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Little Rock Arkansas
Little Rock is the capital and the most populous city of the State of Arkansas. It is also the county seat of Pulaski County. Located near the geographic center of Arkansas, Little Rock derives its name from a small rock formation on the south bank of the Arkansas River called La Petite Roche (the "little rock"). The "little rock" was used by early river traffic as a landmark and became a well-known river crossing. Population: 184,422 in the 2006 census estimates. Weather: Little Rock lies in the humid subtropical climate zone, with hot, humid summers and cool to chilly winters.
Colleges and Universities: The city has two major universities that are part of the University of Arkansas System. The campuses of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences are located within Little Rock. Hospitals in Little Rock include: Arkansas Children's Hospital, Arkansas Heart Hospital, Baptist Health Medical Center, John C. McCellan Veterans Administration Complex, Arkansas State Hospital - Psychiatric Division, Pinnacle Pointe Hospital, St. Vincent Health System, St. Vincent Infirmary Medical Center, St. Vincent Doctors Hospital, Southwest Regional Medical Center, University Hospital, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Transportation: Nine airlines serve 18 national/international gateway cities, e.g. St. Louis, Chicago, Dallas, Charlotte, etc. from Little Rock National Airport. Amtrak serves the city twice daily via the Texas Eagle.
Housing costs: Estimated median house/condo value in 2005: $119,900 (it was $89,300 in 2000). Things To See and Do: Tour Little Rock's art galleries, historic sites, and museums. Take a ride on a beautifully restored 1950's era riverboat. Check out all the great places for family fun and events to see which local venues are featuring concerts, sporting events, the circus, the state fair, and much more.
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