Complaints, challenges, and concerns were all unpacked by some members of the board, staff and guests during a twohour meetingoftheShackelford County Hospital District’s board of directors, when there seemed to be no holding back on all sides.

By David H. Waller Albany’s own Sandy Abelpresents“OurSongs,” a unique concert offering a stage for local talent to share music that might not otherwise reach the spotlight.

By David H. Waller Albany Live’s 2025 concert series kicks off on Nov.30withTexascountry legend Cory Morrow at the Aztec Theater.

By Melinda L. Lucas An early deadline has been set for the Nov.

By Melinda L. Lucas During a relatively routine meeting on Tuesday, Nov.

By Melinda L. Lucas The Old Jail Art Center has two events coming up later this month, including the regular Third Thursday Studio on Nov.

By Donnie L. Lucas The Academic Booster Club is currently selling poinsettias for the Christmas season as a fund raising effort.

By Sam Waller There are still two weeks left to contribute to the fourth annual Albany FCCLA Turkey Teacher Contest. Students vote with $1 donations to select a secondary teacher or staff member to wear a turkey costumealldayonFriday, Nov.

By Ginger Bartee Students and faculty at AISD will be treated to a week off this year for Thanksgiving holidays. After dismissal on Friday, Nov.

By Donnie A. Lucas Six new members were inducted into the Albany chapter of the National Honor Society on Sunday, Nov.