BRYANT

Bryant lures Arkansas newcomers and Metro Little Rock locals alike to a city that has grown more than 50% since 2000, a growth fueled by charm, conveniences and overall progress. Proximity to Little Rock makes working in the capitol painless, but Bryant boasts plenty of education, retail and health care industry jobs of its own.

In Bryant, families enjoy more than 250 acres of recreational space. A favorite is Bishop Park, which is home to nine baseball, six softball and two soccer/football fields, a community garden, nature trails, two fishing ponds, a golf course, aquatic center and a community center.