Local Police Officer Shot
Polk County Enterprise - April 2008
LIVINGSTON – Livingston Police Officer Caryn Coward was shot and killed while on duty east of Livingston at about 8 p.m. Saturday, according to officials with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. Her husband, Randy Coward, also died of gunshot wounds in the incident, officials said. Polk County Sheriff Kenneth Hammack said investigators are continuing to process the scene for evidence as of 10 p.m. Saturday, but initial indications are that the shootings are the result of family violence. Officer Coward has three children who are being cared for by fellow LPD officers until family members arrive from out of town.Both victims are expected to be taken to the Harris County Medical Examiner’s office for autopsy, based on standard sheriff’s department procedures. Texas Ranger Ron Duff and the Livingston Police Department are assisting in the investigation.

Goodrich ISD Celebration to meet Tuesday
Polk County Enterprise - April 2008
GOODRICH — Goodrich Independent School District trustees will discuss several small tax refunds to district taxpayers during their monthly meeting set for 7 p.m. Tuesday in the Goodrich ISD Administration Conference Room at 234 Katie Simpson Road. The amounts range from $17.47 to $577. Trustees will also discuss and/or approve the school calendar for the 2008-08 school year.
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Relay For Life teams announce all-night activities
Polk County Enterprise - April 2008
LIVINGSTON – The 7th Annual Relay For Life of Polk County is fast approaching it’s goal of raising $300,000 in the fi ght against cancer and organizers extend an invitation to the public to come and join in the fun, festivities and fi ght against cancer. Last year’s event was the number one Relay For Life event in East Texas and Polk County organizers are working hard to remain the leaders in thåe fi ght against cancer. The following events will all take place at the Trade Days area of Pedigo Park on May 2–3. . Click for complete article!

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