Fairhope council candidates supported by book banners have a record of 1 out of 5.

Election Results in Fairhope During the recent election night in Fairhope, five candidates received backing from advocates who sought to relocate certain books identified as inappropriate at the Fairhope Public Library. Among the candidates, Joshua Gammon emerged victorious, though the others were not as successful. Interestingly, three out of four incumbents criticized by book challengers […]

Sydney Gray from Fairhope achieves consecutive national songwriting victories.

Sidney Gray’s Musical Achievement Sidney Gray, a senior from Fairhope High School, is gaining national attention for her musical abilities. On May 15, the National Alliance for Musical Theatre and the National Fund for the Arts declared her the 2025 national champion of the Musical Theatre Songwriting Challenge aimed at high school students. This marks […]

Fairhope Library experiences ongoing funding halt due to disagreement over book relocation

Dispute Over Book Placement at Fairhope Public Library The Fairhope Public Library is currently at odds with state officials regarding the categorization of certain books intended for teens. This disagreement has raised questions about potential halts to national funding and the broader implications for libraries. According to reports, the Alabama Public Library Services (APLS) board […]

Fairhope High School student wins 2024 National High School Songwriting Challenge

An Alabama high school senior has won a prestigious national songwriting competition. The National Endowment for the Arts announced Tuesday that Fairhope High School's Sydney Gray has been selected as the recipient of its highest honor. As part of her award, Gray will receive a $2,500 scholarship and a trip to New York, where her […]