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Franklin County Arkansas Franklin County was formed in 1837 and named for Benjamin Franklin. The Arkansas River divides the county, and because early travel across the river was difficult, the county has two seats of government - Ozark, north of the river, and Charleston, south of the river. The county lays claim to the first oil strike in Arkansas and in the late 1800's coal was mined, introducing the boomtowns of Branch and Denning. Local coal operations ceased in 1944. A century ago, Swiss-German immigrants discovered the hilltops along the Arkansas River were perfect for growing wine grapes. Today, Franklin County remains the heart of Arkansas' "wine country." The county's viticultural or grape growing region centers on the towns of Altus and Wiederkehr Village. For More Information Contact: Franklin County Courthouse Franklin County Courthouse Franklin County Courthouse, Ozark:
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