John Wahl supports measures to establish financial protection for local libraries in the state.
Alabama Senate Protects Library Funding Recently, the Alabama Senate approved measures in the 2026 Education Budget aimed at safeguarding local libraries throughout the state. This move ensures that Alabama’s library grants will continue, even if federal funding is cut. The Chamber of Commerce’s decision reflects growing concerns that federal grants for museums and libraries might […]
Amy Minton: Local libraries ought to appreciate John Wahl’s guidance at APLS
Leadership is crucial, though it can be a bit less apparent, especially when considering recent developments in the Alabama Public Library System. While many public institutions have adopted a more progressive approach, Alabama is fortunate to have leaders like John Wahl, who are dedicated to upholding our values and protecting our youth. As the chairman […]
Libraries, culture passes help equalize Arizona’s summer arts education opportunities
Anne Fitzgerald Osborne, MNLM, CNP Submitted photos Anne Fitzgerald Osborne, MNLM, CNP | 1 ACT The Arizona Summers are no joke. Even in one of America’s snowiest and snowiest cities, Flagstaff’s winter playgrounds watch temperatures in the 90s every summer. Growing up, I was lucky enough to have parents who could afford to send me […]
Maricopa County libraries denounce censorship but blocks critics
Phoenix (AZ Family)— Last month, the Maricopa County Public Library District publicly condemned the banning and censorship of books on its official social media accounts in a series of videos and memes. Records obtained arizona family The district’s Facebook page shows it has censored three accounts, including an outspoken critic of library policies who advocate […]
Alabama House passes bill to outlaw obscene material, behavior in schools and libraries
The Alabama House of Representatives passed a bill Thursday that would prevent children from being exposed to sexual or explicit material or conduct in schools and public libraries. By definition HB385According to a bill proposed by state Assemblyman Arnold Mooney, adults who “distribute material harmful to minors that is a public nuisance” could be charged […]
Baldwin County children’s author suggests Prattville policies as model for local libraries
The newly formed Platteville Library Board changed its policy last Thursday, including banning LGBTQ content aimed at minors, and other groups are taking notice. Karin Wellhausen Tanks, a member of the Facebook group Faith, Family and Freedom Coalition, shared with the group an article from the far-right website 1819 News detailing the library's policy changes, […]
AG finds state funding for libraries can be contingent on policies
Attorney General Steve Marshall last week issued an opinion to the Alabama Department of Public Libraries on whether it has the authority to require libraries to carry “age-inappropriate materials.” In his opinion, Marshall wrote that while state agencies cannot directly control the activities of local libraries, state aid can be made conditional on the adoption […]
Mohave libraries could get tech boost from upcoming state grant | Local News Stories
The Mohave County Library District could receive $25,000 in state grant funds next week as part of its continued efforts to house children in the county's library facilities. The funds will be used to provide local youth and teens with amenities featuring technology, tools and games aimed at supporting the development of young library patrons. […]
Maricopa County libraries check out 6 million digital books
GPDL is comprised of eight library systems in Maricopa County and ranks 11th in the world for digital checkout, the report said. Maricopa County, Arizona — More than 6 million digital books were borrowed from the Greater Phoenix Digital Library Consortium in 2023. According to a report from OverDrive. The eight Maricopa County library systems […]
Find community at Pima County public libraries
Kelsey Blackman, Arizona Daily Star Feature “Books are a unique piece of magic that you can carry with you.” — Stephen King, “About W”Ritual: A Memoir of a Craft.” For those who know me, it will come as no surprise that I chose Stephen King's words to express how I feel about books. Books can […]
