Franklin

A city in Johnson County, Indiana — population 25,866 as of 2020.

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News around Johnson County

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WISH-TV July 24

Backpacks 4 Good distributes over 2,200 backpacks to students in need

Hensley Legal Group kicked off its sixth annual Backpacks 4 Good giveaway in Greenwood, Indiana, distributing over 2,200 backpacks to students ahead of several upcoming statewide distribution events.

Community Groups & Organizations

WISH-TV July 24

How butter, sugar, flour became a Trafalgar staple in four years

Butter, Sugar, Flour has become a local staple in Trafalgar, Indiana, thanks to owner Kristyna Voris's commitment to personalized service and homemade goods.

Local Business

WISH-TV July 21

New Swig location opens in Greenwood, offering over 1 million drink combinations

A new Swig location has opened in Greenwood, bringing customizable soda drinks and sweets to the south side ahead of three more planned openings in the Indianapolis area.

Local Business

'A necessary evil' | Greenwood council sends wheel tax proposal to mayor's desk

WTHR 13 July 21

If Greenwood's mayor signs the proposal, the new taxes would take effect at the beginning of 2027.

Government & Civic

WISH-TV July 21

Greenwood Common Council approves wheel tax to secure state road repair funding

The Greenwood City Council unanimously approved a new wheel tax to secure state matching funds for road repairs, despite concerns from Council President Mike Campbell regarding the financial burden on residents.

Government & Civic

FOX59 July 21

Greenwood Common Council approves wheel and vehicle excise tax

GREENWOOD, Ind. -- The Greenwood Common Council has approved a new wheel and vehicle excise tax. The results of Monday night's unanimous vote mean that residents will pay $25 every year if their vehicle is registered in Greenwood. Any residents who own a bus, semi, or RV will pay…

Government & Civic

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Franklin by the numbers

Population 25,866Population figure, 2020

Households & income

Area: 15.31 sq mi (39.65 km²)
Median age: 34.5
Households: 9,590
Persons per household: 2.6
Median household income: $82,380
Median house value: $231,500

2020–2024 ACS

Municipal office

Office: CLERK-TREASURER
Address: PO BOX 280, FRANKLIN, IN 46131

Municipal record

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