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Franklin County exudes a relaxed, community-oriented atmosphere. You'll find a strong sense of local pride, with neighbors often knowing each other and a slower pace of life that encourages connection.
COMMUNITY GUIDE · FRANKLIN COUNTY
Franklin County, Franklin County
City Snapshot
Population
17,097
County
Franklin County
Timezone
America/Chicago
Median Income
$40,000
Quick Numbers
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Emergency Services
Poison Control
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Domestic Violence Hotline
Child Abuse Hotline
Veterans Crisis Line
Franklin County EMS Ambulance
Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
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Arkansas Forestry Division Wildland Firefighter Class
2026-09-19
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