By Sam WallerAlbany’s plans to host its annual tennis tournament Thursday, March 9 were done in by the weather, costing the program a key outing with district competition looming.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lions bounced back from their first loss of the baseball season last week with a sweep of their home tournament.The Lions (8-1) had no games scheduled this week during spring break, though coach David Fairchild said Tuesday he was still looking to add one.

By Sam WallerAlbany’s two returning state track medalists each won two events Thursday, March 9 at the Lobo Relays in Cisco, helping the Lions and Lady Lions to fifth-place finishes in the varsity team standings.

By Donnie A. LucasThe Albany Chamber of Commerce is currently sending out membership notices to current members and encouraging new members to join in time for the annual Crawfish Boil set for Thursday, April 6 in the parking lot in front of the Depot.

By Donnie A. LucasThe Albany High School One Act Play earned fourth place out of seven district schools last Wednesday, March 8  to serve as alternate to the bi-district contest, and three members of the cast and crew received special recognition.

By Sam WallerThe deadline for participants from the 2023 Shackelford County Youth and Livestock Show to fulfill their obligations is swiftly approaching.Exhibitors must have completed writing thank you notes to buyers and other obligations by Saturday, April 1.

By Donnie A. LucasA number of Albany High School students will travel to Stamford on Wednesday, March 22, to compete in the District 10-2A UIL Academic Meet.The top three places in individual events will advance to the regional meet, while each top team in the team events moves on to the next level.

By Sam WallerShackelford County 4-Hers were shown a different type of horsemanship with an English riding clinic at the Fikes Arena.Shackelford County extension agent Kelsey Bell said the program offered 4-Hers a different perspective than they normally get in Western riding.

By Melinda L. LucasTeams are invited to enter an upcoming cornhole tournament to be held at the Bank Park in Albany on Sunday, March 26.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Study Club showed its appreciation for local law enforcement last week by delivering goodie bags to the Shackelford County Sheriff’s Office for distribution to county and city officers.