By Donnie A. LucasNo new COVID-19 cases were reported last week for the first time in several months, based on information provided by Albany’s two health clinics.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lions faced their first serious challenge of the postseason and responded in an overwhelming manner.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lady Lions dropped a pair of games last week in their first  road outings of the basketball season, and they had two more games this week before the Thanksgiving break.On Tuesday, Nov. 15, Albany lost 61-12 at Gordon. That was followed Friday, Nov.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Junior High Cubs and Lady Cubs played Cisco on Monday with the girls at home and the boys on the road.Because of early deadlines, those results will be reported next week.The junior high teams return from Thanksgiving break Monday, Nov. 28 to take on Hawley.

By Sam WallerShackelford County 4-H member Gage Burton placed first in Junior Division Main Dish on Thursday, Nov. 17, at the District 7 Food Show held at Taylor County Expo Center in Abilene.

By Sam WallerThe Moran Lady Bulldogs split their two outings last week, while the Bulldogs boys team tipped off its basketball season.On Tuesday, Nov. 15, the Lady Bulldogs dropped a 30-24 decision to Blanket, but bounced back to beat Mullin 43-13 on Friday, Nov.

By Sam WallerAlbany Lions fans will want to avoid loading up on too much Thanksgiving turkey in order to attend this week’s community pep rally.The event is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 24 (tonight) at the Bank Park.The Lions will play Wink at 5:00 p.m.

By Melinda L. LucasAlbany city council members approved a petition from the city’s Economic Development Corporation (EDC) to purchase just under 14 acres of property on the east side of the community during an hour-long monthly session on Monday, Nov. 14.

By Donnie A. LucasThe Aztec Theater is hosting a night of music performed by local residents entitled “Seasons of Love” on Saturday, Nov. 19, with all proceeds benefiting the venue.Tickets will only be available at the door for $15, payable by cash or check. Credit cards will not be accepted.

By Melinda L. LucasA Monday, Nov. 21 deadline has been set for the Nov. 24 edition of The Albany News due to the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.All news articles and advertising, including classi­fied ads, must be received no later than 10:00 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 21.