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Library CornerOctober 15, 2025 - The Estill TribuneLaRue County Public Library: One Stop ShopOctober 15, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald News Shelton is October 'Little Librarian of the Month'October 15, 2025 - The Casey County NewsSpreading joy, one stitch at a timeOctober 15, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald News500 LC children benefit from Dolly Parton's Imagination LibraryOctober 15, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryOctober 15, 2025 - The Herald-NewsTown CrierOctober 14, 2025 - Kentucky New EraCommunity CalendarOctober 14, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseLINEUPOctober 14, 2025 - The Paducah SunGot historical photos? The Kenton County Library wants them October 14, 2025 - Link NKYBaker & Taylor Ceases Operations After ReaderLink Acquisition Falls ThroughOctober 14, 2025 - School Library JournalLibrary holds groundbreaking for The Green at RCPLOctober 14, 2025 - Laker Country 104.9Things to do in Cincinnati this week: Oct. 13 - 19October 13, 2025 - WLWTOkolona is the last stop for the 2025 Courier Journal mobile newsroom. Come see us.October 13, 2025 - Courier-Journal'A First Amendment problem': Lawsuit over book bans at Department of Defense schoolsOctober 13, 2025 - Courier-JournalLibrarians sound alarm as Trump administration takes aim at agency supporting libraries and museumsOctober 13, 2025 - Spectrum NewsRowan County Public Library’s new Library of Things is open to the publicOctober 13, 2025 - WMKYCelebrate National Friends of Libraries WeekOctober 13, 2025 - The News-GraphicThis Week at the Public LibraryOctober 13, 2025 - Z93Woodford County Library celebrates KY heritage with annual fall eventOctober 12, 2025 - WLEXOwen County Library calendarOctober 12, 2025 - The News-Herald'Take a look, it's in a book': Louisville Book Festival returnsOctober 12, 2025 - Spectrum NewsCorbin Library to host Annual Ghost Tours Oct. 17-18October 12, 2025 - The News Journal2025 Silent City Tour is Oct 13October 12, 2025 - Columbia MagazineCommunity CalendarOctober 12, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsLibrary’s farm festival grows fondness for natureOctober 11, 2025 - The News-EnterprisePaul Sawyier Public Library News — Oct. 12-18, 2025October 11, 2025 - The State JournalMcCracken County Public Library new releasesOctober 11, 2025 - The Paducah SunCapital City Activity Center/Meals on Wheels Greater Frankfort News — Oct. 13-17, 2025October 11, 2025 - The State JournalFlorence residents await library renovation plansOctober 11, 2025 - Link NKYThis Week in the Tri-StateOctober 11, 2025 - The Daily IndependentHopkins County Madisonville Public Library celebrates freedom to readOctober 11, 2025 - The MessengerActivist hosts town hall for Clean Slate legislationOctober 10, 2025 - The Paducah SunUrban Appalachian stories come to life at CHPL this fallOctober 10, 2025 - Link NKYIntellectual Freedom News 10/10/2025October 10, 2025 - Intellectual Freedom BlogApplications Open for 2026 Will Eisner Graphic Novel Grants for LibrariesOctober 10, 2025 - American Library Association Be an Informed Pro-Library, Pro-Literary Voter Now: Book Censorship News, October 10, 2025October 10, 2025 - Book RiotGet ready for Bat Week at Grant County Public Library!October 9, 2025 - Grant County NewsPublic library eventsOctober 9, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetWant to Learn AI? Ask it!October 9, 2025 - Public Libraries OnlineGoodnight NookOctober 9, 2025 - Franklin FavoriteStory Alley Brings Families Together at the LibraryOctober 9, 2025 - The Adair Progress DBCDC Adopts Proclamations Supporting Early Childhood Education and Universal Pre-KOctober 9, 2025 - The Advocate-MessengerKenton County Public Library offering spooky October events for Halloween fans and history buffs alikeOctober 8, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneApplications open for new ALA initiative to advance sustainability in librariesOctober 8, 2025 - American Library AssociationLINEUPOctober 8, 2025 - The Paducah SunLibrary cuts ribbon for new walking trailOctober 8, 2025 - The Herald-NewsBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryOctober 8, 2025 - The Herald-NewsRenowned poet yung pueblo speaks at The Capitol October 8, 2025 - Bowling Green Daily NewsCommunity Calendar October 8, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseLibrary CornerOctober 8, 2025 - The Estill TribuneCommunity Calendar October 8, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCostume Contest Announced at the Public LibraryOctober 8, 2025 - Z93Spooky Stories Coming to the LibraryOctober 8, 2025 - Z93Hope Initiative project ongoing, package store application approvedOctober 8, 2025 - The Herald LedgerRoot cellars, wood stoves and grandma's chicken soupOctober 8, 2025 - The News-Herald Residents share concerns over development, library needs at our Boone County ‘Let’s Talk’ eventOctober 8, 2025 - WCPO Library pumpkin decoratingOctober 8, 2025 - WPSDUofL hosts ‘Adulting 101’ event for students to learn practical life skillsOctober 8, 2025 - WAVEFree costume giveaway at Weldon library this SaturdayOctober 8, 2025 - WCLUBaker & Taylor Prepares Plan to Shut DownOctober 7, 2025 - Publishers Weekly The Internet Archive Releases Resource Guide to Help Libraries Join in the Commemoration of 1 TRILLION Web Pages Archived MilestoneOctober 7, 2025 - Library Journal’s Info DocketWhat’s new at the Library?October 7, 2025 - The Winchester SunDolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Louisville sends 500,000th bookOctober 7, 2025 - WDRBGive A Child A Smile Sensory Christmas PartyOctober 7, 2025 - WTVQBy the Numbers: Banned Books Week 2025October 7, 2025 - American LibrariesAASL and ALSC Partner with Pokémon to Launch School and Public Library Pokémon ClubsOctober 7, 2025 - American Library AssociationTrump Sues Penguin Random House, and Other News for Library WorkersOctober 7, 2025 - Book Riot2025 Downtown Days Schedule of EventsOctober 7, 2025 - Columbia MagazineMarshall County Library Offers Rare CO2 Laser Training OpportunityOctober 7, 2025 - Marshall County Daily NewsLibrary hosts traveling Holocaust museum, related eventsOctober 7, 2025 - The Pioneer NewsCall It a Comeback for Calgary Public Library | LJ Marketer of the Year Award 2025October 6, 2025 - Library JournalVivian Katherine Young DawkinsOctober 6, 2025 - LeCompte Johnson Taylor Funeral HomeOwen County library calendarOctober 6, 2025 - The News-HeraldAsk Dr. Paauw: De-Escalation in Public Libraries — Send Us Your QuestionsOctober 6, 2025 - Public Libraries OnlineHappenings in Bullitt CountyOctober 6, 2025 - The Pioneer NewsCommunity briefsOctober 6, 2025 - The Oldham EraAmerican Library Association President Sam Helmick discusses censorship and information freedomOctober 6, 2025 - WPSD Cumberland Con enjoys monster turnout for first show at The CenterOctober 6, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalWesterfield discusses new pavilion as part of library expansionOctober 6, 2025 - Laker 104.9Fall Break at the Public LibraryOctober 6, 2025 - Z93Apple Fest triumph and upcoming Friends events!October 5, 2025 - The Casey County NewsThis Week in the Tri-StateOctober 4, 2025 - The Daily IndependentPaul Sawyier Public Library News — Oct. 5-11, 2025October 4, 2025 - The State JournalCreepy Critters at the Metcalfe Library SaturdayOctober 4, 2025 - Columbia MagazineTown CrierOctober 4, 2025 - Kentucky New EraMcCracken County Public Library new releases October 4, 2025 - The Paducah SunCommunity CalendarOctober 4, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalComic Surge at the Jessamine County Public Library October 4, 2025 - WLEX Fiscal Court approves Kline for library board in 3-1 voteOctober 3, 2025 - The Owensboro TimesLibrary program connects residents with community resourcesOctober 3, 2025 - The Paintsville HeraldA Half Century of American Book BanningOctober 3, 2025 - The AtlanticOpinion: The heartbeat of our community – Boone County Public LibraryOctober 3, 2025 - Link NKYSouthgate approves Read Ready programOctober 3, 2025 - Link NKYCall for Volunteers: Serve on ALA Award JuriesOctober 3, 2025 - American Library AssociationIntellectual Freedom News 10/3/2025October 3, 2025 - Intellectual Freedom BlogThe Average Age of America’s Most-Banned Books Is Older Than a High School Senior: Book Censorship News, October 3, 2025October 3, 2025 - Book RiotHow one man's love for his neighborhood turned into a decade of West End toursOctober 3, 2025 - Courier-JournalFloyd Library hosts art galleryOctober 3, 2025 - The Floyd County ChronicleMcCracken Co. Library seeks donationsOctober 3, 2025 - WPSDFall Book Sale a reader's paradiseOctober 3, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseLocal investigators look to answer “Is the Capitol Haunted?” through new documentaryOctober 3, 2025 - WNKYGroundbreaking for The Green at RCPL scheduled for October 13October 3, 2025 - Laker 104.9Adair County Genealogy Homecoming, Friday and Saturday, October 10 and 11, 2025October 2, 2025 - The Adair ProgressLibrary begins focus on senior programsOctober 2, 2025 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierMarshall County Health Department holds annual health fairOctober 2, 2025 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierSBA assistance helps Laurel County man rebuild after May tornadoOctober 2, 2025 - The Sentinel EchoPress release: Bi-Okoto brings vibrant cultural festival to Boone County Public LibraryOctober 2, 2025 - Link NKY6 Taylor Swift parties in (and near) Cincinnati to celebrate 'Life of a Showgirl' releaseOctober 2, 2025 - The Cincinnati EnquirerLet Freedom Ring!October 2, 2025 - The Sentinel-NewsGoodnight NookOctober 2, 2025 - Franklin FavoriteMayfield’s Halloweentown Scavenger Hunt unites families, businesses for fall funOctober 2, 2025 - WPSDFiscal Court OKs Tax Rates, Approves New HiresOctober 2, 2025 - The Mountain AdvocateCommunity CalendarOctober 2, 2025 - Central Kentucky News-JournalCommunity CalendarOctober 1, 2025 - LaRue County Herald NewsMost tax rates will remain the sameOctober 1, 2025 - The Springfield SunLibrary board nominee provides outlookOctober 1, 2025 - Messenger-Inquirer23,000 Book Bans Since 2021: PEN America Releases Its Latest Report on the State of Literary CensorshipOctober 1, 2025 - Book RiotBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibraryOctober 1, 2025 - The Herald-NewsLibrary CornerOctober 1, 2025 - The Estill TribuneFall Book Sale begins Thursday at LibraryOctober 1, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseCommunity CalendarOctober 1, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseTrimble County Library ProgramsOctober 1, 2025 - Carrollton News DemocratLexington Library's October Genealogy, book signing and Boo BashOctober 1, 2025 - WTVQCostume Drive Underway at the LibraryOctober 1, 2025 - Z93How the 2025 Government Shutdown Will Impact LibrariesOctober 1, 2025 - American LibrariesLGBTQ members fear changes to libraryOctober 1, 2025 - Messenger-InquirerNCPL drops tax rateSeptember 30, 2025 - The Kentucky StandardALA disappointed by FCC takebacks, lack of due process in decision to end library hotspots, school bus Wi-FiSeptember 30, 2025 - American Library Association DCPL board members weigh in on policies, upcoming appointmentSeptember 30, 2025 - Messenger-InquirerTown CrierSeptember 30, 2025 - Kentucky New EraLINEUPSeptember 30, 2025 - The Paducah SunOpinion – Jennifer Cheek: Local libraries are special places where stories are shared, communities thriveSeptember 30, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribunePublic Library’s bookmobile returns to the road WednesdaySeptember 30, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseWill the downtown Louisville library close for renovations? Advocates for the unhoused community push for answersSeptember 30, 2025 - WHASStory Alley at ACPL on Oct 6September 30, 2025 - Columbia MagazineMayor appoints new director of the Louisville Free Public LibrarySeptember 29, 2025 - WLKYUPDATE: ReaderLink Acquisition of Baker & Taylor TerminatedSeptember 29, 2025 - Library JournalMeet the New Host of Reading Rainbow: Mychal the LibrarianSeptember 29, 2025 - Book RiotWith Funding from The John A. Hartford Foundation, ALA Announces Aging Together: An Evaluation of Library Programming for Older AdultsSeptember 29, 2025 - American Library AssociationHappenings in Bullitt CountySeptember 29, 2025 - The Pioneer NewsFight to control Kentucky's most contentious library reaches 'tipping point' amid new appointmentSeptember 29, 2025 - WKYUMarshall Co. Library Health & Resource fairSeptember 29, 2025 - WPSDVendor, presenter slots open for second McCrack-Con, Paducah's mini Comic-ConSeptember 29, 2025 - WPSDKentucky author Silas House to discuss 2 new books at The CapitolSeptember 29, 2025 - WNKYThis Week’s Library ActivitiesSeptember 29, 2025 - Z93So You’ve Earned Your MLIS: Now What? Advice and Reflections for New Library ProfessionalsSeptember 29, 2025 - Public Libraries Online‘The Coolest Theater in Town’September 28, 2025 - The Bowling Green Daily NewsYe Olde Book Wyrm Renaissance Faire brings medieval world to Hopkinsville librarySeptember 28, 2025 - Christian County NowMcCracken County Public Library hosts Pedal in PaducahSeptember 28, 2025 - WPSDClean Slate town hall meeting set for Oct. 9 at McCracken County Public LibrarySeptember 28, 2025 - WPSDNC Library hosts adult book fairSeptember 27, 2025 - The Kentucky StandardThis Week in the Tri-StateSeptember 27, 2025 - The Daily IndependentPaul Sawyier Public Library News — Sept. 28-Oct. 4September 27, 2025 - The State JournalCommunity CalendarSeptember 27, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalLibrary celebrates National Women's Health and Fitness DaySeptember 27, 2025 - The Dawson Springs ProgressAuthor tours Hopkins County to talk about kindness and communitySeptember 27, 2025 - The Dawson Springs ProgressUnlock your business potential: Data at your fingertips workshop at KCPLSeptember 27, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneMcCracken County Public Library new releasesSeptember 27, 2025 - The Paducah SunRenovation to Hopkinsville’s library opens with expanded youth, teen areasSeptember 26, 2025 - Christian County NowBooks on the Move: Bookmobiles, Mobile Libraries and MoreSeptember 26, 2025 - Library of CongressCastlen rejects latest nominees, recommends attorney Kline for library boardSeptember 26, 2025 - The Owensboro TimesThe Library is Not a Quiet Place Anymore—And That’s a Good ThingSeptember 26, 2025 - Book RiotIntellectual Freedom News 9/26/2025September 26, 2025 - Intellectual Freedom BlogHenry County organizations benefit from OVUC golf scrambleSeptember 26, 2025 - The Henry County LocalMcCracken library hosts free naloxone eventSeptember 26, 2025 - WPSDBrary Bear’s Story Time enchants young minds at the McCracken County Public LibrarySeptember 26, 2025 - The Paducah SunOwen County Library calendarSeptember 26, 2025 - The News-HeraldMovie marathon coming to the Public LibrarySeptember 26, 2025 - Z93Kenton Co. Library to host yard-sale swap, Taylor Swift-inspired engagement party this weekendSeptember 25, 2025 - Northern Kentucky Tribune2 artists to be featured at gallery on FridaySeptember 25, 2025 - The Daily IndependentFiscal Court accepts Flex road funding agreementSeptember 25, 2025 - Grayson County NewsLibrary NotesSeptember 25, 2025 - The Cadiz RecordTraveling 'Americans and the Holocaust' exhibit coming to Bullitt County LibrarySeptember 25, 2025 - WDRBPublic library eventsSeptember 25, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetMeeting The AuthorsSeptember 25, 2025 - The Pioneer NewsMeet Dan Montgomery: An interview with ALA’s incoming executive directorSeptember 25, 2025 - American LibrariesLogan County Public Library EventsSeptember 25, 2025 - Franklin FavoriteGoodnight NookSeptember 25, 2025 - Franklin FavoriteVFW Members Explore Genealogy with Mike Watson at the LibrarySeptember 25, 2025 - The Adair ProgressFiscal Court honors Kennedy, Hopkins for serving communitySeptember 25, 2025 - Murray Ledger & TimesCastlen receives candidates for library boardSeptember 24, 2025 - Messenger-InquirerBeyond the Books: What’s Happening at Your LibrarySeptember 24, 2025 - Messenger-InquirerPublishers Warily Await Completion of ReaderLink-B&T DealSeptember 24, 2025 - Publishers Weekly Last Blast of SummerSeptember 24, 2025 - The Bourbon County CitizenTrimble County Library ProgramsSeptember 24, 2025 - The Carroll News-DemocratNoontime Knowledge focuses on breast cancer awarenessSeptember 24, 2025 - The Times-TribuneCommunity CalendarSeptember 24, 2025 - The News-EnterpriseBig Bang Boom! Brings Family Fun to Henderson This WeekendSeptember 24, 2025 - WEVVLibrary CornerSeptember 24, 2025 - The Estill TribuneCommunity CalendarSeptember 24, 2025 - The LaRue County Herald NewsCommunity calendarSeptember 24, 2025 - The Central Kentucky News-JournalSome exciting programs planned for October at Public LibrarySeptember 24, 2025 - Z93Tyler Childers takes readers "On The Road" with library app LibbySeptember 24, 2025 - WUKYMichael Shannon film will have Kentucky premiere at Lexington festival September 24, 2025 - Lexington Herald-LeaderThe Fearless Kentucky Women Who Rode Horses to Deliver Books Deep into Eastern KentuckySeptember 24, 2025 - WOMIMake the most of fall at the library this monthSeptember 24, 2025 - The Henry County Local Biblical citizenship class offered at librarySeptember 24, 2025 - The Anderson NewsTown CrierSeptember 23, 2025 - Kentucky New Era‘I survived’ author will visit Capitol TheaterSeptember 23, 2025 - The Bowling Green Daily NewsLINEUPSeptember 23, 2025 - The Paducah SunWeldon library accepting donations for Halloween costume driveSeptember 23, 2025 - WCLUPLA seeks responses to 2025 Public Library Services for Strong Communities SurveySeptember 23, 2025 - American Library AssociationAnnual Book Fair and Arts & Crafts Show is Nov 8September 23, 2025 - Columbia MagazineA 'don't miss it!' eventSeptember 23, 2025 - The Cynthiana DemocratLibrary hosts ‘the event of the season’September 22, 2025 - The Oldham EraExploring mental health at Be Kind to Your MindSeptember 22, 2025 - The Oldham EraDCPL hosting Handmade Crafts Fair on SaturdaySeptember 22, 2025 - The Owensboro TimesKTBL’s Evan Hatter on Around 10, 9/22/2025September 22, 2025 - Cable 10Library at Louisville's Mid City Mall to expand hours starting this fallSeptember 22, 2025 - WDRBThe Seattle Public Library’s Nourishing Minds toolkit equips libraries to address youth mental health with free and innovative programs and resources September 22, 2025 - American Library AssociationLegendary Actor/Author/Activist George Takei Named Honorary Chair of Banned Books Week 2025September 22, 2025 - American Library Association‘Memories of a Coal Miner’s Daughter’ at George Coon Public LibrarySeptember 22, 2025 - WPKYThis Week’s Library ActivitiesSeptember 22, 2025 - Z93Public Library News Roundup (Reports From AL, FL, GA, IL, MN, & PA)September 21, 2025 - Library Journal’s Info DocketOwen County Library CalendarSeptember 21, 2025 - The News-HeraldThis Week in the Tri-StateSeptember 20, 2025 - The Daily IndependentMcCracken County Public Library new releasesSeptember 20, 2025 - The Paducah SunPaul Sawyier Public Library News — Sept. 21-27, 2025September 20, 2025 - The State JournalCommunity CalendarSeptember 20, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalRowan County Public Library hosts annual Library Card MonthSeptember 19, 2025 - WMKYWe Can’t Forget People Experiencing Incarceration in Our Fight for Readers’ Rights: Book Censorship News, September 19, 2025 September 19, 2025 - Book RiotIntellectual Freedom News 9/19/2025September 19, 2025 - Intellectual Freedom BlogRCPL releases annual reportSeptember 19, 2025 - Laker 104.9Public library eventsSeptember 18, 2025 - The Spencer MagnetLibrary Notes for September 18September 18, 2025 - The Cadiz RecordMagistrates OK tax rates for 2025September 18, 2025 - The Cadiz RecordMarshall County Public Library announces return of after-school programsSeptember 18, 2025 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierMercy Health announces locations and dates to receive free flu vaccine September 18, 2025 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierDiscover your WWII legacySeptember 18, 2025 - The Marshall County Tribune-CourierMore than 88,000 people visited library branches for fiscal yearSeptember 18, 2025 - Mt. Sterling AdvocateFreedom to Read Project Releases Free Advocacy Guide and WorkbookSeptember 18, 2025 - School Library JournalGoodnight NookSeptember 18, 2025 - Franklin FavoriteRussell County continues to lead state in Dolly Parton Imagination Library registrationSeptember 18, 2025 - Laker Country 104.9LG&E and KU employees complete nearly 800 volunteer hours during Day of CaringSeptember 18, 2025 - LG&E KUMore than books: Discover what your library has to offerSeptember 17, 2025 - The Casey County NewsReaderLink Buys Baker & TaylorSeptember 17, 2025 - Library JournalInitiatives aim to give NKY children a strong startSeptember 17, 2025 - Link NKYNew Macy book focuses on UK hoops historySeptember 17, 2025 - The Interior JournalLocal News in Brief: Reception at gallery tonightSeptember 17, 2025 - The Daily IndependentNeon mom’s book is an expert’s view of autismSeptember 17, 2025 - The Mountain Eagle2025 property tax rates setSeptember 17, 2025 - The McCreary JournalRussell County Public Library had nearly 38,000 visitors last yearSeptember 17, 2025 - Laker Country 104.9Friends of the McCracken County Public Library offers children's books pop-up saleSeptember 16, 2025 - The Paducah SunAlzheimer’s Association hosts free programs this month, one in Kenton CountySeptember 16, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneLocal Artist Showcases Work at Clay County Public LibrarySeptember 16, 2025 - The Manchester EnterpriseWhitley Fiscal Court approves 2025 tax ratesSeptember 16, 2025 - The Times-TribuneKenton County Public Library to host Entrepreneur and Small Business Day September 17September 15, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneViking Fest at Kenton County Public Library’s Independence Branch — go back in time at family-fun eventSeptember 15, 2025 - Northern Kentucky TribuneWeldon Library tax set by fiscal courtSeptember 15, 2025 - WCLUFiscal Court sets decreased county tax rateSeptember 15, 2025 - The Commonwealth JournalEntrepreneur and Small Business Day Hosted by Kenton County Public LibrarySeptember 15, 2025 - Fox 19