<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0ut3kP_1GxWK4qu00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0ut3kP_1GxWK4qu00" width="800" height="450" >CHESAPEAKE, Ohio (WCHS) — Structural concerns have made the future of a southeastern Ohio library uncertain, raising concerns for patrons. Libraries are a vital part of any community, providing free access to publications and technology, but the Chesapeake Library has now been closed for two years. Weather has taken a toll on the building, collapsing the roof and prompting county officials to deem the structure unsafe. "I don't want Chesapeake to lose that access," Lawrence County resident Chenoa Mumford said during a library board meeting. "I was worried because it had been so long since there had been any sort of progress or any sort of update." Mumford said her local library provided necessities during her childhood, including food. Now, as a Marshall University student, Mumford has used the branch as a place to study and complete projects. Also at the meeting, Alisha Spears voiced her concerns for area families. "They won't have internet if they don't have it at home," she said. "They can't even fill out Child and Family Services applications. They can't apply for Medicaid, Medicare or anything online anymore unless they can physically come to Ironton. Chesapeake is a 30-minute drive."During the meeting, board members reassured the public members are still working to determine the best path forward for Chesapeake. Library board member Elisabeth Cremeans said she found a building in Chesapeake that could potentially be used as a library. A motion to rent the building for one year was tabled. The issue is expected to be discussed again at the board's next meeting.</div></body>

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CHESAPEAKE, Ohio (WCHS) — Structural concerns have made the future of a southeastern Ohio library uncertain, raising concerns for patrons. Libraries are a vital part of any community, providing free access to publications and technology, but the Chesapeake Library has now been closed for two years. Weather has taken...

Uncertain future for Chesapeake Library worries community members

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CHESAPEAKE, Ohio (WCHS) — Structural concerns have made the future of a southeastern Ohio library uncertain, raising concerns for patrons. Libraries are a 

Uncertain future for Chesapeake Library worries community members

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