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New businesses set to open across Franklin including Wawa

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 10:25 AM

Courtesy-Wawa

FRANKLIN, Ind. - The City of Franklin highlighted significant commercial growth and private investment during a Joint Common Council and Franklin School Board meeting on Monday, August 24.

Franklin city officials confirmed several high-profile commercial projects actively moving forward within the community. The new developments span a mix of major corporate manufacturing facilities, popular dining options, and convenience retail services.

Local leadership expects these incoming developments to boost job creation and expand the city's commercial tax base:

  • Wawa: Incoming convenience store and gas station location featuring an adjacent car wash facility
  • Malarkey Roofing Products: A $200 million industrial investment expanding manufacturing operations
  • Chipotle: New quick-service restaurant location expanding local dining options
  • Dutch Bros Coffee: Drive-thru coffee chain adding a new storefront
  • Valvoline: New automotive service location providing routine maintenance services

The commercial initiatives listed above represent ongoing site developments and corporate investments. Construction timelines and grand opening schedules will be released as project phases reach completion.

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