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Prior to 1880, Hardy did not exist. Only a few families lived in this heavily timbered area, and not until the completion of the railroad did the boom times come. Thanks to the railroad, much was needed. The town of Hardy was officially founded in 1883, and was named for James A. Hardy, Jr., a 25 year old trackage subcontractor that saved his boss's life.
In 1994, Hardy was made County Seat of Sharp County's Northern District, with Evening Shade being county Seat of the Southern District. The present County Seat is Ash Flat, established when the two districts were combined in 1967.
Today, Hardy retains its "old town" flavor. The downtown area looks much like it did during Model-T-days...and the merchants work at keeping it that way. Several of these same buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Most of the modern changes have occurred at the ends of town, leaving the heart of Main Street a tiny preserve for quality antique shops, craft stores, specialty shops , gift nooks, and a variety of museums. Campgrounds, cabins, motels, bed and breakfast are available for lodging and several restaurants from fast food franchises to full service. Two city parks , one on Main Street and the other at Buford Beach over looking the cool, clear waters of Spring River that flow just one block off Main Street. The Spring River offers swimming, excellent fishing and canoeing as well as picnic areas.
City Officials
Position |
Name |
Mayor |
Ernie Rose |
Recorder/Treasurer |
Darlene Wilson |
Assistant To Mayor |
Monica Shepard |
Police Chief |
Scott Rose |
Fire Chief |
Austin Rose |
Director Of Public Works |
Tim Cooper |
Council Member |
Penny Allen |
Council Member |
David Garland |
Council Member |
Phillip Horrell |
Council Member |
Jeff Munroe |
Council Member |
Sue Taylor |
Council Member |
Herbert Wise |
City Facts
County: Sharp
Population: 743
Senate District: 19
House District: 60,61
Congressional District: 1
Classification: Second Class City
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Hardy
In 1994, Hardy was made County Seat of Sharp County's Northern District, with Evening Shade being county Seat of the Southern District. The present County Seat is Ash Flat, established when the two districts were combined in 1967.
Today, Hardy retains its "old town" flavor. The downtown area looks much like it did during Model-T-days...and the merchants work at keeping it that way. Several of these same buildings are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Most of the modern changes have occurred at the ends of town, leaving the heart of Main Street a tiny preserve for quality antique shops, craft stores, specialty shops , gift nooks, and a variety of museums. Campgrounds, cabins, motels, bed and breakfast are available for lodging and several restaurants from fast food franchises to full service. Two city parks , one on Main Street and the other at Buford Beach over looking the cool, clear waters of Spring River that flow just one block off Main Street. The Spring River offers swimming, excellent fishing and canoeing as well as picnic areas.
City Officials
City Facts
County: Sharp
Population: 743
Senate District: 19
House District: 60,61
Congressional District: 1
Classification: Second Class City
Contact Information
Address:
P.O. Box 5
HARDY, AR 72542
Phone: (870) 856-3811
Fax: (870) 856-4938
Meetings:
First Tuesday
Web Site: Official Web Site
Email: treasurer@cityofhardy.org
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