Chipola To Host Signing For Wayne Mixson Biography

The Chipola College Library will host a book-signing for “The Biography of John Wayne Mixson Florida’s 39th Governor,” written by Sid Riley. 

The signing is set for Monday, April 11, from 2 – 5 p.m. in the college library. 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.

Chipola’s Director of Learning Resources, Vikki Milton, says “We are delighted that Margie Mixson and her family have shared a vast collection of historical materials detailing their many years of service.  Mr. Riley’s book signing will mark the official introduction of the Mixson Memorabilia display in the Chipola Library.”

Copies of the biography will be available for purchase at the signing through the Chipola College Book Store.

For more information, contact Vikki Milton at 850-718-2371 or miltonv@chipola.edu.