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06/02/2026 · Canal Winchester
U.S. Fertility Rate Declines to Record Low
Figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show a significant drop in the U.S. birth rate. Experts note the decline continues the trend observed since 2007. The current fertility rate falls below the level needed to maintain the population.
Military Experts Observe Concerns Regarding Recent Deployments
Service members and military advocates have voiced concerns regarding the utilization of the armed forces in recent operations. These concerns follow heightened military activity in the Middle East.
06/02/2026
Artemis II Astronauts Return to Earth After Lunar Mission Simulation
The Artemis II crew has returned to Earth, concluding a mission simulating a lunar voyage. The astronauts splashed down off the coast of California. NASA officials welcomed the crew back.
06/02/2026
Artemis II Astronauts Complete Lunar Flyby Simulation
The Artemis II crew concluded their mission designed to replicate a lunar flyby, returning to Earth after several days of simulations. The mission served as a vital step in preparing for later lunar landing attempts. Data collected will be used to refine future Artemis missions.
06/02/2026
Artemis II Crew Returns to Earth After Lunar Orbit Mission
The Artemis II mission concluded with a successful splashdown in the Pacific Ocean near San Diego. The four-member crew completed a 10-day journey orbiting the Moon. Recovery operations are underway.
06/02/2026
Mother Reports Online Grooming Incident Involving Roblox User
A mother has reported an incident of alleged online grooming after discovering messages between her 14-year-old daughter and an adult male on the Roblox gaming platform. The mother found the communication after an unspecified period of time. Law enforcement has not commented.
06/02/2026
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Libby/Overdrive Digital Collection Now your library never closes! Browse, check out, and download audiobooks, and eBooks, right to your home computer or mobile device! Libby by OverDrive Borrow ebooks, and audiobooks, to read on your phone or tablet using the Libby app by OverDrive. It’s free and easy to get started. Learn more about getting started with the Libby App. If you are accessing via the Libby app on your mobile device and don’t already have the Libby app, download it from either the Apple App Store or Google Play Access the Libby/Overdrive collection through Windows, Mac, and Chromebooks at libbyapp.com Need help? View our Libby instructional pamphlet, produced by staff members of the Monroe County Library System. Check out the Libby Help Center for step-by-step instructions for getting started, sending books to Kindle (US only), placing holds on titles, and much more! Having trouble with your account in Libby? Reach out to Library staff via our Overdrive, Libby, and Library Account Support Form View our instructional pamphlets produced by staff members of the Monroe County Library System OverDrive Read and OverDrive Listen pamphlet eBooks for Amazon Kindle pamphlet eBooks for Nook & Adobe Compatible e-Readers Visit Overdrive’s website for additional assistance Having trouble with your account in Overdrive? Reach out to Library staff via our Overdrive, Libby, and Library Account Support Form Replacement Library Card? Don’t lose access to your checked-out items and holds! If you were issued a new library card number and need to transfer your checkouts and holds to your new account, please contact support. FAQ’s Am I connected to the right Library System? We get this question often. When you first log into the Libby app or Overdrive with your library card, you will be instructed to select your library/ library system Be sure to connect to the correct Monroe County Library system (NY). One easy giveaway is that our library system connection does not ask for a PIN when connecting to Libby/Overdrive. Can I recommend a title for my library? Yes, title additions can be recommended by visiting your local MCLS Member library, sending a title request using our Comments, Suggestions, and Feedback form, or adding a “Notify Me” tag to titles of interest in the Libby App. Signing out– If you want to sign out of Libby (and remove your data from your device), you can remove your library cards or reset the app. You may want to do this if you’re using a shared device (such as a public computer at the library). What happens when my hold becomes available? Users will receive a notification when their hold becomes available. They’ll have 3 days to borrow it, or they can choose to have it delivered later. If a user has a hold delivered later, they’ll keep their place in the holds list, but the hold will go to the next person in line. Learn more about Notifications How do I access the “supplemental downloadable PDF” noted for an audiobook? If the publisher provided an accompanying PDF file, it will be available through https://libraryweb.overdrive.com/; this feature is not yet available through Libby. You can download the supplementary content from our OverDrive website on a computer and use the free Adobe Digital Editions software to open it. There’s usually a little paperclip icon with the audiobook when you check out the title if there is supplemental material included. More on how to download supplemental materials via OverDrive can be found here. Find more FAQ’s for Libby
Licking County Commissioners Meeting Schedule Announced
Licking County Board of Commissioners Meetings The Licking County Board of Commissioners typically holds its regular meetings on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 AM in the John P. Caren Boardroom, Room 103 of the Jane P. Black Government Center, 20 S. Second Street, Newark, OH. The specific schedule and any special meeting notices can be found on the county calendar. Agendas are posted prior to the meetings, and minutes are made available after approval. These meetings cover a wide range of county operations, including budget approvals, public hearings, and the consideration of various county matters. Residents are encouraged to attend and participate in the democratic process.
Monroe County Health Department Seeks New Staff
Monroe County Health Department - Jobs Welcome to the Monroe County Health Department's careers page. We are dedicated to serving the health and well-being of our community and are always looking for passionate individuals to join our team. Explore our current openings and see how you can make a difference. Open Positions: Public Health Nurse Environmental Health Specialist Health Educator Administrative Assistant To apply for any of these positions, please visit the Monroe County Human Resources website or contact our HR department directly.
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