By Donnie A. LucasFans of the Albany Live series of concerts at the Aztec Theater will be treated to a double dose of strong country music female performers in March and April.Tickets are on sale for both concerts at the local non-profit’s website: www.albanylive.org.

By Sam WallerMoran senior Emily Murk, who was recently named Outstanding Performer at the District 13-1A One Act Play contest has committed to Cisco College for theater.“Emily is our very first student to commit for theater for any school,” Moran teacher Bryce Hughes said.

By Sam WallerExhibitors from the 2023 Shackelford County Youth and Livestock Show have until Saturday, April 1 to write thank you notes to bidders and complete other obligations.Show participants must place their finished notes in a stamped, addressed envelope ready for mailing.

By Sam WallerMoran began its spring sports schedule with high school, junior high, and elementary track meets over the last two weeks.On Tuesday, March 7, Moran students were competing in the Early tennis tournament. Results will be reported next week.

By Sam WallerCloset Angels will be closed over spring break, which this year is Monday-Friday, March 13-17.The ministry typically follows the school closure schedule and shuts down during school holidays.

By Sam WallerEntry deadline is drawing closer for the First Baptist Church youth ministry’s fundraising volleyball tournament.Deadline is Sunday, March 19, and entry fees are due by then.The tournament is scheduled for Saturday, March 25 at the Albany High School gym.

By Sam WallerAlbany’s Cub Scout Pack 255 held its annual Blue and Gold Banquet on Monday, March 6, at the Scout Shack.Four Scouts received accomplishment badges as well as receiving $50 gift cards to Academy Sports and Outdoors for raising more than $250 each by selling popcorn.

By Sam WallerFor former Shackelford County judge Ross Montgomery, a brief stint in the National Football League was just a precursor to his true calling.After two seasons as a running back with the Chicago Bears, Montgomery left the gridiron behind to take a job with Exxon in Houston.

By Sam WallerThe Albany tennis team came away with nine medals, including five gold, Tuesday, Feb. 28 in a two-team competition with Hawley at Rose Park Tennis Center in Abilene.Albany will host its tournament Thursday, March 9 (today). Coach M.J. Reneau said action will get underway at 8:30 a.m.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lions golf team shot five rounds under 90 Monday, March 6 to finish second in the team standings at the Eula tournament at Baird’s Shady Oaks Golf Course.Albany’s Myleigh Leveridge played in the girls division Wednesday, March 8. Results will be reported next week.