Park plaza to honor Franklin rodeo

A 1.4-acre triangular piece of Franklin’s Jim Warren Park is being dedicated as Franklin Rodeo Plaza. The area will include a bronze statue of a cowboy riding a bucking horse, benches, lighting, landscaping, historical markers, and a walking trail with signage that tells the 75-year history of the rodeo. The Franklin Noon Rotary Club and Franklin Parks and Recreation Department have partnered on the project to honor the location where the rodeo was held for 51 years. The rodeo will celebrate 75 years in 2026 and has raised millions for local charities since its inception.