By Donnie A. LucasThe varsity Lions basketball team opened the district race with a win over Stamford at the start of the Christmas break, then came back last weekend to compete in the Windthorst tournament on Dec. 27 and 28.

After her first appearance at The Albany News almost five years ago, Lynsi Musselman is returning in a part-time role as director of advertising.Musselman is stepping into the position that has been filled by Ginger Bartee for the past seven years.

The Albany News has undergone many design transformations in its long history. From classic styles, busy designs to a more modern look, the paper has continually evolved to meet the changing times.

Albany Live will kick off its 2025 concert series on January 25 with a performance by Texas music legend Gary P. Nunn at the Aztec Theater. After a successful show in November 2023, Nunn is set to return to delight audiences once again. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with the show beginning at 7:30 p.m.

Sitting quietly off Highway 6 in Albany, the Hereford Motel has been a witness to decades of history and a destination for travelers seeking rest. Originally opened in 1952, the 14-room motel became a familiar sight for ranchers, hunters, and families exploring Shackelford County.