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 Government FY2019 Budget

The Franklin County Treasurer's Office has released the FY 2019 Budget for Franklin County Government. Download the FY...

Coroner Confirms Motorcycle Accident Fatality

Franklin County Coroner Marty Leffler, is confirming the death of a male subject from the motorcycle accident from...

ShakeOut Earthquake Drill

(BENTON, ILLINOIS) — Following “National Preparedness Month” in September, individuals and communities throughout...

Calendar of Events

Town Hall Meeting

Feb
26

Join FCGOV for a Town Hall Meeting concerning the proposal to build a new Franklin County...

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County Board Committee Meetings - March

Mar
4

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

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Town Hall Meeting

Mar
14

Join FCGOV for a Town Hall Meeting concerning the proposal to build a new Franklin County...

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In the Spotlight

2018 General Election Results

Unofficial Election Results. 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