Tuscaloosa Public Library

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.

The Board of Trustees for the Tuscaloosa Public Library has named Jennifer Gladden Pearson as its executive director Thursday.

Tuscaloosa Public Library recently announced that they will now be fine-free. Turning in items a few days late will no longer result in a late fee.