Full plate in library fines? Pay it in food

Bob Cox spotted This One from down in North Miami Florida.

This week, the North Miami Public Library is allowing readers with outstanding fines to pay off their debts while contributing to a good cause with its third annual Food for Fines Program.

Beginning today and running through Saturday, canned foods and dry goods will be accepted as payment for outstanding late fees.

Each food item is given a dollar equivalent that is applied toward the outstanding fine.

Meanwhile, in Broward County, In honor of the retirement of longtime Library Director Samuel F. Morrison, the county will offer a \’\’Thank You Sam\’\’ amnesty week from April 27 through May 3. Here\’s that one.