Midland County Public Libraries closing to the public

The Midland County Public Libraries are closing due to concerns for coronavirus COVID-19.

The closure begins on Tuesday, March 24.

According to a release, the staff at the libraries are now working to find a way to deliver their services to the community.

The libraries offer a number of resources online

here

Bookdrops will be reopened on March 30.

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