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  1. Franklin County is a county in Southern Illinois. At the 2020 census, it had a population of 37,804. [1] The largest city is West Frankfort and the county seat is Benton. [2] This area of Southern Illinois is known locally as "Little Egypt".

  2. Oct 19, 2022 · While Franklin County was established by the Illinois General Assembly on January 2, 1818, the county as it stands in its current form began on February 28, 1839. iv. The first known inhabitants of the Franklin County area were pre-historic Native Americans.

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  4. Oct 19, 2022 · Franklin County is located in the heart of Southern Illinois and, according to the 2010 census is the home to 39,561 people. Franklin County is proud to be The Birthplace and The Gateway to the beautiful Rend Lake Area. Franklin County can be easily accessed on Interstate 57.

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