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Altus
The United States of America is a country in North America that extends from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean and shares land borders with Canada and Mexico. The United States is a federal constitutional republic, with its capital in Washington, D.C., District of Columbia.
Altus is a city in Franklin County, Arkansas, United States. It is part of the Fort Smith, Arkansas-Oklahoma Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 817 at the 2000 census. The name is the Latin word for high and refers to the surrounding Ozark Mountains. Several wineries are located in Altus and it is the location of the Altus American Viticultural Area. Altus is located at the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.7 km², all land.
Altus is the site of their lady of perpetual help church and Wiederkehr Wine Cellar both of which are on the National Register of Historic places. St. Mary's Catholic Church was built in 1902 and is known for its beautful paintings, orgnate Gold Leaf walls, and Roman Architecture. Post Family Wines, Mt. Bethel, and Chateau Aux Arc also reside in Altus. Altus is also the former site of Hendrix College. The annual Winefest, Spring Gala, Grapefest, Dinner in the Vinyards, and Winestock are held in Altus each year.
In the city the population was spread out with 25.6 percent under the age of 18, 9.4 percent from 18 to 24, 27.4 percent from 25 to 44, 20.8 percent from 45 to 64, and 16.8 percent who were 65 years of age or older.
Today, one can also learn about its history, from its earliest times and gain enthusiasm in its natural beauty and populace. Altus enjoys a very positive reputation with worldwide travelers.
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