Polk County, Florida-- Polk County Sheriff's officials and a local family are mourning the loss of a very special retired K-9 this week. The K-9 was given the chance to serve in loving memory of a daughter whose every chance was taken from her years ago.

It's been a decade since the Digget family lost their daughter, Allison Sousa, in a tragic double-homicide. 

It was a difficult time for them, but it was because of strong support from Polk County and its law enforcement that they decided to honor her, and thank the community in a big way. 

Tampa, Florida -- Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union announced the start of its Facebook "Paw-Parazzi Photo Contest" which will run from July 1 - July 31.

Members of the credit union and the community are encouraged to upload photographs of family pets on the credit union’s Facebook application tab designated for the contest, but first must "like" Suncoast Schools Federal Credit Union on Facebook.