By Hola America News The Des Moines Public Library is pleased to announce that Melissa McCollum has been named the library’s next library director. McCollum will begin her new role Monday, February 9. McCollum brings both extensive library experience and deep Des Moines roots to the role. A Des Moines native and product of Des Moines Public Schools, she graduated from Roosevelt High School before earning a bachelor’s degree from Dartmouth College and a master’s degree in information from the University of Michigan. “I am honored to join the dynamic team at the Des Moines Public Library, a 159-year-old institution dedicated to promoting literacy, belonging, and opportunity for all,” McCollum said. “The Des Moines Public Library played an important role in my life growing up, and it’s e

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