located in Imboden, is also a weekly newspaper, which is published on Thursdays. Imboden Live , is an online news commentary website serving Imboden and surrounding communities. Imboden Live updates daily. …
Recreation
Whether you are into golf, swimming, hunting or fishing, Lawrence County has many opportunities for recreation. The Walnut Ridge Country Club offers tennis courts and an in-ground swimming pool. In addition, Walnut Ridge’s Stewart Park has a public swimming pool, basketball courts, a walking trail and ball fields, which are used by youth softball, baseball, …
Tourism
Lawrence County has numerous attractions for everyone from history enthusiasts to outdoors lovers to hunters and anglers. The county has a rich heritage and several local attractions strive to share that history. The Powhatan Historic State Park, the Clover Bend Historic Town Site and the Walnut Ridge Army Flying School Museum give vantage points into …
Transportation
Lawrence County boasts many means of transportation. In addition to highway travel, the county also offers transportation by rail and air. Two railways, Union Pacific and Burlington Northern Santa Fe, intersect in Hoxie. Walnut Ridge is also an Amtrak stop on the Texas Eagle route, which runs from Chicago to San Antonio. Located in …