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SOUTH POLK COUNTY VFD ANNUAL FALL FEED
 
SATURDAY OCTOBER 5, 2019
 
FROM 11 AM UNTIL RUN OUT
 
ALL YOU CAN EAT SOUPS, CHILI, GUMBO AND SANDWICHES FOR ONLY $10.
 
LOCATED AT SPCVFD STATION ON FM 2610 IN ACE TEXAS. 
 
COME OUT AND VISIT WITH YOUR NEIGHBORS AND LOCAL DEPARTMENT PERSONNEL!

 
MISSING DOG:  Escaped from yard five days ago, hasn’t returned yet. She’s a sweet dog though she’s skittish. 100 dollar reward if found please call 936-239-3510

 
LAKE LIVINGSTON STATE PARK, MONTHLY ACTIVITIES
September, 2019

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CHI ST. LUKE'S HEALTH LIVINGSTON

September Community Calendar

September 12 - Diabetes Support Group, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., CHI St. Luke’s Health-Memorial Livingston Community Conference Center, free to attend. Light lunch provided. Please make reservations by the Wednesday prior to class. To RSVP or if you have any questions, please call 936-639-7585.

September 18 – If you or someone you love has lung disease or difficulty breathing, we can help! Better Breathers Club 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.; Smoking Cessation Classes 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.; CHI St. Luke’s Health-Memorial Livingston Community Conference Center, free admission. For more information, contact Frances Palmeri at 936-329-8620.

September 27 - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Renewal, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.., CHI St. Luke’s Health-Memorial Livingston 5th Floor Skills Room, $175 registration fee, space is limited.  To register, please call 936-329-8620 or email fpalmeri@memorialhealth.org.


 
IS THIS YOUR DOG?   She walked up to Red Barn located at 4683 State Hwy 146 S on 7-5-19.  If your dog call Mike at 936-252-2445. No tag on her collar.

 
MISSING DOG:  This is Red.  Red disappeared in the area of FM-2610 in Ace.  He now has deep gouges across his snout and his teeth are worn down from chewing through fencing and wire crates.  He is terrified of thunder and went over the fence on June 26th.  If you have seen him, please contact me.  Thank you, Carol Webb (936) 425-0927

 
MISSING DOG:  German Shepherd, Forest Hills Loop area Between Livingston and Onalaska.  No telling how far she has traveled.😢  Name: Polly  Very friendly. Long, tall and slim.  Call 936-327-6965 or 936-433-4418.

 
MISSING DOG:  My parents dog buddy went missing 5/26 approx 4pm and is still missing he was last seen where my parents were camping at walkers waterfront off triple creek dr. There is a reward for his return my mother is worried sick if anyone has seen him has him or knows where he is please contact us 936.933.7714 no questions asked we just want him back!

 
MISSING DOG:  Mac went missing a few days ago. He is very friendly and loves kids. He didnt have his collar on at the time. Last seen at home *old Woodville rd*  My number is 713-259-4187.

 
MISSING DOG:  "Riley"  Owner Maggie and Gary Beard.  If located, please call 763 479 9384.

 
MISSING DOGS:  Lost female labs, one white other red, last seen in vicinity of fm146 and Wild Country.  832 428-2951

 
MISSING DOGS:  Pit is a femal ,the mastiff mix  is a male. Went missing yesterday  morning  after 1130am in the Riley Village  area of Corrigan. Call Nora @936-404-2198

 
MISSING DOGS:  My dogs are missing and I was wondering if y’all could post it on the website. My number is 9362230248 

 
MISSING DOGS!  Our dogs are got out & haven’t come back please share.  We live behind the auction barn if anyone has seen them.  936-239-2040
 
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MISSING DOG:  I lost my Huskie on 4/23/19 on Hwy 350 near Tempe Creek about 8 AM. A female named Miki with all shots and spayed.  She has the Huskie shades of gray coloring and eyes that seem to be looking through you.  She is easy going, but will take off if given the opportunity as occurred to me when she jerked the leash out of my hand when running after a feral pig.  She last had on a harness with a retractable leash.  My family would very much like to have her back and would reimburse expenses plus $300 if returned.  If you find her and need her worse than we do, please take good care of her.  Thanks, Jim Bowerman. 713 306 4865

 
IS THIS YOUR DOG?:  Found on Tom Cummings Rd.  His name is Vince and number is 936-933-3939.

 
Good morning, Willie.
 
I am happy to report that Tank was returned yesterday! :)  Thank you so much for your help in his safe return home to his family.
 
Warmest regards,
Vanessa
 
I love a happy ending! - Editor

 
MISSING DOG:  "Tank" the Mastiff/Red Nose - CASH REWARD!
 
Identifying marks: Buck-skin colored fur with mostly white face. Large old, healed scar on back of neck. Answers to his name. He needs medicine right away! His family misses him desperately. His little girl needs her sleeping buddy. Last seen: 154 Lamenda, Livingston, Texas – Riley’s Landing Subdivision – Off of FM 3277 (Scenic Loop) close to Crescent Shores subdivision and SLVFD.
 
Contact (936) 223-2791
 
Email: vanessa.i.williams@att.net CASH REWARD will be given for safe return

 
Found... thanks to you guys!  Thank you!!
 
You're very welcome! - Editor 

MISSING DONKEY:  Lost Jack Donkey!  Missing Monday Morning.  59 and Stallion Station area. Please call 832-233-7483

 
LOST PUPPY, $200 REWARD:  Long haired male chihuahua, tan and white, lost near post office in Livingston on 02/20/2019. $200 Reward. No questions asked. Call Sharly 936-327-2097.

 
IS THIS YOUR DOG?  This little guy wandered up to our San Jacinto County Maintenance Office Thursday afternoon. We just know somebody is missing this cutie! Tagged and collared, our guys cared for this beautiful German Shepherd hoping someone would come by looking. Please call our maintenance office at 936-628-3328 and identify the wording on the tag if you think this baby belongs to you. It will be moved to the Animal Control Center soon. Please advertise this on your social media accounts in your area so that the owner can be located and reunited with their dog.

 
Thank you for posting. We were able to get her back after 2 weeks of missing from a lady swing her on PCT. - Rich Timm

 
LOST PUPPY:  Lost our beloved puppy on 2/10/19 around 7:30 pm at the truck stop in Seven Oaks. He is white with three brownish spots, two on his hind legs and one on his tail. His eyes are grayish blue and his name is RJ. The picture was taken when he was smaller. He was a little dirty due to playing in the mud which is favorite activity. Our son is stricken with grief due to the loss of his bestfriend. Please contact 936 933 3728 or 936 933 8353 if found.

 
MISSING DOG:  We have a 12 yr. old Boston Terrier who has been missing since Saturday morning. He is black and white, and is blind in one eye. He answers by the name of B.J. -- Missing from the residence on Ole Miss Rd and Turkey Creek in Southland Plantation.
 
They can contact Robert at (832) 651-7263 or Cynthia at (936) 425-1085

 
FOUND DOG:  Female dog, Medium size (34lb), white with tan spots found on HWY 59 at the Exxon Food mart south of Livingston Texas. She has a hurt left rear leg.  Call 832-523-5594
 
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MISSING DOG: Our beloved family member,  Lucky, approximately 15 inches high, black, no tail, one eye, Schipperkee; Scenic Loop area; very skittish; don't approach. Reward for information leading to her recovery. 936-933-0855 or 936-328-7881

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MISSING DOG!  Male German shepherd.  Tan underside with light brown saddle.  50 - 55 lbs. He's wearing a red choker collar. About 28 inches tall. 936 433 0718

 
MISSING DOG:  Shiner went missing off Ashley Dr. Located on Millgate Rd. He's very friendly and loves to ride, he would of gotten into any vehicle, if some picked him up, please call us. We are missing him dearly. he's wearing a tan /green braided collar.  $100.00 CASH REWARD.  My phone number is 936-933-0813

FOUND!  REUNITED WITH OWNER!
All because of Polk county today, we found our shiner, we can't thank you enough. - Stephanie Robison.
  
You're very welcome. - Editor

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IS THIS YOUR PUPPY?  She was found on Old Israel road. She is so sweet! 936.328.2505

 
MISSING DOG!  Lost off old Israel. Castlewood rd.  His name is cowboy and hes greatly missed by our family.  Amber 832 401 6584

 
IS THIS YOUR CAT?:  This beautiful well cared for and very friendly cat came to our home on Old Israel road 10 December and I’m sure her family is heartbroken. If this is you cat she is safe and happy but wants to come home. Please call charles von Schmidt 936 433 1200

 
LAKE LIVINGSTON STATE PARK CALENDAR OF EVENTS
DECEMBER 2018

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MISSING DOG:  we r missing our pug. She went missing Nov 7 sometime that morning. Can u please post her on your site? My contact info is Crystal Bolton 936-234-1164 her name is Kayla.

 
MISSING DOG:  Searching for our missing bull terrier location is W D Boyce off of Old Isreal Rd In Livingston His Name Is Cisco He Has A Red Collar . Gentle and Friendly.  If Found Please Contact Jonathan at 936-933-8476 or Jazzmin at 936-239-7999

 
TRUCK DRIVERS NEEDED!
 
Hughes Trucking Company in Corrigan, Texas is looking for Experienced Drivers and Owner/Operators for chip and flatbed. 
 
MUST HAVE:  Current CDL, Be able to pass a medical exam, Clean driving record with 3 years experience, good references, pass drug test.
  
Serious enquiries only!  936-398-2700 Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm

 
 
MISSING DOG!  My elderly Great Pyranees mix (Little Bit) went missing on October 31st in Ace, TX on FM 2610.  She is elderly, scared of everything and doesn't see all that well.  If you see her PLEASE contact Carol Webb at (936) 425-0927.

 
MISSING DOG:  My step dad is missing his best friend. He is 97 years old and a World War II Marine Veteran. My mother passed last year and PEANUT is his loved companion. She is part mini-pin. And a little overweight. Missing from 245 Lucy in Nuegents Cove. 936-425-5401

 
MISSING DOG!  My Frenchie came up missing today on Beauty Shop Road.  Her name is Harley and she is a year and 2 months old.  If anyone has seen her please contact me on here.  Thank yoyu so much.  $100 reward to whoever can find her.  She was last seen at home on Beauty Shop Road in Livingston, TX.   Home is 936-967-0689 or cell is 936-933-9012.

 
MISSING CAT!
Please help me find our beloved cat named Prince!  He was last seen at our home on Saturday night. Shiny black neutered male.  We live on Hwy 146 S near Capps Road.  He is sweet but is scared of strangers.  If seen, please call 936-327-0456 or 936-433-0949.

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PETS IN DISTRESS:  Our Fur Baby, Peanut went missing 9/7 around 6 a.m. in Wiggins Village #1, Blanchard area! He was wearing a black collar at the time. He is very friendly! If found please contact Loretta Allen at (936) 635-9139! We miss him!

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Marley been missing since Monday evening 8/27 from Blanchard area. Call 936-327-6937 if found or any information.

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Found; On Nettles Cemetery Rd off 190 East.  Female approx. 1 year old or less. Gentle, good with kids. Please claim or adopt. Call Daron or Alison at 936-563-3100

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  My daughters dog "Precious" dug a hole and got out yesterday... Scenic Loop, Blanchard off of Stevens Lane...REWARD IF FOUND. Thanks.     936-328-0666 or 936-566-5997

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  This dog showed up at our house on Saturday, 8/25.  In the Bold Springs area off of 350 N.  Close to Bethel Baptist Church.  It is a female and extremely friendly and playful.  Please call 936-327-6091 if this is your dog.

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Rusti went missing 8/15/18, he was last seen around Southland Plantation and Beech Creek. He was wearing a red collar at the time. If anyone has seen him call 936-433-6093

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Blue is a large mixed breed dog, primarily Labrador, who has been missing from my home near Big Sandy School in Dallardsville for about a week. He can be shy, but he is a friendly dog. We're offering a $100 reward for him.
 
Many dogs look like him, but a very unique feature is that one of his front paws is almost fully white, while the other one is only white tipped.
 
If found, please contact (936)933-3941.

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  This sweet girl came up to our house on Pinckard Road about 2 weeks ago. She is searching for her family! If this is your dog, please call Mitzi at 967-2838.

 
MISSING PET ALERT:  My puppy went missing July 4th, we live off of east Capps, and we really want our baby home, his name is Max...  936-933-6802

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  We justed got back to work from vacation and found a dog in our lot.  Please call if this is your dog.  936-967-4484

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Dixie Came up missing Wednesday June 20th from Leggett E Hwy 942 area. She’s a Sable German Shepherd 4yr old, chipped and spayed. Very loved and missed badly.  $100.00 Reward for safe return.
  
Call Kortni 936-425-5761
Kimberly 936-425-5052

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  

****** $600.00 REWARD******

For KC, our tortoise.  He is 80-85 pound African Sulcata Tortoise.  He has been missing for two weeks from our home that is directly across from the Lake Livingston State Park.  He was spotted on Longhorn Valley Drive over a week ago.  He can travel around 3 miles per day so he could wind up anywhere.  Please, please call us if you see him anywhere, anytime.

Rhetta Mills (713) 299-0538    Steve Besier (281) 635-2156


 
NEED A CAT PERSON TO STEP UP HERE!  Male gray tabby kitten found in WalMart parking lot.  Eyes are not even open yet.  Kitten needs a loving home.  Desperate situation for kitten.  If you can take on this mission, please call:  936-329-5196

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  My male boxer "Bruno" went missing on Saturday, he's prone to wander but has always came home. Has a scar on back left leg from surgery. Wiggins Village area. If found please/text call 936-933-0104.

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  "Luna" has been missing since June 5th on the Alabama-Coushatta Reservation. I'm thinking maybe a guest at Naskila Entertainment maybe picked her up.  Contact number is 936-239-4437.

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Lost June 5 8:00 AM. Last seen in the vicinity of Town and Country Rd. and 350 N, about 2 miles north of 190. Black and Tan female Doberman Pinscher. Trimmed but floppy ears, 70 pounds, silver chain collar with name tag, leash around neck, answers to. Maui. Reward. Contact Johnie or Delores at 936 239 7537, 936 223 9365 or 936 967 3279.

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Missing from FM-2457.  Contact 936-223-1773. Gina

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Last seen Sunday Night 5/27/18 at our home 8162 FM 3126, Livingston. His name is Boss Man, but he did not have his collar on. Our number is 832-945-0120.

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Missing from the area of 190 East about 6 miles out of Livingston.  My number is 936-328-1401

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Need help finding our Moose.  Last seen at our house on Old Isreal Rd on Thursday morning (5/24/18).  He is a 2 year old male blue heeler.  Please call 936-933-4098 or 936-433-4647

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Sam went missing 5/25/18 on Rolling Wood my contact info is Dean Thompson 936-328-0943

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Chimmy went missing last Friday on bus 59. My contact is Annette Page 936-443-5428

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Need help finding our Fur Baby.  Last seen at our house on Jack Station Rd in Moscow, tx Friday around 7:00.  He's a sweet inside dog, and my babies miss him terribly. His name is bear contact 936-252-3071 or 936-933-2324

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Missing dog from Livingston area; Contact Desiree Byrd +1 (505) 551-2706‬

 
PETS IN DISTRESS!
 
My husband is a truck driver and was at a rest stop in seven oaks Texas our boxer Maggie at pulled out of her collar and run into the woods we are from west Virginia if you find her please call me at 304 657 8388 we will pay a reward.

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  I am missing my 1 year old rat terrier from the Wiggins area which is by the Dollar General on FM 2457. She ran off Monday April 23rd. She has a black collar and weighs approximately 10lbs. My contact is 720-982-7385.

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  We are missing our 10 month old Great Pyraneese, Paizly, from the Midway loop community. Contact 713-447-6414

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  One of my boxer puppies was stolen today from my yard. Could you please make a posting for it. I live off Stewart rd and my number is 936-933-2245

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Found this pretty little girl Saturday, 3/17 in Indian Hills Estates on Palmetto Dr. She's safe, fed & being kept in a fenced yard.  If she's your baby, please let me know!
 
Janet 936-967-3366

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Old English BullDog.. Brown and white..last seen in Wiggins Village 1. Doesn't do well outdoors in cold or heat.  Wearing a Dallas Cowboys Dog Collar.  Please call or text 936-433-6440. We'd like our fur baby home! 

 
FOUND DOG:  We found this little one running along Hwy 190 West on eastbound side of traffic Saturday.  It was about a mile before Livingston Animal Hospital.  We stopped there to see if they recognized her of if she had a chip (no luck).  Would you please post this photo and my info in hopes of her finding her family?
 
We can be contacted by telephone or text at 713 213-4781, or by email at bettybruffy@suddenlink.net
 
My address is:  292 Magnolia Drive, Onalaska, TX 77360

 
FOUND DOG:  Found this precious dog Sat 1/13 on FM 3277 and would like to reunite with owner,text or call cell #405-826-6353

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  My sister is missing their adult pittbull. He is very friendly to people and an inside dog only. Missing since Dec. 29th from FM 2457 near Shell gas station. Last seen in Wiggins Village.  Contact 936-252-1313 if located.

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PETS IN DISTRESS:  Found this sweet older female dog late Saturday night in the middle of 3126...936-933-9671 

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:   Shadow was last seen Saturday morning in memorial point. If any info call 936-223-2643 or 936-433-6093

 
PETS IN DISTRESS:  Cat found on Providence Road.  This cat (with purple collar) came wandering up on Providence Road.  If this is your cat, please call 936-254-5002.
 
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PETS IN DISTRESS:  Her name is Harper and she went missing this morning in Bold Springs off of Sugar st In Livingston. My contact information is 936-329-5848 or 936-328-7803

 
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Willie P. Openshaw

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