The stories of Franklin city, VA
7 narrated audio stories from across Franklin city — hidden history, true crime, food legends, and local lore from its towns, landmarks, and back roads.
Franklin Historic District
Where River, Rail, and Trade Built Franklin
How downtown Franklin became a brick record of commerce and ambition.
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When Franklin Joined a Paper Giant
A local mill town kept its center even after going national.
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The House Behind the Mill Town
A family home opens onto Franklin’s industrial story.
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Where Peanut Country Met the Road
A rural county, a river city, and the trade routes of peanut country.
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Where Southampton County Comes to the Table
A downtown market lets local crops speak for themselves.
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How the Camp Brothers Built Franklin From Pine
A river town remade by lumber, then paper.
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From Franklin to Newport News
How one Virginia-born politician became inseparable from Newport News.
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