For the second week in a row, the Albany Lions earned a 21-7 victory over a rival opponent—this time shutting down the Hawley Bearcats in a defensive showcase at Robert Nail Memorial Stadium.The Lions defense played a pivotal role, recording six sacks, two takeaways, and two defensive scores.

The Albany Lady Lions hosted Class 4A Snyder on Tuesday, Sept. 9, and despite falling in four sets, head coach MJ Reneau said the match offered valuable experience for her team as they prepare for district play.“I’m taking nothing but positivity away from tonight,” Reneau said.

The 39th annual First Impressions Invitational Pig Sale shattered previous records Sunday, Sept. 7, with gross sales topping $158,300 and an average of $1,251 per head, according to longtime organizer Mike Parsons.“This was a record-breaking sale in every way,” Parsons said.

“Therefore choose life, that you and your offspring may live…” Deuteronomy 30:19For those of us who believe the Bible is God’s word there is no doubt human life is the pinnacle and the most important part of His creation.

Today marks the 24th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks—an event that forever changed our country. In the days that followed, even small towns like Albany felt the weight of the tragedy.

It had been 626 days since Adam Hill last played in a football game—his final snap for Albany coming in the 2023 state championship at AT&T Stadium on December 14, 2023.

Despite the 2025 dove season opening on a Monday, hunters in Shackelford County reported a day that met, or even exceeded, expectations – and expectations were high. Abundant birds, favorable weather, and packed fields made for a promising launch to the season, which had the traditional Sept.

The Shackelford Youth and Livestock Association is expecting its biggest turnout yet for the 39th annual First Impressions Invitational Pig Sale Sunday, Sept. 7, at the Shackelford County Show Barn.

The Albany Lions opened their 2025 football season with a 21-7 home victory over longtime rival Stamford on Friday, August 29, in front of a large crowd at Robert Nail Memorial Stadium.The game was tight through three quarters, with the Lions and Bulldogs tied at 7 entering the fourth.

The Albany Lady Lions wrapped up tournament season by hosting their annual varsity volleyball tournament August 28–30. The event featured 12 teams from across Class 1A to Class 4A, bringing strong competition to Albany for three full days of play.