[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 66 (Tuesday, April 16, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E357]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        CELEBRATING THE ROBBINS AREA LIBRARY'S 30TH ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 16, 2024

  Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Robbins Area 
Library for thirty years of service to the people of Moore County.
  Thirty years ago, this library was established to serve as a center 
for community and learning for the people of Robbins, North Carolina. 
Before it was built, folks had to travel to neighboring towns in order 
to visit a library. But now Robbin's library has emerged as an integral 
part of the town. The library houses thousands of books, provides 
internet access in an area where coverage is limited, and caters to the 
learning of people of all ages. Additionally, it serves as a central 
meeting spot, hosting children's events, book groups, movie groups, 
sports clubs, and more.
  Numerous folks have been integral to the success of this storied 
landmark. This includes people like Theron Bell, who was the chief 
advocate for the establishment of the library back in the 1990's, and 
Clara Bernicken, a thirty-year veteran of the local library system and 
one of the lead story tellers at Robbins. They, and many others, have 
performed a tremendous service to our community in Moore County. I 
think I speak for everyone in Moore County in thanking them for all 
they have done and continue to do.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me today in recognizing the Robbins Area 
Library and all those who have helped it grow and develop on the 
thirtieth anniversary of its establishment.

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