Book bans, censorship, and funding fears challenge Ohio public school librarians
A statewide survey found 56% of responding Ohio librarians faced censorship attempts since 2021, as lawmakers weigh new bills over library materials.
Libraries
Mayor Wilkinson to host public town hall at library
Wilkinson will field questions on city initiatives and resident concerns at the June 4 evening meeting at the library.
Ohio sits atop U.S. in library usage, federal funding lawsuits resolve in favor of libraries
Ohio ranked first in library circulation per person in 2023 as court battles over federal library funding reached a settlement — but Trump's proposed budget would slash the Institute of Museum and Library Services from $280 million to $6 million.
Polling shows Ohio public libraries have vast voter support
New polling shows 90% of Ohio voters view public libraries as essential community services, as funding changes raise concerns among advocates.
Federal court decision spells win for State Library of Ohio, libraries nationwide
A federal court blocked Trump’s bid to dismantle the nation’s library funding agency, but Ohio’s State Library still faces state budget cuts threatening core services.
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Workers at one of Ohio’s largest library systems set to unionize
Columbus Metropolitan Library employees are pushing to unionize, citing low pay, safety concerns, and rising demands on frontline staff as they seek stronger wages, benefits, and a voice in workplace policies.
Library levies, making up significant parts of operating budgets, head for Ohio November ballots
Ohio’s libraries are back on the ballot this November, hoping for new or continued support from their communities, with levies…
