Tuscaloosa Public Library

The Tuscaloosa Public Library aims to reduce waste and bolster community later this month by hosting its first-ever Repair Cafe, where visitors can get their broken things mended for free.

A bookstore staffed entirely by volunteers was able to generate more than $100,000 for the Tuscaloosa Public Library last year, breaking previous records and providing support at a time when it's critically needed.

The main branch of the Tuscaloosa Public Library will close for 10 days next month as workers renovate the building.

The Tuscaloosa Public Library will reverse course and continue to offer access to a popular e-book database that was on the chopping block as part of budget cuts announced in October.

The Tuscaloosa Public Library has announced a series of cost-saving measures including the permanent closure of one of its branches as its leadership continues to face daunting financial challenges.

Drier, cooler days are ahead at the Tuscaloosa Public Library main branch on Jack Warner Parkway now that leaders there have secured funds for roof and HVAC repairs.

The roof of the Tuscaloosa Public Library's main branch is likely to get desperately needed repairs as three area governments seem poised to help fund the project.

Mayor Walt Maddox asked the city council to consider casting a multi-million life-saver to the Tuscaloosa Public Library to ensure its branches don't close for lack of funding.

Leaders at the Tuscaloosa Public Library warned local media Friday that without an increase in funding, they will likely have to close their two auxiliary branches sometime next year.

The Tuscaloosa Public Library is taking some drastic steps to reduce its operational costs, including a reduction in hours at its branches, a hiring freeze and more.