A group advocating for Albany to become a “Sanctuary City for the Unborn” returned to Monday night’s city council meeting, once again urging local leaders to place the proposed ordinance on the agenda.

Local churches and volunteers are coming together to host this year’s community Vacation Bible School, set for Sunday through Thursday, July 27–31. The event will take place from 5:30 to 8:20 p.m. each evening, with dinner served nightly for all participants.

The Beatitudes, Part 2By Pastor B. AndersonText: Matthew 5:6–86. Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.7. Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.8. Blessed are the pure in heart: for they shall see God.

Alfred Whitby George passed away on July 9, 2025, at his home in Albany, TX. His memorial service will be held on Wednesday, July 23 at 11:00am at the First Christian Church in Albany, followed by burial at the Albany Cemetery. 

Moran Independent School District is ushering in the 2025-2026 school year with new leadership and significant academic expansion, according to MISD superintendent Dr. John Denson.“We have hired a new principal and our first ever counselor,” Denson said.

Albany experienced a sudden downpour Thursday night, July 3, when more than five inches of rain fell in roughly two hours, leading to brief flash flooding across town. Though several roads were overtaken by rising water, no serious injuries were reported and property damage remained limited.

Two large bee hives were removed from the Shackelford County Courthouse on Thursday, July 3, after being discovered high under the eaves of the building’s third floor. The removal was conducted by Sadie Grace Farms, a beekeeping company based in Abilene that specializes in humane relocation.

The City of Albany has launched a new website at albany-texas.org, offering residents a centralized hub for city information, services, and communication.

For the third consecutive month, Albany saw above-average rainfall, with June bringing 4.11 inches—well above the town’s historical June average of 3.55 inches, based on records since 2000.

Albany’s 7-on-7 football team advanced to the quarterfinals at the Division III State Tournament in College Station June 26-27, finishing among the top eight teams in the state.The Lions went 3-0 in pool play Thursday, securing the No. 1 seed in their bracket with a last-second win over Tidehaven.