Town of Franklin

18/06/2026

FREE 4TH OF JULY MAKE & TAKE

Kids of all ages are invited to stop by and create a patriotic mini weaving!

🧶 Learn the basics of weaving on a simple cardboard loom
❤️🤍💙 Create your own red, white, and blue keepsake
🎨 Fun, hands-on craft for children and families

📅 Friday, July 3rd and Saturday, July 4th
⏰ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Arkansas Craft School Lobby
101 N. Peabody Ave., Mountain View, AR

Drop in anytime during the day!
No registration required.

Celebrate Independence Day with creativity and take home a handmade patriotic weaving!

18/06/2026

SHERIFF’S OFFICE SCAM WARNING

June 17, 2026

The Izard County Sheriff’s Office was contacted this morning regarding a scam phone call.

The complainant stated they received a call from someone claiming to be with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and asking for information. When the complainant refused to provide the requested information, they were told the caller would be contacting the Sheriff's Office.

Sometime time later, the complainant received another call. This time, the caller ID displayed the Izard County Sheriff’s Office phone number. A man with a foreign accent identified himself as Sheriff Charley Melton. Before any questions were asked, the complainant hung up the phone.

This is a scam.

Scammers can "spoof" phone numbers, making it appear that a call is coming from a legitimate agency or business when it is not.

Remember:
• Never provide personal, banking, or financial information to unsolicited callers.
• Be cautious of anyone demanding immediate action or threatening consequences.
• If you receive a suspicious call claiming to be from law enforcement or a government agency, hang up and contact that agency directly using a verified phone number.

If you believe you have been the victim of a scam, please contact your local law enforcement agency.

18/06/2026

🚗🌄 TAKE THE BIG DAM RUN LOOP! 🌄🚗

Looking for a scenic Ozarks adventure? The Big Dam Run Loop is one of our favorite day trips from Mountain View!

This 138-mile drive takes you through beautiful mountain scenery, winding rivers, charming small towns, and some of the most picturesque roads in North Central Arkansas. Along the way you'll travel through Mountain View, Calico Rock, Melbourne, Batesville, Norfolk, and more.

📍 138 Miles
⏰ Approximately 2 Hours & 45 Minutes Driving Time
📸 Perfect for scenic overlooks, photo stops, and exploring hidden gems

After a day of adventure, relax at Mountain View RV Park & Guest Motel—your home base in the Ozarks!

🏕 39 Spacious RV Sites
🛏 8 Motel Rooms
🏡 2 Cozy Cabins
🌄 Amazing Mountain Views
📍 Just 1.5 Miles from Downtown Mountain View

Mountain View RV Park & Guest Motel
711 N Bayou Drive
Mountain View, AR 72560
📞 870-269-3758
🌐 MountainView-RVPark.com

Fuel up. Explore more. Stay with us.

18/06/2026

18/06/2026

These are the Ordinances that we will be discussing with our lawyer at a Town Hall on July 7th at 6pm at the Community Building. Flyers will go out to everyone in zip code 72536 on the 22nd. Look them over and come have any questions you may have answered and have your voice heard. This is the town of Franklin's decision. I am posting these early to give you even longer to look them over. They are available to grab a copy at City Hall and they will be posted at the Post Office as well.

13/06/2026

Tornado warning for Franklin.
Fire station is open.
Seek shelter immediately

12/06/2026

Franklin is celebrating America's 250th Birthday!!!

11/06/2026

Join us June 30th at the Arkansas State Capitol for Liberty Day as we celebrate America’s founding and reflect on the freedoms that continue to shape our nation. From exhibits and historical presentations to a public reading of the Declaration of Independence, we look forward to welcoming Arkansans for a day of history, education, and civic pride.

11/06/2026

🎉Help celebrate the 90TH ANNIVERSARY of Arkansas Wildlife Federation with a gift of $90 or more.

🌿For 90 years, Arkansas Wildlife Federation has served as an independent voice for wildlife. Your gift supports our mission to ensure a thriving future for Arkansas wildlife today, and into the future.

🌐Giving is simple and secure on our website at https://arwild.org/donate/
Donors receive a mailed copy of AWF's quarterly magazine, Arkansas Out of Doors.