By Kathy Thomson Steak grilled to perfection, Doug Moreland & the Flying Armadillos filling the fresh night air with boot scootin’ music, auctions, and an open bar are all planned as part of the Friends of Fort Griffin 16th Annual Gala on Saturday, Oct.

By Kathy Thomson Docents at the Old Jail Art Center went on an overnight trip to Fredericksburg earlier this week, and the group is planning a trip to New Orleans next spring, according to Susan Waller, member of the OJAC travel committee. “We wanted to go on a one-night trip,” said Waller.

By Kathy Thomson The Culpepper & Merriweather Circus is coming to Albany in just a few days, sponsored by the Lions Club, with shows at 2:00 and 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 6 behind Nancy Smith Elementary School.

By Kathy Thomson Albany High School seniors are still eight months away from earning their diplomas, but fundraising for the traditional after commencement Project Graduation party is already underway.

By Melinda L. Lucas The University Interscholastic League announced earlier this month that four students from Albany High School have been named to the 2018-2019 All-State Journalism Staff.

By Kathy Thomson Members of the Albany Parent Teacher Organization have started planning for the 2019 Fall Festival, and students and parents from all grade levels are encouraged to sign up and help with the annual fundraiser.

By Kathy Thomson Albany junior high seventh grader Kenzie Neve won the overall cattle showmanship belt buckle at the 61st annual Jones County Fair in Anson last Saturday. Neve also placed in both of her steer classes.

By Kathy Thomson Pumpkins, train rides, games, face painting, and other opportunities to make special fall family memories will be offered at Bethel Assembly’s “The Patch” in downtown Albany at the Bank Park next Saturday, Oct. 5.

By Kathy Thomson Abilene Christian University professor Dr. Rodney Ashlock will give the message during a special service next Sunday afternoon at 5:30 p.m. at the Albany Church of Christ, and everyone in the local community is invited, according to pastor Sonny McCauley.

By Kathy Thomson The monthly star gazing party, Stars and Skies of Texas, will be held at Fort Griffin State Historical Site from 8:00 to 10:00 p.m. this Saturday, Sept. 28.