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Franklin County
NameFranklin County

Franklin County is a county located in the United States of America, with its county seat in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, and is part of the Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county is situated near the Mason-Dixon Line, which separates Maryland from Pennsylvania, and is close to the Appalachian Mountains. The county is also near the Potomac River, which forms the border between Maryland and West Virginia, and is home to Caledonia State Park and Mont Alto State Park. The county is part of the Susquehanna River watershed, which includes the Juniata River and the Conococheague Creek.

Geography

The geography of the county is characterized by the Appalachian Mountains to the west and the Piedmont region to the east, with the Susquehanna River flowing through the county. The county is also home to Catoctin Mountain and South Mountain (Pennsylvania), which are part of the Appalachian Mountain range. The county's terrain is also influenced by the Marcellus Formation, a geologic formation that contains natural gas deposits. The county is near the Antietam National Battlefield, which is located in Maryland, and is also close to the Gettysburg National Military Park, which is located in Pennsylvania. The county is part of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed, which includes the Potomac River and the Susquehanna River.

History

The history of the county dates back to the French and Indian War, when the area was inhabited by the Iroquois and the Lenape tribes. The county was formed in 1784 from part of Cumberland County, Pennsylvania, and was named after Benjamin Franklin. The county played a significant role in the American Civil War, with the Battle of Gettysburg taking place in nearby Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. The county is also home to the Chambersburg, Pennsylvania historic district, which includes the Zion Reformed Church and the Chambersburg Borough Hall. The county is near the Harper's Ferry, West Virginia, which was the site of John Brown's raid on Harpers Ferry.

Demographics

The demographics of the county are characterized by a population of around 150,000 people, with a mix of European Americans, African Americans, and Hispanic and Latino Americans. The county has a high percentage of Amish and Mennonite residents, who are part of the Lancaster Mennonite Conference and the Brethren in Christ Church. The county is also home to a significant number of Pennsylvania Germans, who are part of the Lutheran Church and the Reformed Church in the United States. The county has a diverse economy, with major industries including agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare, with major employers including WellSpan Health and Orrstown Bank. The county is part of the Harrisburg-York-Lebanon, PA Combined Statistical Area, which includes the City of Harrisburg and the City of York.

Government

The government of the county is headed by a board of commissioners, which is composed of three members elected by the voters of the county. The county is part of the 11th Congressional District of Pennsylvania, which is represented by Lloyd Smucker in the United States House of Representatives. The county is also part of the 33rd Senatorial District of Pennsylvania, which is represented by Judy Ward in the Pennsylvania State Senate. The county has a number of local governments, including the Chambersburg Borough Council and the Waynesboro Borough Council. The county is also home to the Franklin County Courthouse, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Economy

The economy of the county is diverse, with major industries including agriculture, manufacturing, and healthcare. The county is home to a number of major employers, including WellSpan Health, Orrstown Bank, and Volvo Construction Equipment. The county is also a major producer of apples and peaches, with many orchards and farms located throughout the county. The county is part of the Hagerstown-Martinsburg, MD-WV Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes the City of Hagerstown and the City of Martinsburg. The county is also close to the Interstate 81 and the Interstate 76, which provide access to major markets and transportation hubs.

Education

The education system in the county is served by a number of public and private schools, including the Chambersburg Area School District and the Waynesboro Area School District. The county is also home to a number of higher education institutions, including the Wilson College and the Penn State Mont Alto. The county has a number of libraries, including the Chambersburg Public Library and the Waynesboro Public Library, which are part of the Franklin County Library System. The county is also part of the Lincoln Intermediate Unit 12, which provides educational services to the county and surrounding areas. The county is near the Gettysburg College and the Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, which are located in nearby Gettysburg, Pennsylvania and Shippensburg, Pennsylvania.

Category:Counties of Pennsylvania