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Hobbs Public Library director reports rising use, new services and expanded hours
Summary
Library Director Nicole Lawless told the City Commission the Hobbs Public Library increased circulation to nearly 90,000 in 2024, added digital services (Hoopla, Kanopy), expanded hours and programs, and grew patron attendance and card registrations.
Nicole Lawless, Hobbs Public Library director, presented the library’s 2024 annual report to the Hobbs City Commission, saying the library has expanded services, staff and hours since she was hired in May 2023.
Lawless said the updated mission is “to enrich lives and inspire creativity, curiosity, and literacy through access to information and entertainment from multicultural community of all ages.” She described new positions (including a teen librarian), new…
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