State ‘That Librarian’ author to speak at New South Bookstore in Montgomery Jones' book explores the push to censor library materials nationwide, which has been a hot topic in Alabama over the past two years. Jacob Holmes8 hours ago
News Fired Prattville library director demands reinstatement Foster also released exhibits and recordings that he says back up his claims. Jacob HolmesMarch 22, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey signs “Parental Right to Know” bill It will require teachers to upload their class curriculum within 30 days of the start of every school year. Patrick DarringtonMarch 22, 2024
State New APLS appointee proposes pushing Prattville policies statewide The proposed code changes would require all libraries across the state to implement those policies basically verbatim. Jacob HolmesMarch 22, 2024
Environment ALBBAA’s Big Gobbler photo contest returns Alabama’s 2024 spring wild turkey season officially kicks off this weekend. StaffMarch 22, 2024
Governor Ivey signs anti-DEI legislation, takes effect in October Diversity, equity and inclusion programs on public colleges will soon be prohibited. Patrick DarringtonMarch 21, 2024
Governor Ivey signs “ballot harvesting” bill into law The legislation went into effect immediately with Ivey’s signature. Patrick DarringtonMarch 21, 2024
Infrastructure ADEM provides $5.8 million for Prichard water, sewer improvements From the funding, more than $4 million will be used to rehabilitate water tanks. StaffMarch 21, 2024
State Autauga, Prattville citizens speak out about library at government meetings Citizens on both sides of the debate spoke out Tuesday at meetings of the Autauga County Commission. Jacob HolmesMarch 20, 2024
State On right-wing radio, Prattville library chair shares new insights into recent events Chair Ray Boles took to the airwaves to malign former director Andrew Foster and APR reporter Jacob Holmes. Jacob HolmesMarch 20, 2024
News Prattville Library Board attorney’s retraction demand dubbed misleading, sources say The attorney for the Autauga-Prattville Public Library Board sent APR a retraction demand Monday. Jacob HolmesMarch 19, 2024