We have a wild year ahead of us! President Trump begins his second presidency. God set him in office. He is not perfect, as you and I are not. But God is going to use him mightily!God is getting ready to bring forth many things this year. Hang on in faith!

By Melinda L. LucasWith just about two weeks left before the official deadline, a large percentage of the county-wide tax levies will be collected in the next few days.Taxes assessed during 2024 are officially due on Friday, Jan. 31. 

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lady Lions basketball team continued to struggle last week in losses to Cisco and Anson as the District 10-2A girls schedule reached the midway point.The Lady Lions (4-16 overall, 1-6 district) began the second round of the league schedule Tuesday, Jan.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lions varsity boys basketball team endured a rough second week of the new year with losses to Cisco and Anson.The Lions (8-6 overall, 3-3 District 10-2A) returned to action Tuesday, Jan. 14 with a 48-65 loss at Hawley in their only outing this week.

By David H. WallerThe Shackelford County Commissioners Court held its regular meeting on Monday, addressing several important topics, including IT system upgrades, internet improvements, and road equipment replacement.

By Melinda L. LucasThe filing period for local elections opened Wednesday for several entities such as the school board, city council, and hospital board and will continue until Friday, Feb. 14.The election date set by the state for all local elections is Saturday, May 3.

By Sam WallerThe 2025 Shackelford County Livestock Show is set for Thursday-Saturday, Jan. 16-18, at the county show barn.

By Melinda L. LucasWith the Albany Chest goal now over the top, members of the board of directors originally planned to meet Wednesday, Jan. 8, to distribute funds collected during the 2024 campaign.However, with the weather forecast uncertain, the decision was made on Monday to postpone.

By Donnie A. LucasThe Lady Lions broke their losing streak with a win over TLC Abilene last week, also picking up the first district win for the season.Albany hosted Haskell on Dec. 31, falling 60-25, but picked up a 37-23 win over TLCA on Jan. 3 in Abilene.