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Latest Livingston, Texas, weather
24 Hour Fitness!
Deal of the Week!

Polk County Top Headlines (Click here)


2009
Polk County
4th of July
Parade!

(with pictures and video)

 
Rowdy Rodney Fishing Report
(07/03/09)

 
DEAL OF THE WEEK!...2008 Chevy Blazer!  This sweet deal fetures air conditioning, power windows, power lumbar seats, power outlets, POWER EVERYTHING! Overhead rack, cruise control, trip computer, tinted windows and much more!  Call, or visit Bounds Autoplex and tell 'em you want the Deal of the Week!
 
New Physical Activity Guidelines

Agricultural Life with Cassandra Coleman

Recently, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released its new comprehensive guidelines on physical activity. Experts have been working since 2007 to come up with science-based recommendations on the amounts of physical activity anyone over the age of six should be getting...
more


 
It’s Summer Time!
Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott

School is out, the crickets are chirping, and the days are long and hot. It's officially summer time in Texas.

Kids look forward to summer all year long. Help make it special by creating lasting memories for you and your family. When parents are involved in their lives, children have a better chance at growing up healthy, happy and well adjusted. Most parents instinctively understand this and do what is needed to provide the foundation for success...more

 

Livingston's Elise Nellsch among Top 100 Students in the State of Texas.  This story and much more in a new feature:  L.I.S.D. NEWS (Click here!)


 

Hi Surfers,

On Saturday, July 11, 2009, we will be having the 1st Annual Polk County Electronics Green Day from 10 am until 2 pm at Pedigo Park.

Here is your chance to get rid of old computers, computer parts, monitors, printers, stereos, radios and remotes while, saving our environment. Unfortunately, there isn’t a local facility that can accommodate old electronic equipment.

Join me and 92.3 FM The Eagle as I host, “Geeks Corner”, from 10 am until Noon live from Pedigo Park.

The only things that cannot be accepted are TV’s and home appliances such as microwave ovens and electronic stoves.

I am in need of a few volunteers to help unload cars for citizens who need a little assistance. If you can help for an hour or two, give me a call at 936-328-0161.

Remember… Saturday,  July 11th - 10 am until 2pm at Pedigo Park under the pavilions.

Until next time,

Surf safe! 

Webmaster JR 


 
 
DINNER TONIGHT!
  With Texas AgriLife Extension Office


Good Afternoon!

If you need a quick and easy recipe for dinner tonight, we've got one! Go to:
http://healthyliving.tamu.edu to see a quick video demonstration for Crock Pot Chicken. Don't forget to check out this week's blog entry to learn about the importance of family meal time!

We hope you enjoy Dinner Tonight!

 
POLK COUNTY TEA PARTY - Congressman Kevin Brady Takes Our Petition to Washington.

 

Sun Safety in the Texas Heat
Agricultural Life with Cassandra Coleman

It’s that time again in Texas when the temperatures get up to three digit numbers, but it isn’t just the heat that is getting to you...more


 

Support Our Student Athletes!
Become a Livingston Lions Booster!
 (Click Here!)


 
Polk County Tea Party has Fun Plans for 4th of July!

The Polk County Tea Party has huge plans for the 4th of July.  Among other things there will be a parade, pic-nic, live music, fireworks and much more...
CLICK HERE FOR MOR INFO!
City of Livingston 4th of July Parade

The parade will begin at 10 am on the fourth.  It will be on 59 business starting at Feagin Street moving south past the Courthouse to Mill street.  Pre parade activities will begin at 8:30am.  Main Street will have free face painters at the Courthouse gazebo and Main Street volunteers will be handing out balloons and goodie bags along the parade route.  Anyone can be in the parade.  Staging for the parade will start at 9am east of 59 on North, Feagin, and Sherman Streets.  No candy or trinkets can be thrown from floats or vehicles, but can be handed out by walkers. There will be no Kid Fest at Anniversary Park after the parade.
 
Geek Talk
J.R. Shoemake

Downloading Music Illegally Can Land You in a World of Trouble 

 
DINNER TONIGHT!
  With Texas AgriLife Extension Office


Good Morning!

If you are looking for a quick and tasty recipe to prepare this week, try Beef and Cheddar Calzones. To see a quick video demonstration, go to
http://healthyliving.tamu.edu/. Don't forget to check out this week's blog entry to learn how to modify the recipe to meet everyone's taste preferences.

We hope you enjoy Dinner Tonight!


 
Blood Drive a Huge Success, Next One Planned for August 17th!
(Click Here)
 

 
Teen and Pregnant?


There is a new support group just for them and @ risk teen as well as young moms.  It's called Alabaster Home Teen Mom Support Group and we meet on Mon. and  & Fri.  Contact Melvyna Allison for more information: 936-566-4889.  We look forward to meeting you and getting to know you.  It's free of charge and only will be in effect until July 17th.  It is our desire to begin again in the fall.  You can volunteer and lend a helping hand in anyway you believe you can.
 
YOUTH FOOTBALL!...Get your son involved in full contact youth football with the POLK COUNTY YOUTH FOOTBALL LEAGUE!
 

Mission Trip Guatemala


June 15, 2009 - The group arrived safely to Guatemala and have been received warmly.  They're doing much, and among other things, experienced an earthquake....more


 
Anonymous email concerning badly neglected bridge in Goodrich.


Why has no one commented on this story and the poor road conditions in this town. This bridge is considered private property therefore the city will not repair nor help the citizens rebuild this bridge. Maybe some the so called "eager to help others" should get their people together and help this small community build a bridge that is SAFE to cross. Whether this is private road, poor people whom live there, or that they don't pay taxes; this is not right for people to have to deal with this everyday. If you have a heart, drive out to Goodrich one day and pass over this bridge and see if your heart does not drop while driving across. If you know someone whom can help these families to rebuild this bridge, please do so....(See related story)


 

Mission Trip Guatemala


Youth Director Steve Horn Leads His Flock on a Trip Help Others and Spread the Good News, LIVINGSTON, June 14, 2009 - On June 13, 2009, Central Baptist Church Youth Director Steve Horn and his wife Dee Dee and over 30 people consisting of youth and youth leaders gathered at a parking lot at Central Baptist Church in Livingston...more
 
The SPCA of Polk County Needs You.
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BURN BAN
A Polk County Burn Ban is in Effect
(Effective June 24, 2009)

The Market Report