A Charlotte man says ICE agents detained him at gunpoint despite his U.S. citizenship, prompting immigration advocates to demand answers.

We're pleased to announce that the BC Libraries Co-op will support continued access to Ryan Dowd's Homeless Training for BC public library staff through 2028. Beginning November 1, 2026, BCLC will fu...

The board approved submission of the California Public Library survey for FY 2025–26. Staff reported meeting spaces were reserved 13,887 times, funding rose 7%, operating expenditures rose 6%, borrowing via LinkPlus rose 130%, and total program offerings rose 13% with attendance up 4%.

The Clinton Town Council is scheduled Nov. 4, 2026, to consider a 30-year lease with the Henry Carter Hull Library that sets aggregate rent at $30 (one dollar per year), requires insurance and compliance with zoning, and makes the lease contingent on permits and bond-counsel review.

Welsh libraries are offering sunshine kits to help users manage the effects of seasonal affective disorder (SAD) during the darker months.

The board flagged a high‑profile LA County Library partnership with Sanrio that produced large weekend crowds, distribution of tens of thousands of library cards and a third card drop scheduled for Nov. 10.

After more than two hours of public comment and trustee debate, the Rappahannock County Free Public Library Board of Trustees voted to accept a donated long-term leasehold and operating agreement from Black Kettle LLC for a new library at Rush/Reshirder Commons. Supporters cited financial advantages and program space; opponents warned leasing a library facility could threaten local control and highlighted flood and process concerns.

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County staff updated the board on major capital projects — including new Clovis and Reedley libraries, a Behavioral Health remodel and a sheriff headquarters move — and supervisors urged hiring outside construction management help to keep schedules and grant funding on track.

A draft strategic plan in the Oct. 27 packet calls for increased spending on audio and video collections, staff stabilization, expanded outreach and refreshed public spaces; document cites a proposed 2027 materials budget of $137,735 and a target to raise audio recordings per capita from 0.16 to 0.34.

Dozens of public speakers — including SEIU library workers, labor representatives and community leaders — urged the Board of Supervisors to reject privatizing Fresno County Public Library and to provide relief for county employees facing large health‑care premium hikes.

The board is scheduled on October 26, 2026 to adopt a resolution required by USDA Rural Development that would allow the county to accept and proceed with a $500,000 Community Facilities Grant toward construction of a 20,000‑square‑foot White County library; the packet includes a USDA Letter of Conditions, project budget lines, procurement rules and a funding mix.

The board approved a revised contract with the Williamsburg (to be Greater Williamsburg) Regional Library that ties York’s contribution to its local library budget, grants full borrowing privileges to York residents and makes York a non‑voting regional participant effective July 1, 2027.

After a multihour presentation and public comment, the council voted 4–1 to pursue long‑term use/negotiation with College of the Desert to renovate existing space rather than immediately proceed with a $45M new-build at the Parkview site; staff will advance negotiations and feasibility assessments.

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After a large public turnout urging full funding, the Board directed the CEO to include both the $44M (Option A) and the $28.5M (Option B) Orcutt Library/OASIS financing scenarios in the county 5‑year forecast; staff will present debt-service and operating-cost options and return with details.

Diane Kresch said the library organized town halls, resume workshops and a federal-worker support group after the USAID purge; the library continues to host a support group and a book sale to engage the community.

🇬🇧 New government figures show library engagement in England reached 36% in 2025/26, with both physical visits and digital use increasing.