
ALABAMA'S ADVENTUROUS SIDE
Franklin County anchors the southern edge of the Appalachian Mountain foothills and with that comes an abundance of spectacular outdoor leisureopportunities. Click HERE to explore Franklin County.

FESTIVALS
Franklin County celebrates our heritage, lifestyles, & patriotism with a number of truly unique & special events held each season of the year. To discover our current lineup of exciting events, click HERE.
Upcoming Events:
Alabama Primary Elections
Tuesday, May 24, 2022
Stricklin Hotel Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, May 26, 2022
Downtown Russellville (above Doe’s)
11 AM
Franklin County Schools Graduation
Thursday, May 26, 2022
Phil Campbell High School – 6 PM
Tharptown High School – 6 PM
Vina High School 6 PM
Belgreen High School – 7 PM
Red Bay High School – 7 PM
Russellville High School Graduation
Friday, May 27, 2022
7:30 PM
Memorial Day
Monday, May 30, 2022
Watermelon Festival Vendor
Early Bird Special Deadline
Friday, June 3, 2022
Red Bay Hospital Fund Raiser
Walker Dempsey Foundation Yard Sale
Friday & Saturday, June 3-4, 2022
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75 Days until Watermelon Festival
Sunday, June 5, 2022
Phil Campbell Hoedown
Friday & Saturday, June 17-18, 2022
Emergency Storm Shelters
Are you prepared for bad weather?
Find your Franklin County storm shelter before emergency strikes!
Click HERE.
Call 2-1-1 for Non-Emergency Help!
2-1-1 works just like 9-1-1 but is for non-emergency calls!
2-1-1 can help you with:
-Basic Human Needs Resources
-Government Information
-Health and Mental Health Resources
-Employment Support
-Support for Older Americans and Persons with Disabilities
-Support for Children, Youth, and Families
-Volunteer Opportunities and Donations
-Military and Family Support
-Hobby Groups and Civic/Service Club
Learn more here.
Our Cities
Welcome to Franklin County, Alabama
If you're looking for a comfortable, safe and affordable place to live, Franklin County may be the place for you. We have much to offer. Franklin County has skilled labor, strong educational institutions, quality life styles, health care facilities, business and industrial sites, municipal airports, competitive energy costs and supportive local governments. Franklin County and city schools rank among the highest in the state and we were first in the state to host a public junior college, Northwest Shoals Community College. We have excellent medical facilities and physicians. And some of the friendliest people in the world are from Franklin County!