Library Center visitors, please note! The regular book drop and drive-up window service will be closed Thursday, Sept. 20, for about one week while awnings are replaced. A temporary book drop will be available near the regular one. The Mudhouse south entrance and patio will also be unavailable. If you need to pick up items or conduct other business, please come inside the building. Thank you for your patience during construction.

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BOOKS & AUTHORS

Origins of Detective Fiction

Mystery is one of the most popular genres of fiction today, and has been for years. Almost every reader has probably read and enjoyed a mystery novel at some point in their life. But, did you ever wonder how it all started?

 Published September 17, 2018

LIBRARY NEWS

Learn About the Old Ozarks, Panama Canal and Gardening this Week at the Library

Many of us living in the Ozarks have a romantic fascination with the region and how its history influences us today.

 Published September 17, 2018

LOCAL HISTORY

Creed Montgomery Young

Creed Montgomery Young retired as custodian of Lincoln School after fifty years of service.

 Published September 13, 2018