By Sam WallerFirst Christian Church of Albany has begun its Operation Christmas Child shoebox collection for 2022.Shoeboxes are available at the church and may be picked up during regular business hours or on Sunday morning.The last collection day is Monday, Nov. 14.

First Baptist Church of Albany youth will conduct a silent auction fundraiser following services on Sunday, Oct. 23 in the church’s Fellowship Hall.Items to be auctioned will include baked goods, frozen casseroles, and desserts.

By Melinda L. LucasSeveral dozen cast members of the Fort Griffin Fandangle are gearing up for a special Sampler to be performed during the Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering at the historic Fort Worth Stockyards on Saturday, Oct. 29.The show will be staged in the Stampede Room at 2:00 p.m.

By Donnie A. LucasThe Albany Jr./Sr. High Student Council will be out combing the streets seeking donations to the Albany Chest during the annual Trick-or-Treat For Change project on Sunday, Oct. 23.

By Sam WallerThe Shackelford County 4-H Food Show is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23 at Bethel Assembly.Shackelford County extension agent Kelsey Bell said club members may prepare appetizers, main dish, side dish, or desserts.

By Sam WallerThe Moran Bulldogs football team spent last week’s open date preparing for district play, and coach John Hughes is optimistic about the team’s chances to extend its season.The Bulldogs (0-7) open District 14-1A Division II at 7:00 p.m. Friday, Oct.

By Sam WallerThe Moran Lady Bulldogs volleyball team split a pair of matches last week, falling to Rising Star in four sets before sweeping Trent.The Lady Bulldogs began the second round of District 14-1A play Tuesday, Oct. 18 against Strawn at home. Details will be reported next week.

By Sam WallerEight-time PRCA world champion bullrider Don Gay spoke to students and faculty at Moran ISD on Monday, Oct. 17.“We had a special meeting with the teachers for about three hours,” Moran superintendent Dr. John Denson said.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Junior High Lady Cubs played twice in five days because of the Columbus Day holiday with the eighth grade splitting, while the seventh grade lost twice.The junior high will close out the schedule Monday, Oct. 24 at Ranger. The eighth grade will play at 5:00 p.m.

By Sam WallerRonnie Anderson and Tommie Tierney were elected to board positions Saturday, Oct. 15 during the Albany Golf Club’s annual business meeting.The two were selected to fill openings created by the expiring terms of Randy Walker and James Waters.