Deputy solicitor general Noah Watson resigns from AG’s office, going to private practice
Arkansas' deputy solicitor general has resigned from Republican Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin's office.
Sep 25, 2026Open source
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Watson, Arkansas. Counties or equivalents associated with this area: Desha. Associated ZIP codes: 71674.
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Arkansas Outdoors: Game and Fish Commission program helps landowners achieve great bass fishing
DUMAS -- Growing big bass is similar to growing big deer, and the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission can help landowners maximize bass potential on private wa...
Jun 30, 2026Open source
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ASU-Mountain Home receives USDA grant to expand distance learning
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home has received a $720,298 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to expand access to education, student support...
Nov 4, 2026Open source
Arkansas candidates make final campaign push in Benton County ahead of Election Day
Arkansas candidates make final campaign push in Benton County ahead of Election Day
Nov 3, 2026Open source
Nine cuts, two trades, one coach: Swinton’s wild route to Jacksonville’s staff
Jacksonville High School has one of the most unique coaching staffs of any high school football team in Arkansas, as their head coach has a decorated resume in
Nov 3, 2026Open source
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Watson is in Desha County, Arkansas.
Region: Arkansas
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71674
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ASU-Mountain Home receives USDA grant to expand distance learning
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home has received a $720,298 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture to expand access to education, student support...
Nov 4, 2026Open source
Arkansas candidates make final campaign push in Benton County ahead of Election Day
Arkansas candidates make final campaign push in Benton County ahead of Election Day
Nov 3, 2026Open source
Nine cuts, two trades, one coach: Swinton’s wild route to Jacksonville’s staff
Jacksonville High School has one of the most unique coaching staffs of any high school football team in Arkansas, as their head coach has a decorated resume in
Nov 3, 2026Open source
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The U.S. Census Bureau lists Watson city as an incorporated place. Its Vintage 2025 series estimates a resident population of 160 on July 1, 2025. In this collection, a small place means one with a 2025 estimate of 10,000 or fewer; that is a selection threshold, not a separate legal category. The figure describes the Census place geography, not everyone in a surrounding ZIP code or neighboring unincorporated area.
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The same series gives Watson city a 2020 population estimate of 182. Comparing those two reference points, the estimate decreased by 22 residents, a net change of -12.1%. The comparison records endpoints only. It does not identify causes, describe seasonal variation, or predict what will happen next. The 2025 number is an estimate for its stated reference date, not a live headcount. Within Arkansas, Watson city ranks 103 among incorporated places whose 2025 estimates are at or below 10,000, ordered from smallest upward. This is a within-state population comparison, not a ranking of quality, popularity, or amenities. For a meaningful comparison, use the same Census vintage, reference year, and geographic boundaries. The Census name is retained here so readers can distinguish the official estimate record from the postal-city label used by this directory. Sources U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2025 estimate: Watson city U.S. Census Bureau: City and Town Population Totals, 2020-2025
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33.8907370, -91.2814550
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11:13 AM America/Chicago
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Desha County
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