Rutherford County Library System is pleased to announce the appointment of Luanne R. James as the new Library Director effective July 28, 2025. With a strong background in public administration, grant writing, and a passion for public libraries, James brings a wealth of experience to the role.
James joins RCLS from the York County Public Library System in Fort Mill, South Carolina, where she managed the grant program, system wide statistic collection, and worked on creating and updating the library system’s strategic plan. Her career spans over 25 years in public library service, holding directorships in Texas and South Carolina.
“We are thrilled to welcome Luanne to our library system and our community” said Phil King, RCLS Board Chair. “Her leadership and expertise make her the ideal person to guide RCLS into the future.”
As director, James will oversee all aspects of library operations, including administrative, fiscal, and personnel management as well as space/facilities design, strategic planning, and enhancing access to new technologies ensuring our community can continue to explore, imagine, and engage.
Linebaugh Public Library is located at 105 W. Vine St. in Murfreesboro. Smyrna Public Library is located at 400 Enon Springs Rd. West in Smyrna. Eagleville Bicentennial Public Library is located at 317 Hwy 99E in Eagleville. MGL Library is located inside Patterson Park Community Center at 521 Mercury Blvd. in Murfreesboro. The Technology Engagement Center is located at 306 Minerva Drive in Murfreesboro. The Historical Research Center (HRC) is located at 435 Rice Street in Murfreesboro. Explore, Imagine, Engage through RCLS.
For more information, call 615-893-4131 or visit rclstn.org.