Three Franklin County schools on soft lockdown due to nearby law enforcement operation

Three Franklin County schools are on soft lockdown due to an ongoing law enforcement operation in the area, according to the district.

Official response and confirmed impact

The soft lockdowns are at Franklin County High School, Elkhorn Middle School and Elkhorn Elementary School.

Franklin County Schools said this action was taken out of an abundance of caution, and that all students and staff are inside and safe.

There is no direct threat to the school buildings, according to Franklin County Schools.