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Rural Libraries as Lifelines: Books, Broadband, and Other Basics

May 25, 2026

For many, it’s hard to imagine living in a home without reliable internet, running water, or a laundromat within a few minutes’ drive. Yet for families in rural America, this can be a stark and long-standing reality.

What’s Happening with Spokane’s Community Court/Library Partnership?

May 22, 2026

Drug abuse. Mental health issues. The two are often linked, and it is hard to know which comes first. Does heavy drug use fray a person’s mental condition? Or are those struggling with their mental health more likely to use drugs, seeking in them an escape from their torment?

Things to Know Before Applying to Library School

May 20, 2026

I was excited to interview two library school students for this article.

How Seed Libraries Bring Communities Together Each Spring

May 18, 2026

Starting a garden is one of those goals people tuck in the back of their mind as the weather warms. Some imagine growing their own fresh food, while others just want a reason to get outside and work with plants.

State-Sanctioned Book Banning Continues in Utah

May 15, 2026

Utah has become the state with the highest total number of banned books in public school libraries as of February 2026. While the national discussion regarding book bans often centers on the South, one of the most concerning surges in censorship is occurring in a state north of the Mason-Dixon line and west of the Rocky Mountains.

Libraries Struggle Following Baker & Taylor Collapse

May 13, 2026

Libraries often face acquisition challenges, but recent events have created especially dire circumstances for many across the United States. In October of last year, the print wholesaler Baker & Taylor announced it would be shutting down all operations. This company had long been a crucial part of many libraries’ collection development, supplying a wide range of materials in large quantities. In the months leading up to the collapse, many of these same institutions apparently reported ongoing issues with software, shipments, and customer service.

5 Fun Ways to “Get Caught Reading”

May 11, 2026

May is Get Caught Reading Month, a time to celebrate books and encourage bibliophiles to show off their love of literature. Although the campaign highlights May, Get Caught Reading is a year-long celebration, so the fun is just beginning!

How Library Partnerships Help Reduce Senior Social Isolation

May 08, 2026

May is Older Americans Month. It’s a time to celebrate and honor the older adults in our lives and the contributions they have and continue to make. But it’s also time to examine what challenges this group faces. The 2026 Older Americans Month theme is Champion Your Health. One of the major health impacts for older adults may come as a surprise to readers: social isolation, which leads to loneliness.

School Library Musings: Why Become a School Librarian?

May 06, 2026

There is no doubt in our minds that one of the best jobs around is being a school librarian. Instructing, collaborating, sharing, and creating all seamlessly converge in this often uncelebrated but wonderful profession—even as outdated yet ingrained stereotypes persist despite the many remarkable, even heroic, role models today. What makes this generally unheralded profession so rewarding?

Obama Presidential Library Draws Public Attention

May 04, 2026

Many things are given to United States presidents, whether they ask for them or not. The usual suspects are gifts, symbols, and the physical appearance of someone who is a full decade older than they are. One of the less discussed but most impactful endowments made to former chiefs of office is the establishment of a presidential library.
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