Varner is an

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in Lincoln County,

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, United States. Varner is located southeast of

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History

In 1952, Varner had three residents.
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In 1958, Varner, which had five residents, had a crossroads, gas station and a store. By 1975, parts of the area were within the boundary of the Cummins Unit. The center of the community is now entirely in ADC land.

Government and infrastructure

The Cummins/Varner Volunteer Fire Department provides fire services. The station is along Arkansas Highway 388. Varner houses the

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Varner Unit. The Cummins Unit is located nearby. The main campus of the Riverside Vocational Technical School is located behind the Varner Unit.Campuses
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Education

In 1952 the area was zoned to the Grady School District.

References

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