By Sam WallerMoran ISD will have special programs presented by the District 14 Education Service Center for all grade levels on Monday, Oct. 31.Principal Jo Hise said separate programs will be presented for elementary, middle school, and high school students.

By Sam WallerThe Moran Bulldogs were forced to call an early halt to their game Friday, Oct. 21 in a 41-0 loss to Valera Panther Creek in the District 14-1A Division II opener for both teams.The Bulldogs (0-8 overall, 0-1 district) make their final home appearance at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, Oct.

By Sam WallerThe division races of the Albany NFL Flag Football League are heating up as the season enters its final two weeks.Week 5 games start at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 29 at the Albany High School track infield.

I am amazed at your hospitality, love, care, and kindness. You have made me feel so welcome in your gracious communities. I will sincerely miss every one of you.I am pleased and saddened at the same moment as I announce my retirement.

Robert Boone Askew, age 17, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 23, 2022 in Erath County. Boone was born Nov. 18, 2004 in Abilene, TX to Shawn and Angela Askew.Boone was raised in Albany and Comanche, Texas where he enjoyed showing livestock, playing sports and learning the fiddle.

Bobby Ray Smith was born on Dec. 8, 1953 to Carrol and Ruth Smith in Corpus Christi, Texas. He was an only child.Bobby is a sixth generation Texan. His ancestors held four original land grants, written in Spanish, for the Republic of Texas.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lions junior varsity football team scored on offense, defense and special teams Thursday, Oct. 13 in a 28-6 victory at Cross Plains.The JV Lions (4-3) were left without a game this week against Roscoe, but efforts were ongoing to find a replacement opponent.

By Melinda L. LucasAbout two dozen Albany ex-students from as far back as seven decades attended the homecoming brunch and business meeting last Saturday morning at the Feed Store, representing classes from 1945 to 2001.

By Donnie A. LucasHundreds of local students and parents are expected to crowd the Nancy Smith Elementary campus Saturday for the annual Fall Fest featuring game booths, food, bingo, and a costume contest.Booths will open at 5:00 p.m. and continue until 8:00 p.m.

By Melinda L. LucasWhile traditional trick-or-treating will be held later, local merchants and businesses will once again be handing out candy to local children next Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 26, corresponding with Friendship Baptist Church’s Trunk or Treat event that evening.