Lions earn top spot at Lingleville tourney
The Albany Lions boys basketball team put in a busy first week of its season, with five games, going 4-1. The Lions open their district schedule Saturday, Dec.
Girls to face Stamford
The Albany Lady Lions made their first appearance in District 10-2A basketball competition last week, dropping a home game to Hawley in their only action. The Lady Lions had the district bye Tuesday, Dec.
MMPC to host Christmas feast
Localresidentscanhave a traditional holiday meal on Christmas Day without going to the trouble of preparingandcleaningup. Or paying for it.
Stockshow ramps up fundraising efforts
The Shackelford Youth and Livestock Association is starting its final fundraising push ahead of the 2025 county livestock show. Eventssuchasasummer golf scramble, the First Impressions Pig Sale, and the Shackelford County Showdown jackpot pig show have raised approximately $70,000 to be used forthisyear’ssale,according to association member Reggy Spencer.
Officials urge safe firework handling
The start of a new year is a time for celebrating, and local officials, along with emergency responders remind county residents to make sure that any fireworks used in the festivities are handled safely and legally.
Chest fundraising goal 65% met
The Albany Chest is a little over 65 percent toward its fundraising goalasthe2024campaign begins winding down. AlbanyChesttreasurer KalicoLeechsaidthefund has raised $31,535.75 as of Tuesday, Dec.
PTO movie night this Friday
The Albany PTO will host its first-ever Christmas Movie Night this Friday, Dec. 20, at the Aztec Theater.
Zack Waggoner honored
Volunteer Zack Waggoner was named ‘Firefighter of the Year’ during theAlbanyVolunteer FireDepartment’sannual awards presentation and Christmas party. Fire Chief Joel Viertel explained that to be named ‘Firefighter of the Year,’ a firefighter typically needs to demonstrate a consistent record of dedicated service within their department and community, includingactsofheroism, outstanding leadership, dedication to training, significant community involvement, and a positive reputation within the fire service, often going above and beyond expected duties.
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written by local pastors ALBANY MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE — OFFICERS — President............. LUKE SPRABERRY V-President...........
