Franklin County offers you the opportunity and convenience of urban life without the distractions of metropolitan living. We have a modern transportation network that provides access to many of the nation's largest population centers along with a low cost of business operation. The region has a large and capable workforce supported by an educational system that stresses life-long learning as well
as custom training programs to fit the needs of regional industry. The beauty the region and recreational opportunities found in Franklin County make this area one of the best places to live in the Midwest. We have a 19,000-acre lake that attracts more than 3 million visitors each year. Rend Lake has a 27-hole golf resort with lodging on the course, 21-miles of pave bike trails with endless fishing, hunting, hiking and camping opportunities. Rend Lake Conservancy District and the Intercity Water System provide abundant, clean water to residents, businesses and industry throughout a 7-county area of Southern Illinois.
