Sibley Library Digitization Effort Links Settler Archives Directly to Ongoing Infrastructure Planning Sessions

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Sibley Library Digitization Effort Links Settler Archives Directly to Ongoing Infrastructure Planning Sessions

Researchers at the Sibley Public Library have completed the first phase of a multi-year digitization initiative that converts settler-era land records, survey notes, and community …

Lars Keller 11 October 2026

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Articles examine decisions made by the city council, school board meetings, and environmental monitoring along the river. Additional pieces track employment trends among local businesses and seasonal health advisories issued by the county department. All reports rely on public records and direct statements from officials.

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  • Historic site preservation

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