Posts Tagged Libraries
The irony behind the strategy of some book ban advocates
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 11, 2023
Parents challenging a long list of books are often using lists compiled by people who oppose book banning. Michael Pope reports.
Just how many books are being banned or challenged in Virginia?
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 22, 2023
Library books and librarians are the targets of unprecedented attacks. Michael Pope has updated numbers from Virginia.
The General Assembly debates controversial books
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on February 9, 2023
Lawmakers in Richmond are debating what kind of books should be allowed in public school libraries. Michael Pope has the story.
State lawmakers are debating several bills related to public school libraries
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on January 24, 2023
Public school libraries are the focus of several bills in the General Assembly this year. Michael Pope reports.
The Changing Role Of Libraries In Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 27, 2017
The Library of Virginia in Richmond (Credit: Jason Fuller)
The kids are probably out of school for a few days this week. For some families, that might mean finding some distraction at the local library. With so many other avenues for reading and buying books, not to mention other entertainment choices, have public libraries lost their significance in 2017? Jason Fuller has the story.
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