Franklin County, OH Public Records

Franklin County Information

Located in central Ohio, Franklin County is perfectly all-American. The county was established in 1803, not even two months after Ohio became a state. It was immediately named for Benjamin Franklin, one of the nation's Founding Fathers. Though Ben Franklin had no direct ties to the area, he was one of the most respected, admired, and influential men in American history; thus, officials chose to honor him by naming the county after him. The county originally developed as an agricultural region, with the City of Columbus as an important hub even during its earliest days. In fact, not only is Columbus Franklin County's seat, it is also the state capital of Ohio and is presently one of the biggest cities in the Midwest.

Franklin County enjoys a very diverse range of development. From the tiny village of Harrisburg (population: 316) to the sprawling Columbus with nearly 750,000 residents, there is a unique blend of rural, suburban, and urban areas throughout the county. Ohio State University also calls Franklin County home. Commonly called OSU, the school was founded in 1870 and has over 50,000 students enrolled. The Buckeyes are a huge draw for the area, and thousands of OSU fans gather for the immensely popular sports, especially football and men's basketball. The City of Columbus, which is actually divided among three different counties, offers much for residents and visitors, including museums, theaters, sports, and more.