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DAVENPORT, Iowa (AP) The Davenport Public Library has become the first in Iowa to add a social worker to its staff. The Davenport library hired Quinn O’Brian full-time in October, noting that some patrons sought information from librarians that reached well beyond what they’re trained to handle, t he Quad-City Times reported .
Davenport, IA (AP) The Davenport Public Library has become the first in Iowa to add a social worker to its staff, with an eye toward connecting patrons in need with resources and services to help them. The Quad-City Times reports that the Davenport library hired Quinn O'Brian full-time in October, noting that some patrons sought information from librarians that reached well beyond what they're trained to handle. O'Brian works to connect residents to services such as housing, unemployment and child care assistance; substance abuse and mental health services; and more. The library hired O'Brian using federal pandemic relief grant money. The position is funded for three years.
The Davenport Public Library has become the first in Iowa to add a social worker to its staff, with an eye toward connecting patrons in need with resources and services
Heath steadies Irondequoit attack
By PAUL GOTHAM
ROCHESTER, N.Y. Chris Cardon enjoys practice the most.
In 34 years on the bench, the head coach of Irondequoit boys’ basketball has guided the Eagles to 480 wins, three sectional championships and one New York State title.
But it’s the time spent preparing for those victories that he finds rewarding.
Like everyone else during this pandemic-shortened season, Cardon is happy to have games and the opportunity for players to get on the court. Chances to prepare for those contests, though, have been rare.
“We’ve had 16 practices and nine games,” Cardon said after Irondequoit’s 56-34 victory over Brighton, Tuesday night. “Usually, we have 18-20 practices and three scrimmages before you play a game. Everything has been condensed.”