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Essex Public Library receives 600 new books from ‘Grow Your Library’ program
(Local News ~ 09/03/21)
As a retired elementary school librarian, Tina Mlodzik stresses the importance of supporting public libraries, especially in communities where children may not own their own books. “Giving children access to a large quantity and varied selection of books has many benefits,” Tina explains. “The more books a child sees, the more motivated they are to read. Borrowing books from the library teaches sharing and builds respect for things that belong to others.”...
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Stoddard County confirms 77 new cases of COVID-19; 2 deaths
(Local News ~ 09/03/21)
Stoddard County Health Center Director Ben Godwin, has confirmed 77 new cases of COVID-19 since the last update on Wednesday. He additionally confirmed two COVID-19 related deaths in Stoddard County. The county now sits at 236 active cases of COVID-19 and 87 COVID-19 related deaths. Stoddard County has seen 4444 total confirmed case of COVID-19 since the start of the pandemic...
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