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City plans to demolish Eudora Welty Library

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8 months ago

September 20, 2023

www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2023-09-20 08:29:00

SUMMARY: The Eudora Welty Library in Jackson is currently closed and there is no set date for when the building will be demolished. The closure is due to issues with air conditioning and water leaks inside the building. The city plans to tear down the library and replace it with a green space. However, there is debate among stakeholders about the future of the library. Currently, there are seven libraries in Hinds County, but many of them are facing similar issues of lack of funding and environmental problems. The community wants to keep the libraries open and revitalize them for the benefit of the citizens.

The city of Jackson is planning to demolish the Eudora Welty Library.

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-17 18:39:36

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www.youtube.com – 16 WAPT News Jackson – 2024-05-17 17:33:13

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