Franklin County Courthouse

Welcome to the Franklin County Government Website! This site has been developed to improve transparency and ensure the public has open access to all services and information available from Franklin County Government.

Celebrate!

Franklin County has several festivals, events and celebrations you can take advantage of each year. Photo By: JWalt Photography

Parks & Recreation

Franklin County is home to several wonderful outdoor areas like the Strand Park in downtown West Frankfort.

Road Trip

Come and visit us on your next road trip! Stop off at one of our many locally owned businesses to take in the flavor of the heart of the midwest! Photo By: JWalt Photography

Enjoy Rend Lake

Enjoy peace and tranquility on your next fishing trip at beautiful Rend Lake! Photo by: JWalt Photography

Proud Mining Heritage

Franklin County is proud of our coal mining heritage and supports the economic growth mining brings to our region. Photo by: JWalt Photography

News

Franklin County 2019 Mobile Home Tax

BENTON - Franklin County Treasurer Steve Vercellino announced today that 2019 mobile home tax bills have been mailed on...

Special County Board Meeting

Special County Board Meeting Notice In conformance with the Provisions of the Illinois Open Meeting Act (Illinois...

Courthouse Closed Early - 4/5/2019

PUBLIC NOTICE The Franklin County Courthouse will close at 3:00 PM on Friday, April 5, 2019 for employee training.

Calendar of Events

County Board Committee Meetings - May

May
6

County Board Committee Meetings Finance Road & Bridge Health & Safety Location:...

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County Board Committee Meetings - May

May
20

County Board Committee Meetings Finance Road & Bridge Health & Safety Location:...

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County Board Meeting - May

May
21

Regular meeting of the Franklin County Board. Location: Franklin County Campbell Building - 901...

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In the Spotlight

New Courthouse Contruction

Click to access updates on progress. MORE

Severe Weather Preparedness

Click to Download the 2019 Guide. Info

Jury Duty Notice

Status of Franklin County Jury Duty. More Info

Franklin County Upcoming Events

Join us for exciting events here in beautiful Franklin County. More Details