Center Ridge, Arkansas facts for kids
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Center Ridge, Arkansas
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Location of Center Ridge in Conway County, Arkansas.
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 Center Ridge, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Conway |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.52 sq mi (24.67 km2) |
| • Land | 9.47 sq mi (24.53 km2) |
| • Water | 0.05 sq mi (0.14 km2) |
| Elevation | 728 ft (222 m) |
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| • Total | 290 |
| • Density | 30.62/sq mi (11.82/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 501 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2612124 |
Center Ridge is a small community located in Conway County, Arkansas, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated area" and a "census-designated place." This means it's a recognized community for counting people, but it doesn't have its own city government. According to the 2020 census, about 290 people live there.
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Who Lives in Center Ridge?
The population of Center Ridge has changed over time. In 2010, there were 388 people living here. By 2020, the population had decreased to 290 people.
Most people living in Center Ridge are White. In 2020, about 89% of the population was White. There are also smaller groups of people from other backgrounds, including Black or African American, and people of mixed races. A small number of people are also of Hispanic or Latino heritage.
Schools in Center Ridge
Center Ridge is an important place for education in the area. It is the main location for the Nemo Vista School District. This district includes Nemo Vista High School.
Students at Nemo Vista High School are called the Redhawks. Their school colors are red and white.
Famous People from Center Ridge
Some interesting people have connections to Center Ridge:
- Clifton Clowers: He was the subject of a famous country song called "Wolverton Mountain." The song was a hit for Merle Kilgore and Claude King.
- Conlan and John Carter: These two people are known for their acting careers.
- Matt Stell: He is a popular country music singer.
Catholic Point: A Special Community
Southeast of Center Ridge, you'll find a unique place called Catholic Point. This small community was started in the late 1800s by Italian settlers. It has kept its special cultural identity over the years. Every year, Catholic Point hosts an annual church picnic. This event is very popular, attracting over 2,500 visitors!
See also
In Spanish: Center Ridge (Arkansas) para niños
