http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html Latest comments for the article: State must leave our libraries alone at journal-news. http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=3#comment-199346 New Hours? Lane Library Council reviewed the information concerning usage. They decided that they would recommend to the Lane Library Board that the following change of hours would be at each branch: Monday through Thursday – 11:00 a.m. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 11:45:48 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=3#comment-199346 2009-07-10T11:45:48Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=2#comment-181943 Dear - I'm well aware that schools are mandated to provide certain things, busing and sports not being amongst them. Sun, 28 Jun 2009 20:53:40 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=2#comment-181943 2009-06-28T20:53:40Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=2#comment-181941 Dear - I'm well aware that schools are mandated to provide certain things, busing and sports not being amongst them. Sun, 28 Jun 2009 20:52:47 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=2#comment-181941 2009-06-28T20:52:47Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=2#comment-181539 For the 1000th time..... Schools are required by law to provide certain services. When you cut your own budget, you usually cut things that are not required to the day to day operation of your home. Sun, 28 Jun 2009 12:18:49 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=2#comment-181539 2009-06-28T12:18:49Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=2#comment-181342 Veteran, the mission statements of public libraries say that they will support the educational, informational and recreational needs of their respective communities. Sun, 28 Jun 2009 02:41:48 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=2#comment-181342 2009-06-28T02:41:48Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=2#comment-180926 Libraries serve a vital function to our community. Where else can people without computers &/or internet access to file for unemployment or fill out job applications? Sat, 27 Jun 2009 16:44:38 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=2#comment-180926 2009-06-27T16:44:38Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=1#comment-180930 Nor has most of the news coverage mentioned that library funding has been stagnant for over a decade. Sat, 27 Jun 2009 16:40:47 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=1#comment-180930 2009-06-27T16:40:47Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=1#comment-180915 One thing that is not stated in the editorial is that libraries have already been cut 20 percent this year. Sat, 27 Jun 2009 16:19:04 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=1#comment-180915 2009-06-27T16:19:04Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=1#comment-180793 Libraries are like every other Government operated entity and don't deserve to be spared cutbacks in times of economic distress. Sat, 27 Jun 2009 13:42:09 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=1#comment-180793 2009-06-27T13:42:09Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=1#comment-179529 The reason the State is going after the libraries is the same reason crooked school boards are eager to cut busing when economizing must be done - the tyrants in the halls of government know you'll pony up more taxes. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:38:56 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=1#comment-179529 2009-06-26T15:38:56Z http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=1#comment-179272 It is hoped that when libraries get through this crisis and survive they will take the opportunity to closely review how they spend public funds. Fri, 26 Jun 2009 13:22:51 GMT http://www.journal-news.com/opinion/editorials/state-must-leave-our-libraries-alone-179188.html?cxtype=rss_179188&more_comments=true&showComments=true&page=1#comment-179272 2009-06-26T13:22:51Z