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title: ‘Your Hometown Franklin’ Shines Spotlight on Johnson County Community
description: FOX59 Morning News is shining a spotlight on Franklin.
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# [‘Your Hometown Franklin’ Shines Spotlight on Johnson County Community](https://discoverdowntownfranklin.com/news/your-hometown-spotlight)

 Written by [Fox 59 Indianapolis](https://discoverdowntownfranklin.com/news/author/fox-59-indianapolis) | Mar 7, 2025 5:00:00 AM

The county seat of Johnson County is about 20 miles south of Indianapolis. It’s home to Franklin College, the Historic Artcraft Theatre, The Willard and much more.

Danny Causey of [Discover Downtown Franklin](https://discoverdowntownfranklin.com/) talked to Scott Jones and Lindy Thackston. He said Franklin is a nationally accredited Main Street with some real gems in its downtown area.

[READ MORE](https://fox59.com/morning-news/your-hometown-franklin-shines-spotlight-on-johnson-county-community/)

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