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Misty Jackson-Miller

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Misty Jackson-Miller is a freelance writer based in Plano, an advocate of public libraries, and a member of Plano's Library Advisory Board.

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Culture

No small thing: Rethinking overdue library fines 

By Misty Jackson-Miller,

Policy changes to overdue fines might be a small gesture, but changes like these will have an incredible impact on how libraries are able to reach out to underserved pockets in their local communities and connect residents with quality information and resources. And of course, to connect residents with the latest best-sellers too.

Government

In Texas, libraries transform

By Misty Jackson-Miller,

From enrichment to education, libraries transform how we as patrons engage in the world around us by providing access to resources and by developing programs specific to the needs of our communities. In the years ahead, the services that libraries provide will be essential as more and more cities adopt aging-in-place initiatives.