Chipola Hosts Signing for Mixson Biography

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The Chipola Library recently hosted a book-signing for “The Biography of John Wayne Mixson Florida’s 39th Governor,” written by Sid Riley. The biography includes personal details of Mixson’s childhood, education, farm experiences and accomplishments during his time as Legislator and Lieutenant Governor. Mixson’s wife, Margie G. Mixson, is a native of Graceville, Florida and served as a faculty member in the Chipola English department from 1966-79. Margie and her family donated memorabilia in honor of Wayne Mixson to the Chipola College Library.