By Sam WallerAlbany Live will present the first concert of its live music series on Wednesday, Dec. 8, with Bruce Robison and Kelly Willis performing a holiday-themed program at the Aztec Theater.Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. with the performance to start at 7:30 p.m.

By Donnie A. LucasNo new candidates started11 the filing process for county posts since last week, with the filing deadline set for Monday, Dec. 13 at 6:00p.m.

By Sam WallerFor the second year in a row, the elements were a factor in the Albany Chamber of Commerce’s Small Town Saturday celebration, but this time it didn’t rain on their parade.Twelve floats participated in the Lighted Christmas Parade on Saturday despite damp conditions.

By Melinda L. LucasWhile the days of poring over a catalog of Christmas toys are long gone, children are still making lists for Santa.The Albany News will be printing Santa letters and holiday essays in the Christmas issue to be published on Thursday, Dec. 23.

Albany News publisher Donnie Lucas announced this week that there will not be an edition published on Dec. 30 during the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day.“We’ve decided to take that week off and be able to enjoy our family more during the holidays,” said Lucas.

San Angelo - Robert “Bobby” Ramon, 66, passed away Saturday, Nov. 27, 2021, in San Angelo.Public viewing was Monday, Nov. 29 at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Funeral services were held Tuesday, Nov.