Library directors present usage surge: CPRL reports nearly 200,000 visits and 455,778 items circulated

Apr 6, 2026

Craven‑Pamlico Regional Library leaders told the county commissioners the regional system logged 197,652 visits, 455,778 items circulated and an FY25 value of services near $13 million; commissioners thanked staff and recognized a grant writer in attendance.

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Julie Cox, Director of the Craven‑Pamlico Regional Library, and Assistant Regional Director Jeanne Holmgren presented the Board with an information sheet and a summary of service metrics for the system that serves Craven and Pamlico counties. Cox highlighted the system’s FY25 outputs, including “2,328 programs,” “197,652 visits to CPRL libraries,” “62,209 attendance for programs,” “56,142 registered patrons,” and “455,778 items circulated,” and an FY25 total value of services used estimated at $12,971,084.

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