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First Regional Library reports record use, asks Olive Branch for $432,600 in FY2026
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First Regional Library officials told the Olive Branch Board of Aldermen the library saw record visits, higher program attendance and asked the city for level funding of $432,600 for fiscal year 2026 to maintain hours and services.
Lori Barnes, director of First Regional Library, told the Olive Branch Board of Aldermen on Aug. 5 that the system recorded heavier use over the past year and asked the city to maintain funding at $432,600 for fiscal year 2026 to keep current service hours and programming.
Barnes said First Regional welcomed 96,863 visitors and checked out 193,695 items in the past year. ‘‘We provided even more library programs for all ages with increased attendance,’’ Barnes said, and staff counted 473 total programs, including 356 youth programs, with total…
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