By Donnie A. LucasThe Shackelford County Hospital District is the lone entity that drew a contested race among the six county governing bodies, allowing the other five to cancel their May 7 elections.Seven candidates signed up for three available two-year hospital board terms, including incumbent...

By Melinda L. LucasJust in time for spring sports and other warm weather outdoor activities, Daylight Saving Time (DST) returns this Sunday, March 13, at 2:00 a.m.Most of the United States officially begins DST every year on the second Sunday in March, and changes back to standard time on the first...

By Melinda L. LucasA number of vehicles in Albany and the surrounding area have been broken into over the last couple of weeks, with money and personal items taken, according to Shackelford County sheriff Ed Miller.One vehicle was reported stolen from a local resident on Friday morning, March 4 and...

By Donnie A. LucasAnother live concert sponsored by Albany Live is set for Saturday at the Aztec Theater when Paul Cauthen comes to town as part of the singer/songwriter series.Tickets are still available online for the fourth show in the series at the website: www.albanylive.org.According to board...

By Melinda L. LucasFamilies are invited to celebrate the beginning of Spring Break and a traditional Greek holiday this Saturday, March 12 at the Old Jail Art Center.Even though the weather is expected to be cooler again this weekend, the OJAC will host games and crafts in the Stasney...

By Donnie A. LucasTwo Albany natives were recognized as “Albany Stars” at a special awards presentation last Thursday at the Aztec Theater, with a reception following that featured a smorgasbord of foods provided by area business that are members of the Chamber of Commerce,Named as “stars” for...

Malcom Warren Newcomb (Moe), age 77 passed away on Jan. 4, 2022 in Abilene, Texas.

By Donnie A. LucasIn a little over a week, local residents are invited to a cultural family festival at the Old Jail Center, this time to experience Helidonismata, a Greek celebration of spring to be held on Saturday, March 12.The event is set from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. and is open without...

By Sam WallerFour Moran students earned individual honors Monday, Feb. 28, at the District 13-1A One-Act Play contest at Eula.Hannah Rogers earned a spot on the All-Star Cast, while Harmony Slaughter was named Outstanding Crew.

By Sam WallerFour members of the Moran Lady Bulldogs were recognized for their achievement with inclusion on the All-District 13-1A girls basketball team.Senior Johnnie Hise was named to the first team with junior Hannah Noble earning a spot on the second team.