Magness, AR
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- 279 ft USGS GNIS community points and 3DEP elevation · GNIS 2026-07-06; USGS 3DEP sampled 2026-07-23
- General Quality Overall rating out of 100
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Magness is a quiet rural community located along Highway 69 in Independence County, sitting right between Batesville and Newport. The town got its start back in the 1880s as a depot along the railroad, taking its name from the local Magness family who helped bring the tracks through the county.
Today, Magness offers a relaxed country setting surrounded by wide-open farmland, rice fields, and poultry operations. The local post office still serves as a steady community hub, and residents enjoy plenty of space and peace at home. For work, schools, and bigger shopping trips, Batesville and Newport are only a short drive down the highway, making it an appealing location for anyone who wants quiet living within easy reach of everyday conveniences.
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