The Town of Rocky Mount, Virginia set in the beautiful rolling hills of the western Blue Ridge Mountains, has been the seat of Franklin County since its formation in 1786.

Bordered by serene farmlands and majestic forested ridges, Rocky Mount is a thriving small town that serves as the county's government, service, and business center.

The county courthouse is a prominent local landmark. It overlooks a community characterized by gracious churches, vital business districts, charming neighborhoods and winding roads. Rocky Mount is located at a primary crossroads at the geographical center of Franklin County. The town provides services to many smaller rural communities, yet is within easy access to the larger cities of Roanoke Virginia, Greensboro North Carolina and only 20 miles from scenic Smith Mountain Lake.

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TOBACCO COMMISSION AWARDS $421,000 TO JOINT INDUSTRIAL PARK EXPANSION PROJECT

Apr 30, 2008

The Town of Rocky Mount and Franklin County can move forward with development of Phase II of their joint industrial park after the Virginia Tobacco Indemnification & Community Revitalization Commission awarded $421,000 to the project Tuesday.

TOWN OF ROCKY MOUNT REQUESTS PROPOSALS FOR AUDITING SERVICES

Apr 18, 2008

The Town of Rocky Mount, Virginia invites qualified independent certified public accountants to submit proposals to provide audit services for the Town for a period of 3 years.