48-1201: Henderson Township may refer to: Arkansas [ edit ] Henderson Township, Hot Spring County, Arkansas , in Hot Spring County, Arkansas Henderson Township, Union County, Arkansas , in Union County, Arkansas Illinois [ edit ] Henderson Township, Knox County, Illinois Michigan [ edit ] Henderson Township, Michigan Minnesota [ edit ] Henderson Township, Sibley County, Minnesota North Carolina [ edit ] Henderson Township, Vance County, North Carolina , in Vance County, North Carolina North Dakota [ edit ] Henderson Township, Cavalier County, North Dakota , in Cavalier County, North Dakota Pennsylvania [ edit ] Henderson Township, Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania Henderson Township, Jefferson County, Pennsylvania [REDACTED] Topics referred to by
96-545: A full-time District Judge elected to a four-year term by a districtwide election. Hot Spring County District Court is located at 410 Locust Street in Malvern. Superseding district court jurisdiction is the 7th Judicial Circuit Court , which covers Hot Spring and Grant counties. The 7th Circuit contains two circuit judges, elected to six-year terms circuitwide. Circuit courts have the right to refer some matters to state district court at their discretion. Hot Spring County 911
144-473: A household in the county was $ 31,543, and the median income for a family was $ 37,077. Males had a median income of $ 27,800 versus $ 19,461 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 15,216. About 10.30% of families and 14.00% of the population were below the poverty line, including 19.00% of those under age 18 and 14.20% of those age 65 or over. Educational attainment in Hot Spring County
192-461: A household in the county was $ 37,150, and the median income for a family was $ 46,090. Males had a median income of $ 34,111 versus $ 27,127 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 18,248. About 8.2% of families and 12.3% of the population were below the poverty line , including 13.0% of those under age 18 and 8.9% of those age 65 or over. As of the 2000 census , there were 30,353 people, 12,004 households, and 8,834 families residing in
240-705: A public two-year college in Hot Springs, and two four-year liberal arts universities in Arkadelphia, Henderson State University and Ouachita Baptist University . The Malvern-Hot Spring County Library at 202 East Third Street in downtown Malvern was founded in 1928 and became a member library of the Mid-Arkansas Regional Library System in 1974. The facility offers books, e-books , media, reference, youth, business and genealogy services. The Hot Spring County Sheriff's Office
288-480: Is different from Wikidata All article disambiguation pages All disambiguation pages Hot Spring County, Arkansas Hot Spring County is a county located in the U.S. state of Arkansas . As of the 2020 census , the population was 33,040. The county seat is Malvern . Established on November 2, 1829, in the Arkansas Territory from a part of Clark County ; it was named after
336-612: Is due to early settlers in Arkansas tending to settle in small clusters rather than incorporated towns. For example, communities like Jones Mill have a post office or a collection of buildings. Other communities are simply a few dwellings at a crossroads that have adopted a common place name over time. Some are officially listed as populated places by the United States Geological Survey , and others are listed as historic settlements. Townships in Arkansas are
384-480: Is located approximately 47 miles (76 km) southwest of Little Rock , 170 miles (270 km) northeast of Shreveport , Louisiana , and 277 miles (446 km) northeast of Dallas , Texas . Hot Spring County is surrounded by six counties, including the Ouachitas, Central Arkansas, and Lower Arkansas Delta , due to its short and wide shape. The county neighbors Garland County to the north, Saline County in
432-641: Is owned and operated by the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism (ADPT). DeGray Lake WMA essentially bounds the portions of lake shoreline not bounded by the state park. The land is owned by the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and extends into Clark County. Near Malvern, Lake Catherine State Park is a small state park on the west side of Lake Catherine. The park offers 20 cabins, including five Civilian Conservation Corps cabins of natural wood and stone built in
480-582: Is represented in the Arkansas State Senate by Republican Alan Clark , a Hot Springs businessman. In the Arkansas House of Representatives , it is represented by a Republican as well, Laurie Rushing , a real estate broker from Hot Springs. Until 2004, Hot Spring County was a typical " Solid South " Democratic county in presidential elections. There were, however, 3 exceptions. Republicans Herbert Hoover and Richard Nixon won
528-706: Is the largest school district in Hot Spring County, with the Bismarck School District serving the western portion of the county, Ouachita School District serving a small area around Donaldson, Glen Rose School District serving the northeastern area of the county, and Magnet Cove School District around Magnet Cove. Successful completion of the curriculum of these schools leads to graduation from Malvern High School , Bismarck High School , Ouachita High School , Glen Rose High School , and Magnet Cove High School respectively. All five high schools offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses and are accredited by
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#1732771794934576-531: Is the local PSAP operating system for the entire county area. Hot Spring County 911 is run by Director Regina Shearin. The county government is a constitutional body granted specific powers by the Constitution of Arkansas and the Arkansas Code . The quorum court is the legislative branch of the county government and controls all spending and revenue collection. Representatives are called justices of
624-622: Is the primary law enforcement agency in the county. The agency is led by the Hot Spring County Sheriff, an official elected by countywide vote every two years. The county is under the jurisdiction of the Hot Spring County District Court, a state district court . State district courts in Arkansas are courts of original jurisdiction for criminal, civil (up to $ 25,000), small claims, and traffic matters. State district courts are presided over by
672-635: Is typical for a rural Arkansas county, with a 2011-2015 American Community Survey study finding 84.8% of Hot Spring County residents over age 25 held a high school degree. This ratio is in line with the state average of 84.8% and slightly below the national average of 86.7%. The county's percentage of residents holding a bachelor's degree or higher is 13.0%, significantly below state and national averages of 21.1% and 29.8%, respectively. Five public school districts are based in Hot Spring County: Malvern School District
720-413: Is within one or more townships in an Arkansas county based on census maps and publications. The townships of Hot Spring County are listed below; listed in parentheses are the cities, towns, and/or census-designated places that are fully or partially inside the township. Hot Spring County contains one public owned/public use general aviation airport, Malvern Municipal Airport southeast of Malvern. For
768-660: The 15th United States Congress , Congress passed the Arkansas organic act (3 Stat. L. 493), providing for the creation of the Arkansaw Territory on July 4, 1819, from the portion of the Missouri Territory lying south of a point on the Mississippi River at 36 degrees north latitude running west to the St. Francis River , then following the river to 36 degrees 30 minutes north latitude, then west to
816-555: The 1830 United States census , 23 counties in the Arkansas Territory reported the following population counts (after only 7 reported the following counts in the 1820 United States census ): These census counts did not include Native Americans, and the earlier count includes 1,617 slaves. Though a census of Cherokee was to be taken as part of the Jackson and McMinn Treaty in 1818, it was never conducted. Instead, when
864-480: The Arkansas Department of Education (ADE). Residents outside the five Hot Spring County-based districts are within either the Centerpoint School District or Poyen School District . Hot Spring County contains one institution of higher education , ASU Three Rivers , a public community college in Malvern. Other higher education institutions in the region include National Park College ,
912-484: The National Forest Service . DeGray Lake Resort State Park is a 984-acre (398-hectare) in southwest Hot Spring County, and Arkansas's only resort state park. The 94-room DeGray Lodge and Convention Center includes a restaurant and 18-hole championship rated golf course. Traditional state park amenities for camping, hiking, fishing, boating, picnic tables, and horseback riding are also offered. The park
960-690: The Red River . During negotiations with the Choctaw in 1820, however, Andrew Jackson unknowingly ceded more of Arkansas Territory. Then in 1824, after further negotiations, the Choctaw agreed to move farther west, but only by "100 paces" of the garrison on Belle Point . This resulted in the bend in the common border at Fort Smith . The territory originally had nine counties: Arkansas, Clark, Crawford (which included Lovely's Purchase ), Hempstead, Independence, Lawrence, Miller, Phillips, and Pulaskị. In
1008-578: The Union as the State of Arkansas . Arkansas Post was the first territorial capital (1819–1821) and Little Rock was the second (1821–1836). The name Arkansas has been pronounced and spelled in a variety of fashions. The region was organized as the Territory of Arkansaw on March 2, 1819, but the final extent of the territory was admitted to the Union as the State of Arkansas on June 15, 1836. The name
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#17327717949341056-407: The hot springs at Hot Springs, Arkansas , which were formerly in the county. For nearly 80 years, Hot Spring County was an alcohol prohibition or dry county , though attempts in recent years to locate the county prohibition ordinance were unsuccessful. In November 2022, voters overturned the prohibition, approving a measure to allow countywide retail alcohol sales. Hot Spring County comprises
1104-488: The 1930s, and 70 campsites. In summer, the parks offers a marina, boat rental, visitor center, guided tours, nature center and horseback trail rides. From 2000 to 2010, Hot Spring County saw significant population and income growth. The population increased from 30,353 to 32,923, a gain of 8.5%, with incomes rising and poverty declining for almost every demographic. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 33,040 people, 12,599 households, and 8,857 families residing in
1152-668: The Malvern, AR Micropolitan Statistical Area , which is included in the Hot Springs -Malvern, AR Combined Statistical Area . Hot Spring County is located in Southwest Arkansas , a region composed of the Ouachita Mountains, deep valleys, and the Arkansas Timberlands . Hot Spring County is mostly within the mountainous segment of the region, mostly covered in hardwood and pine forests. One of
1200-484: The Town of Perla an additional 1% sales and use tax since January 1, 1984. The Arkansas State Treasurer disburses tax revenue to counties and cities in accordance with tax rules. Two incorporated cities, four incorporated towns, and one census designated place (CDP) are located within the county. The largest city and county seat, Malvern, is located in the northeast part of the county on I-30. Malvern's population in 2010
1248-591: The accent on the second syllable with the sound of "a" in "man" and the sounding of the terminal "s" is an innovation to be discouraged. Residents of Kansas often pronounce the Arkansas River as / ɑːr ˈ k æ n z ə s ˈ r ɪ v ər / in a manner similar to the common pronunciation of the name of their state. The first official use of the name Arkansas came in 1806 when the southern portion of New Madrid County in Louisiana Territory
1296-576: The budget set by the quorum court. Sales and use taxes in Arkansas are voter approved and collected by the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration . Arkansas's statewide sales and use tax has been 6.5% since July 1, 2013. Hot Spring County has an additional sales and use tax of 1.50%, which has been in effect since January 1, 2009. Within Hot Spring County, the City of Malvern has had an additional 1% sales and use tax since January 1, 2009, City of Rockport an additional 2% since January 1, 2012, and
1344-548: The county in 1928 and 1972, respectively, while American Independent candidate George Wallace won the county in 1968. In 2004, Republican candidate George W. Bush won the county by just 59 votes. However, since 2008, the county has given over 60 percent of its vote to the Republican candidate. Property tax is assessed by the Hot Spring County Assessor annually based upon the fair market value of
1392-535: The county. As of the 2010 census , there were 32,923 people, 12,664 households, and 8,969 families residing in the county. The population density was 53.5 people per square mile (20.7 people/km ). There were 14,332 housing units at an average density of 23.3 units per square mile (9.0 units/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 85.6% White , 10.8% Black or African American , 0.5% Native American , 0.3% Asian , >0.1% Pacific Islander , 1.0% from other races , and 1.7% from two or more races. 2.8% of
1440-417: The county. The population density was 49 people per square mile (19 people/km ). There were 13,384 housing units at an average density of 22 units per square mile (8.5 units/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 87.33% White , 10.26% Black or African American , 0.45% Native American , 0.22% Asian , 0.04% Pacific Islander , 0.44% from other races , and 1.26% from two or more races. 1.27% of
1488-539: The divisions of a county. Each township includes unincorporated areas; some may have incorporated cities or towns within part of their boundaries. Arkansas townships have limited purposes in modern times. However, the United States census does list Arkansas population based on townships (sometimes referred to as "county subdivisions" or "minor civil divisions"). Townships are also of value for historical purposes in terms of genealogical research. Each town or city
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1536-625: The northeast corner, Grant County to the east, Dallas County to the southeast, Clark County to the south, and a small portion with Montgomery County in the northwest. Hot Spring County contains two state parks , DeGray Lake Resort State Park and Lake Catherine State Park , and two Wildlife Management Area (WMA), DeGray Lake WMA, and Jack Mountain WMA maintained by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission . The county also contains 320 acres (130 ha) of Ouachita National Forest managed by
1584-508: The only true pronunciation of the name of the state, in the opinion of this body, is that received by the French from the native Indians and committed to writing in the French word representing the sound. It should be pronounced in three (3) syllables, with the final "s" silent, the "a" in each syllable with the Italian sound, and the accent on the first and last syllables. The pronunciation with
1632-533: The peace and are elected from county districts every even-numbered year. The number of districts in a county vary from nine to fifteen, and district boundaries are drawn by the county election commission. The Hot Spring County Quorum Court has nine members. Presiding over quorum court meetings is the county judge , who serves as the chief operating officer of the county. The county judge is elected at-large and does not vote in quorum court business, although capable of vetoing quorum court decisions. Hot Spring County
1680-443: The population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 12,004 households, out of which 31.80% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 59.20% were married couples living together, 10.60% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.40% were non-families. 23.50% of all households were made up of individuals, and 11.10% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
1728-437: The population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 12,664 households, out of which 32.0% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.6% were married couples living together, 12.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.2% were non-families. 25.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size
1776-670: The property and determining which tax rate, commonly called a millage in Arkansas, will apply. The rate depends upon the property's location with respect to city limits, school district, and special tax increment financing (TIF) districts. This tax is collected by the Hot Spring County Collector between the first business day of March of each year through October 15 without penalty. The Hot Spring County Treasurer disburses tax revenues to various government agencies, such as cities, county road departments, fire departments, libraries, and police departments in accordance with
1824-477: The same term This disambiguation page lists articles about distinct geographical locations with the same name. If an internal link led you here, you may wish to change the link to point directly to the intended article. Retrieved from " https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Henderson_Township&oldid=896726847 " Categories : Place name disambiguation pages Township name disambiguation pages Hidden categories: Short description
1872-412: The six primary geographic regions of Arkansas, the Ouachitas are a mountainous subdivision of the U.S. Interior Highlands . The Ouachita River roughly divides the county. According to the U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 622.16 square miles (1,611.4 km ), of which 614.94 square miles (1,592.7 km ) is land and 7.22 square miles (18.7 km ) (1.16%) is water. The county
1920-404: The territorial boundary. This included all of the present state of Oklahoma south of the parallel 36°30' north . The westernmost portion of the territory was removed on November 15, 1824, and a second westernmost portion was removed on May 6, 1828, reducing the territory to the extent of the present state of Arkansas. Originally the western border of Missouri was intended to go due south to
1968-485: The treaty was renegotiated in 1819, it used John C. Calhoun 's estimate of 5000 Cherokee in Arkansas, despite the Cherokee Nation's estimate of 3,500. The Quapaw were counted at 455 in the mid 1820s. Robert Crittenden was the territorial secretary until 1829 and the de facto territorial governor, preparing Arkansas for statehood. Until present-day Oklahoma received statehood, Fort Smith served as
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2016-673: The true pronunciation should be determined for use in oral official proceedings. And, whereas, the matter has been thoroughly investigated by the State Historical Society and the Eclectic Society of Little Rock, which have agreed upon the correct pronunciation as derived from history, and the early usage of the American immigrants. Be it therefore resolved by both houses of the General Assembly, that
2064-526: The twelve-month period ending July 31, 2015, the facility saw 11,850 general aviation operations and 150 military operations. The nearest commercial service airport is Clinton National Airport in Little Rock. Arkansas Territory The Arkansas Territory was a territory of the United States from July 4, 1819, to June 15, 1836, when the final extent of Arkansas Territory was admitted to
2112-567: Was 10,318, and has been increasing since the 2000 Census. Rockport and Perla are adjacent to Malvern, with populations of 755 and 291 in 2010, respectively. The remaining communities are in the south part of the county near the Ouachita River, each with a population under 400 as of 2010: Donaldson , Friendship and Midway . Magnet Cove is a former town, suspending incorporation in 2006. Hot Spring County has dozens of unincorporated communities and ghost towns within its borders. This
2160-412: Was 2.48 and the average family size was 2.94. In the county, the population was spread out, with 23.3% under the age of 18, 8.4% from 18 to 24, 24.3% from 25 to 44, 28.3% from 45 to 64, and 15.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40.1 years. For every 100 females there were 95.8 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 102.5 males age 18 and over. The median income for
2208-400: Was 2.50 and the average family size was 2.94. In the county, the population was spread out, with 25.10% under the age of 18, 8.20% from 18 to 24, 26.50% from 25 to 44, 24.50% from 45 to 64, and 15.80% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 95.50 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 93.00 males. The median income for
2256-651: Was designated as the District of Arkansas. In 1813, it became Arkansas County in Missouri Territory. When Missouri applied for statehood, it asked for a southern boundary at 36º30′, except for a small portion between the St. Francis River and the Mississippi River where it dropped to 36º. This became the northern boundary of what became Arkansas Territory. On March 2, 1819, at the penultimate meeting of
2304-480: Was historically pronounced / ˈ ɑːr k ən s ɔː / , / ɑːr ˈ k æ n z ə s / , and had several other pronunciation variants. In 1881, the Arkansas General Assembly passed the following concurrent resolution (Arkansas Statutes, Title 1, Chapter 4, Section 105): Whereas, confusion of practice has arisen in the pronunciation of the name of our state and it is deemed important that
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