By Sidney BarteeWith the start of the school year, Albany churches and organizations have already begun youth and children’s services for students, with more activities scheduled to begin in the next few weeks.Feed StoreTuesday lunches for juniors and seniors will begin again on Aug.

By Donnie A. LucasThere were 16 new ­COVID-19 cases reported last week, based on the tests administered at Albany’s two health clinics, an uptick as the school year neared.

By Sam WallerThe Moran Bulldogs football team enjoyed a productive outing in its first scrimmage on Thursday, Aug. 11.“It went very well last week,” Bulldogs coach John Hughes said.Moran scored eight times during its three-team workout with Trent and Brookesmith at Trent, while not allowing a score.

By Sidney BarteeMoran’s annual garage sale is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 27, beginning at 7:00 a.m.Community residents can register for the sale until 5:00 p.m. Thursday, Aug 25 on either the City of Moran or the Moran Buy, Sell, Trade Facebook pages.

By Sam WallerThe Moran Lady Bulldogs continued building team chemistry through the first week of volleyball matches, going 1-3.Moran played its first home match Tuesday, Aug. 16, hosting Gustine, before visiting Knox City on Saturday, Aug. 20. Results will be reported next week.

By Sam WallerMoran ISD reported a total enrollment of 97 students for all grades, down slightly from the end of last school year.Superintendent Dr. John Denson said he expects some fluctuation in the figure as other area districts begin classes.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lady Lions volleyball team upped its record to 5-3 Tuesday, Aug. 16 with a sweep of Olney. Albany won on its home floor, defeating the Lady Cubs 25-14, 25-12, 25-15.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lions held their own in their first scrimmage of the 2022 football season, matching and sometimes surpassing the Coleman Bluecats on Friday, Aug. 12 at Robert Nail Memorial Stadium.The Lions make their second preseason outing Thursday, Aug.

By Sam WallerEven though the Albany Golf Club’s annual Labor Day tournament has had a full field for more than a week, organizers are taking names for a waiting list in case any of the registered entries are forced to withdraw.

By Sam WallerMembers of the Albany cross country program are continuing with their training as the first meet of the season draws nearer.Albany will open the season Wednesday, Aug. 31 at Haskell. The runners are entered in seven invitational meets before district competition in October.