By Donnie A. LucasExpected enrollment numbers are down by about 10 students for Albany ISD compared the beginning of the 2022-23 school year, with about 30 of those anticipated not yet fully registered as of Tuesday.

By Melinda L. LucasDuring a meeting on Monday, Aug. 14, moved up a week from the regular third Monday time, Albany ISD’s board of trustees set a date for a special meeting to adopt the 2023-2024 budget and tax rate, planning an early morning meeting on Aug.

Albert “Al” Burton, age 87 of Albany, passed away Tuesday, Aug. 8, 2023. Funeral services were held Saturday, Aug. 12 at Trinity Lutheran Church with Rev. Tom Chandler officiating. Interment followed in the Albany Cemetery under the direction of Morehart Mortuary.

By Sam WallerAlbany Chamber of Commerce manager Brandi Lehew announced that the date for the community-wide garage sale will be Saturday, Sept. 9.Registration for the event will begin Tuesday, Aug. 22. Lehew said registration will close the Wednesday before the sale as in past years.

By Sam WallerThe start of a new school year is also the start of new livestock projects for FFA and 4-H members.Albany FFA advisor Chris Beard said Friday, Aug. 25 will be a key date for upcoming shows.“I’ve already got everybody entered who’s going to the West Texas Fair,” Beard said.

By Sam WallerThe Moran Bulldogs saw a slight increase in numbers as the second week of preseason football practice began with eight players on hand.“I had one come in Monday from Breckenridge that I’m going to try to get eligible to play,” head coach John Hughes said.

By Sam WallerMoran Independent School District began its new school year Monday, Aug. 7, ahead of where it began last year.Principal Jo Hise reported that 105 students from all grades attended the first day with 110 the second day. Superintendent Dr.

Some of the younger participants in the recent cheer camp (at left) await their turn to perform at Monday night’s traditional Ice Cream Supper sponsored by the Albany Athletic Booster Club.

By Sam WallerFreshman year is a big adjustment for new college students.Albany graduate Luke Ivy added to the level of difficulty during his first year at Rice University by expanding his athletic pursuits even more.

By Sam WallerThe Albany High School cross country program entered its second week of preseason practice with all athletes expected to compete this fall taking part.Coach Donnie Hart said the eight girls and three boys who attended the Monday, Aug.