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Bivens Out as LPGA Tour Commissioner

Jul. 13, 2009
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Carolyn Bivens is out as commissioner of the LPGA Tour, and Marsha Evans will serve as acting commissioner while the organization looks for a replacement.
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