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Our Town: Franklin's Historic Courthouse
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Robert Lopez , as published by FOX 44 News (KWKT)
· July 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This courthouse was built in 1881, following Franklin's designation as the Robertson County seat in 1879.
In Franklin, Texas, a historic courthouse stands in the center of town. This courthouse was built in 1881, following Franklin's designation as the Robertson County seat in 1879. The construction cost was $30,000, a significant amount at that time.
The courthouse has remained in the same location since its construction. Further information about the courthouse and its history is available from local news sources. Details about the courthouse's current state and any notable events or renovations are not specified, but readers can find more information from the original source, FOX 44 News.
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Category: local Published: July 27, 2026 Source: FOX 44 News (KWKT) Reading time: 1 min
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