That's right. All the libraries in Oregn's Jackson and Josephine counties have been closed since April 7. Other things are suffering, too - meth crimes aren't being prosecuted, one county's DA quit rather than preside over an impossible budget cut, one place doesn't have any law enforcement for two hours every night.
I'll bring my mom some books, of corse, and I just ordered some for her, but our tastes are different (so hopefully I'll get it right). But I still can't believe that the place that gave me so much happiness - and my first job - is gone!
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