By Lynsi Musselman
The annual Baccalaureate service for the Albany High School Class of 2020 will be held at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 17, at Robert Nail Memorial Stadium.
Baccalaureate will be held in conjunction with the Bible presentation hosted by First Baptist Church.
Campbell Terry, youth minister at First Baptist Church, will be the keynote speaker. Terry will be introduced by valedictorian Addison Asher.
By Donnie A. Lucas
Drivers in Shackelford County will soon need to keep an eye out for new speed limit postings after the commissioners court approved a motion Monday setting speed limits on a number of county roads.
The court held a public hearing at 8:30 a.m. Monday prior to the regular meeting to hear comments about the proposed speed postings proposed at the April 27 meeting.
By Melinda L. Lucas
In an effort to include as many class photos as possible, the News staff has decided to delay the publishing of the special Class of 2020 graduation section until May 28, the Thursday after AHS commencement exercises.
Normally, the section is included in the issue that comes out the day before graduation.
By Lynsi Musselman
With summer coming and temperatures heating up, the Albany City pool would normally be getting ready to open.
Unfortunately, with the coronavirus shutdown, the opening has been delayed
The typical opening day is the first Saturday after school is out, but Albany city park manager Brian Holson said this week that no decisions can be made until more government restrictions are lifted.
The governor’s order on what type of public pools can open also delays hiring and training of staff.
By Melinda L. Lucas
After serving as mayor pro tem since the first of year, Susan Montgomery, who was the only one to file for the position back in February, took an oath of office last Thursday and presided over her first official meeting on Monday, May 11.
Montgomery, who had been elected as mayor pro tem last year, moved from council member to leading the city, after the unexpected death of mayor Rodney Alexander in January.
Dozens of local classic car owners, along with some from other communities, joined in a just-for-fun cruise night last Friday. The event also drew a large number of spectators, who lined Main Street to watch the vehicles go by. Members of the Albany Shifters Car Club are still hoping to reschedule the spring show, which was cancelled last month because of coronavirus restrictions.
By Donnie A. Lucas
The end of what is probably the most unusual school year in decades is winding down this week, with students required to turn in all work for grading by Friday.
Various turn-in schedules have been established depending on grade level, with seniors starting Thursday (today) at 9:00 a.m. at the high school. All secondary students received an email that includes specific times in five-minute increments to turn in school computers, textbooks, calculators, library books, and athletic uniforms and equipment.
Elementary Returns
By Lynsi Musselman
While the Old Jail Art Center museum is closed to the public, there continues to be a variety of take-home and at-home activities for all ages.
“Museum Mix-tape” is a playlist inspired by works of art at the OJAC. Different Spotify playlists will post each Monday through June 1 on the OJAC Facebook and In-stagram pages, including images of the collection.
The playlists are intended to motivate those working or learning from home. Participants are encouraged to view the art and then enjoy the coordinating playlist.
By Lynsi Musselman
Even in a pandemic, online predators exploit the vulnerabilities of children.
Nancy Smith Elementary School counselor Susie Beard said parents have to pay attention and put safeguards in place. There are several programs with parental control filters.
“Parents are the main line of defense,” Beard said. “Kids can be unaware or are curious and click on the wrong thing.”
Enough Is Enough, is a non-profit online organization designed to make the internet safer for children and families.
By Lynsi Musselman
The Albany High School Class of 2020 senior Bible presentation, hosted by First Baptist Church for decades, will take place as a part of the Baccalaureate service on Sunday, May 17 at 8:00 p.m., at Robert Nail Memorial Stadium.
The event usually takes place separately the week before Baccalaureate but is being combined this year to limit exposure due to COVID-19 concerns.
First Baptist Church youth minister Campbell Terry said he will deliver a short message, and then First Baptist Church pastor Jeff Turner will present the Bibles.
