Wyoming library director fired amid book dispute wins $700,000 settlement
October 8, 2025
A former Wyoming library director who was fired amid an uproar over books with sexual content and LGBTQ+ themes on youth shelves has reached a $700,000 settlement with her former employer. Terri Lesley was fired as library director in northeastern Wyoming’s Campbell County in 2023. She reached the settlement agreement with county officials Wednesday. Her lawsuit accused the library board and county commission of violating her First Amendment rights. County officials denied that in court documents. Lesley said Wednesday she feels vindicated by the settlement. Attorneys for Campbell County didn’t immediately return phone messages Wednesday seeking comment.