Franklin County buying 350 acres for industrial park Gene Marrano November 27, 2015 1 minute read Franklin County is making an investment in its future to the tune of 7 million dollars – buying land for a new industrial park as WFIR’s Gene Marrano reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: Survey shows where to find the best — and not-so-best — Black Friday dealsNext: Shop local for Small Business Saturday Related Stories 19 years later, the Excel Center Adult High School helps her graduate with a hard-earned diploma Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Excel Center will welcome more students; holding job fairs as well Gene Marrano July 21, 2026 Roanoke councilman accuses colleague of racist remark Web Staff July 18, 2026