Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

Franklin used to have the smallest library in Milwaukee County. After rebuilding, it's earned the city $1.5 million.

At one point, Franklin’s Public Library cost the city about $120,000 per year. Since constructing a new facility 20 years ago this month, the library now occasionally earns the same amount of money ...
Wicked Local

Mystery at the Franklin Library. Almost 100 years after a painting was hung, a librarian noticed: It was missing

FRANKLIN — In 1904, a painting by an internationally acclaimed artist — one of three in ornate gilt frames — was hung in a place of prominence in the new Franklin Public Library, amidst an ...
Daily Journal

Local government, library, school board meetings: Week of Jan. 10

Board of fire protection district, special meeting 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, executive session 5 p.m., regular session 6 p.m.
Twin Cities Daily Planet

100-year history of Franklin Library reflects community, U.S. and world events

This year the Franklin Library celebrates its 100th year serving a large area now called Phillips Community and Elliot Park, Whittier, Corcoran, and Powderhorn Park Neighborhoods. Exploring this ...
Public Opinion

Franklin County library does not have enough patrons to stay open

A Franklin County library will shut its doors by the end of the year. The county's library system this week announced the imminent closure of Fort Loudon Community Library, which has been serving the ...