By Melinda L. Lucas An early deadline has been set for the Nov. 26 edition of The Albany News due to the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday and print schedule. All advertising, including classified ads, and news copy must be received no later than noon on Monday, Nov. 23.

Recipes are still being accepted for the upcoming holiday recipe section, according to Albany News editor Melinda Lucas, but time is short. The deadline is this Friday, because the special tab will go in next week’s paper.

By Melinda L. Lucas Shackelford County commissioners heard a second presentation regarding the possibility of reissuing the bonds for the Law Enforcement Center at a lower interest rate, saving the county about $600,000 over the course of the next 11 years.

By Sandy Morris As the holiday season approaches, many people look forward to tasty holiday treats but dread the extra calories and pounds. One of the requirements of Albany ISD’s Student Health Advisory Council (SHAC) is to promote staff wellness throughout the year.

By Melinda L. Lucas Three members of the Albany ISD board of trustees were present for a special meeting at noon on Friday, Nov. 6 to canvass the votes for the COVID-delayed May board election that finally took place Nov. 3 in conjunction with the General Election.

By Sandy Morris  Albany ISD Junior High students will start the UIL academic season today with a completely different look to the meets.  This year, all events will be conducted locally with no outside audiences allowed.

By Sandy Morris All first grade students at Nancy Smith Elementary School recently received a free tooth decay kit through the Fantastic Teeth Fan Club. Members of the Albany Masonic Lodge, represented by Robert Skelton, assembled, and delivered 50 dental hygiene kits to the school.

By Sandy Morris The Albany High School marching band competed in the University Interscholastic League East Zone marching contest this past Saturday, Nov. 7 at 11:00 a.m. at Abilene Wylie stadium.

By Sandy Morris For many students of the graduating class of 2021, the most difficult part of applying for college is the financial aid process.  Students can apply for federal financial aid, which includes Pell and other other grants, as well as student loans.

By Sandy Morris AHS students who have not taken the SAT or wish to retake the test will have an opportunity to do so on Saturday, Dec. 5.