Visit
Franklin Parish

Home of the Stars and Stripes Capital of Louisiana

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Add to
Our Calendar

Want to add your event to the Franklin Parish community calendar? Fill out our form and attach your event flyer to start the process.

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Upcoming
Events

Never miss a community event when you stay up to date by checking the Franklin Parish community calendar of events.

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Latest
News

Check out the latest news by tuning in to 95.9 KMAR on the radio and grab a copy of The Franklin Sun news publication that is printed weekly.

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Things to do
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Creative CommunityArts
&
Culture

Franklin Parish has a variety of arts and culture attractions to see during your visit. Check out our famous Princess Theatre and Old Post Office Museum next time you are in town to experience our creative community.

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Enjoy Family FunParks
&
Recreation

Come and play in Franklin Parish when you visit one of our newly renovated parks, such as Davis Park, in Winnsboro. While you’re in town, don’t forget to take a photo at Baldwin park, as it is landscaped beautifully year round.

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Sportsman's
Paradise

Boating, Fishing, and Camping are a few of the many things that make Franklin Parish a true sportsman’s paradise. Turkey Creek, west of Wisner, is one of the best-known fishing spots in the state.

Enjoy the Local BusinessesShops
&
Eateries

Within our parish lies an array of boutiques and gift shops along with the coffee shop, a library, and many other establishments for shopping and dining – making it a perfect destination with a little something for everyone.

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Experience AdventureEvents
&
Attractions

From festivals to rodeos, there is something for everyone all throughout the year. The towns and villages that make up Franklin Parish welcome each community member and visitor with open arms.

It's time to dream big
just like these Franklin Parish natives

No matter where you come from,
you can decide to make your dreams a reality.

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“I am who I am because of the place that raised me. When you’re from a small town, it just makes the dream bigger.”

LAINEY WILSON,

Singer, Songwriter, Actress

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“Your commitment to your athletic journey is inspiring. Embrace your progress, stay focused, and trust in your abilities. You are capable of achieving remarkable feats. Keep pushing forward with resilience and passion.”

JOHN MOFFITT,

Olympic Athlete

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“Growing up in Winnsboro provided me with the warmth of community and family while also leaving me curious to what else the world had to offer. It was a small town with big city values that helped a country boy be ready for the world to come.”

ANTHONY MCFARLAND,

NFL Athlete

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“Be true to yourself. Work hard and never give up on your dreams.”

PHILADRIN MATHIS,

NFL Athlete

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“I wouldn’t be who I am without Franklin Parish. The area and its people are and will always be an important piece of our family.”

JEFF CARTER,

Musician, Producer, Attorney, Agent

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“You’re never too young to dream, and never too old for your dreams to come true.”

ROBERT FINLEY,

Singer

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“Having my parents, grandparents, and even further back being from Franklin Parish, it will always hold the most special place in my heart along with so many treasured memories. All of my Aunts, Uncles & cousins also, we are a tight bunch. So much history for me & a giant part of who I am.”

DEANA CARTER,

Musician, Producer, Singer, Composer, Actress

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“Fred Carter loved Franklin Parish and the fact that he called it “home.” The work ethic and influences of simple life allowed him the opportunity to dream big, achieve his dreams and always come home to give back to the place it all started.”

FRED CARTER JR.,

Musician, Producer, Singer, Composer

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“One of the things I love the most about my hometown of Wisner and Franklin Parish…No matter how high you might rise or how far you might fall, there is generosity, love and support that seems endless and unconditional. Someone wrote “You can’t go home again.” And my response is, “I don’t think you can ever really leave! And why would you want to?”

WAYNE WATSON.,

Singer, Songwriter

Places to Stay
while you're visiting

Need a local place to stay?
Try the numerous locations within our area for a clean, stress free, and hospitable place to rest up and rejuvenate.

Places to Stay
while you're visiting

Need a local place to stay?
Try the numerous locations within our area for a clean, stress free, and hospitable place to rest up and rejuvenate.

Hotels

When it comes to lodging, Franklin Parish offers a selection of local hotels in great locations to fit in your family's budget.

VRBO

Vacation Rentals by Owners (VBRO) add another option of lodging while visiting Franklin Parish.

Air BNB

Air BNBs provide an array of options for much needed rest in a cozy home setting. Find the perfect location for your needs.

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Discover, apply, choose

When it comes to your career management, having a professional career coach at your side is a key element to your support system. Our newsletter will keep you up to date and will guide you through choosing your career.

A bright career with
our simple programme

Are you stuck in a job you don’t enjoy? Not sure which career direction to take? If you want to have a job you are passionate about, the good news is you can! Find your dream job using our proven, comprehensive 6 step program.

A bright career with our simple programme

Are you stuck in a job you don’t enjoy? Not sure which career direction to take? If you want to have a job you are passionate about, the good news is you can! Find your dream job using our proven, comprehensive 6 step program.

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STEP 1Goal setting

Establish your short-term and long-term career goals and a forward-looking career road map.

STEP 2Explore

Help you understand yourself, what is important to you and monitor how changes in your interests, skills relate to your career.

STEP 3Discover

Learn about different careers, understand the components and requirements to make a final decision.

STEP 4Action Plan

Create a tactical plan to get you from where you are today to where you want to be. We help fine-tune your plans.

Our commitment
means your success

Our values drive not only our culture and how we work with clients but also how we live our lives. We partner with our clients to achieve their goals and empower transformation by leading with integrity, competence, compassion and heart.

We spend over 50% of our waking life at work. Devoting that amount of time to a career that brings you challenge, growth and fulfillment is critical to your life happiness quotient. It is possible to live your career dream…I did it and so can you.

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Team serving you
to forward your career

Our methodology differentiates us from other career coaching firms and ensures clients receive unsurpassed service at all stages of their career.

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MANAGING DIRECTOR & COACHMichael Stroll

Michael combines her over 30+ year’s corporate experience with his solid bottom line coaching approach to career solutions.

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CAREER COACHEmma Symmonds

Emma knows that tackling one’s own resume can be a challenge, simply because it can be difficult to view your own experience with unbiased eyes.

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CERTIFIED CAREER COACHBrad Stewart

Brad has over 25 years experience in writing job descriptions, evaluations, and awards for all fields, levels of work experience, and employment.

Starter Consultation

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Twice a month one-on-one 55 minute sessions with one of our coaches on career direction, job search or work performance

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Three times a month one-on-one 55 minute sessions with one of our career coaches on career direction, job search or work performance

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Latest news

Read our latest blog posts and find out how can you change or improve your career immediately.

by Celeste Miller

Avoid these mistakes at your next job interview

No matter how long you have been a successful business professional, a job interview can be nerve wracking. It’s normal to feel the pressure of being analyzed by a hiring manager, but sometimes anxiety can cause us to make mistakes. Here are 3 mistakes to avoid for a successful interview.

by Celeste Miller

Finding your place in the professional world

Do you feel like you don’t belong at your current job? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone. According to a Gallup study, this has become a worldwide issue. The study shows that only 13% of employees worldwide are engaged at their jobs.

by Celeste Miller

How to survive a career mishap

Every professional has been guilty of making a mistake. Small mishaps are easier to overlook, such as a typo in a document or a formatting error in a spreadsheet. Other mistakes are harder to fix, such as accidentally sharing confidential information with the wrong client or realizing you did the math on your department’s yearly budget incorrectly and it’s already in use.

Everyone deserves a rewarding career!

Achieving your career goals can lead to positive changes in all areas of your life. Coaching empowers and educates you on how to take charge of your career and achieve the success you’ve dreamed of.