Flossie Wilcher Byrd

WE ARE HIRING!

We are adding to our team at the Lincoln County Public Library! Come be a part of the exciting work we are doing!

The position currently open is for a part-time Circulation Clerk. Full details can be found under About Us-Employment. 

GIVE VIDEOS
  • Graduated Alexander High School in 1962
  • First Brookhaven African American female to run track for major university
  • Member of Tennessee State’s Tigerbell Track and Field Team
  • Member of the 1964 Olympic team (declined to participate in 1964 Olympics in Tokyo, Japan)
  • Owner of Flossie Complete Hair Salon in Brookhaven, MS
  • Instructor at Virginia College in Jackson, MS
  • Married to Willie Byrd, Jr., 3 children, 6 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild
Flossie Wilcher Byrd