Frankly Franklin

Join us for a conversation with Ginger Clark of the Great Miami Riverway to talk about the upcoming River Ride on September 13 and the many ways the Riverway brings value to our region. This year’s River Ride invites cyclists (and runners/walkers) of all ages and skill levels to enjoy a scenic journey along the Great Miami Riverway. Whether you’re riding solo, bringing the family, gathering a scou...

Cheryl Hardy sits down with Gary Bates from Warren County Kustoms to talk all things Downtown Saturday Nite Car Show —coming up Saturday, August 9 from 3–9 PM in downtown Franklin! The Warren County Kustoms Downtown Saturday Nite Car Show is a must-attend event for car enthusiasts! The show creates a vibrant, nostalgic atmosphere right in the heart of Franklin. Enjoy live music, local food vendors...

Whether you're a longtime resident or new to Franklin, this episode dives into one of the most impactful community events of the summer—National Night Out. Cheryl Hardy sits down with Police Chief Adam Colon and Detective Amanda Meyers to talk about the importance of neighborhood engagement, how National Night Out builds stronger, safer communities, and what residents can expect this year. Fro...

In this follow-up to last week's deep dive into local and regional government, we’re heading up the chain—exploring how state and federal governments impact the City of Franklin. City Manager Jonathan Westendorf breaks down the roles of state representatives, senators, the governor, and even congressional offices—explaining who to call, when to call, and why those relationships matter. From gr...

Ever wonder how your local government really works? In this enlightening episode of Frankly Franklin , host Cheryl Hardy sits down with City Manager Jonathan Westendorf to demystify the often-confusing world of local governance. From breaking down the roles of the city council, the mayor, and the city manager to unraveling the complexities of millage rates, townships, school boards, and even the s...

In this episode of  Frankly Franklin , we dig into something that affects every household in our community - our fire department. Why does the Franklin Fire Department matter? How can we support them? And what happens if they are understaffed and without properly working equipment? We sit down with Mayor Brent Centers and Chief Stitzel from Franklin’s Fire Department to break it all down: staffing...

In our debut episode, Mayor Brent Centers and City Manager Jonathan Westendorf sit down to talk about why Franklin, Ohio is launching a podcast—and why it matters. From ambitious development projects to good old-fashioned fireworks, this episode dives into how Franklin is growing, evolving, and listening. Special guest Joe Rozzi from Rozzi Fireworks joins us to share the exciting details behind Fr...