Summer sports camps conducted by Albany coaches continue the next two weeks with basketball and volleyball camps.The All-Sports Camp was held earlier this week.

By Melinda L. LucasThe Shackelford County Library’s annual summer story hour returns next week, offering preschool and early elementary children a fun and educational opportunity to explore the world of animals through stories, crafts, and live demonstrations.The 2025 program kicks off Tuesday,...

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Marlyn PrattMarlyn Pratt, 78 of Granbury, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 24th at First Baptist Church in Albany with Cody Lain officiating.

Barbara GalbreathBarbara Galbreath, 70 of Albany passed away Monday morning, May 26 after a long-protracted illness.

By Melinda L. LucasAlbany Little League concluded its 2025 regular season last week, with teams in both the Majors and Minors divisions now turning their attention to postseason play in the District 5 Little League tournament.Reds, Indians Take League TitlesIn the Majors division, the Reds, led by...

By Melinda L. LucasThe Shackelford County Hospital District Board elected its officers Monday during a regular meeting, with Jason Price returning as president, James Breeden as vice president and new member Karin Cox as secretary.The meeting began with a prayer led by Pastor Brad McBee and...

By Melinda L. LucasForty-five Albany High School seniors will receive their diplomas Friday night, May 23, during commencement exercises scheduled for 7:00 p.m. in the high school gymnasium.

By David H. WallerMatt Bellah was unanimously elected president of the Albany ISD Board of Trustees during Monday night’s regular meeting, stepping into leadership as the district looks ahead to major facility decisions and a possible bond election.Bellah succeeds Robert Montgomery, who stepped...

By David H. WallerThree familiar faces from Albany will once again climb into their vintage station wagon and set out on a one-of-a-kind adventure this June as part of the annual Buffalo Run.