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Just passin' thru
Thu,07/18/24-1:34PM , 116 Reads
Downtown Franklinton was briefly blocked off to traffic Monday morning as state troopers escorted two oversized trucks through town headed east on Washington Street. The trucks were hauling equipment and they took up all of one lane and part of the other lane.
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Candidates file for local offices
Thu,07/18/24-9:48AM , 410 Reads
With filing for the 2024 election almost over, two candidates have thrown their hats into the ring for Mayor of Franklinton.
Incumbent Greg Route, Democrat, and Alderman Darwin Sharp, Republican, have both filed to run for Mayor of Franklinton in the November election.
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Filing will be soon for Franklinton elected positions
Thu,07/11/24-10:56AM , 329 Reads
Filing for the 2024 Town of Franklinton election for Mayor and Aldermen will take place soon
Candidates running for Mayor or Alderman will qualify at the Clerk of Court’s office at the parish courthouse on July 17, 18, and 19.
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Despite the heat, the Watermelon Festival was a success
Thu,07/11/24-10:53AM , 338 Reads
It was a hot time at the Fairgrounds this past weekend, but despite the heat the 2024 Watermelon Festival was termed as a success, with plenty of participation from area residents and visitors.
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Franklinton, 70438, LA

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Mostly Sunny

Chance of Rain: 1%
Max Temp: 83°F
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Dew Point: 60°F
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