The answers to Prattville’s problems are in the books they just banned
The ruler of Prattville's tiny library kingdom proved his authority Thursday — and that the community really, really needs those books.
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Prattville Library Board calls special meeting as it seeks to move LGBTQ books
No further details were given as to who the board plans to discuss at the meeting.
National anti-censorship groups call for reversal of Prattville Library policies
The groups called the new policy discriminatory and urged the Prattville Library to uphold the freedom to read.
Baldwin County children’s author suggests Prattville policies as model for local libraries
"They've done the work so now other local boards can follow suit," the author wrote.
Her law firm wanted to sue the Prattville library; now, she represents it.
The Prattville Library has never faced a lawsuit, but its new attorney Laura Clark just helped write policies that has some residents promising legal recourse.
Prattville Library Board changes policy to prohibit LGBTQ+ books for minors
The policies will block the library from purchasing LGBTQ+ books for children under 17.
Prattville Library Board member resigns over new policies, potential “secret meetings”
Christie Sellers said the policies "evoke blatant censorship."
Autauga-Prattville Library Board installs new officers
The board also chose applicants to recommend for the remaining vacant positions, but did not release those names.
Has the Prattville library board been stacked with Clean Up Alabama friendly appointees?
Two of the new nominees rejected the idea that they are in Clean Up’s corner.
Autauga County Commission appoints new library board members
The new members come after a controversial appointment at its last meeting led to four board members resigning.