WEST PLAINS, Mo. – The City of West Plains is pleased to announce the promotion of Dianna Locke to the position of West Plains Public Library Manager.
Locke brings more than 30 years of experience in education and library services to the position. Since joining the West Plains Public Library in May 2024 as Collections Development Specialist, she has played a key role in expanding library programming, enhancing collections and strengthening community engagement.
Before joining the library, Locke served as librarian and Techbrarian at West Plains High School and spent more than two decades teaching English at schools throughout southern Missouri. She holds multiple graduate degrees in educational administration, curriculum and instruction, educational leadership and reading education.
“Taking on the role of manager of the West Plains Public Library is both an honor and a tremendous responsibility,” Locke said. “I am committed to building upon the library’s strong foundation, continuing its upward trajectory, and ensuring that we provide welcoming, high-quality programs, resources and service to everyone in our community. I look forward to working alongside our staff, board, schools and community partners to make the library an even stronger hub for West Plains.”
West Pains Community Services Director Todd Shanks said Locke’s passion for libraries, education and community engagement make her an excellent fit to lead the library into its next chapter.
“We’re excited to see where Dianna can take the West Plains Public Library,” Shanks said. “She has already made a tremendous impact in a relatively short time through her creativity, leadership and dedication. We’re confident she will continue building on the library’s success and creating new opportunities for residents of all ages.”
The West Plains Public Library serves residents through a wide variety of educational resources, programs and services while promoting lifelong learning, literacy and community connections.
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