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Arkansas has made history since it was inducted into the union. We had the hanging judge, Central High, Bill Clinton and lots of other interesting events! Arkansas has lots of celebrities that hail from here too. Arkansas history is fun!
Kris Allen - American Idol, Season 8 Finalist
Photographs of American Idol Season 8 finalist, Kris Allen, during his Arkansas homecoming.

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