Joel Reagan speaks with Aimee Watts, Librarian of the Calico Rock Library. That branch along with libraries in Melbourne and Horshoe Bend make up the Izard County Library. Watts speaks about the history and the mission of the county libraries. She talks about trends in physical materials versus digital materials (ie. e-books and audio books). Watts outlines programs and services for children, teens and adults. She explains the need for children to read to help with literacy. Watts explains how someone in Izard County can get a library card. (https://www.izardcolibrary.com/)
Original airdate: 8/18/2024
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Joel joined EMF in 2010 and he covers U.S. central states including major markets Dallas-Fort Worth, Nashville, and Kansas City.
