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flag Randolph County to hold hearing on keeping transgender-themed children’s book in library.

flag The Randolph County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Monday to address the future of the county library’s board of trustees after controversy over keeping the children’s book "Call Me Max," which features a transgender boy, in the collection. flag The decision sparked community debate, with supporters praising inclusivity for transgender youth and opponents, including Commissioner Lester Rivenbark, urging the book be moved to a more appropriate section. flag Library trustee Tami Hinshaw, with 14 years of service, opposed restrictions, calling them censorship and warning political pressures could threaten the library’s independence and funding. flag Residents may speak at the hearing, with random selection and three-minute limits over two hours, before commissioners decide next steps.

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