With June underway, the Old Jail Art Center is preparing to launch two new exhibitions that will carry visitors through the summer months.Opening Saturday, June 7, the 2025 Summer Exhibitions feature work by Texas painter Bob Stuth-Wade and Dallas-based sculptor Saba Besier.

By Melinda L. LucasRegistration for the 2025 ResourceCare Day Camp has officially closed, but organizers say they are in desperate need of at least 10 more female workers – high school and college age – to help staff the two-week summer program.“We really need the help,” said programs assistant...

Fit Life Gym in Albany has new owners. Kelli and Jesse Jennings officially purchased the business on May 1 from Lori and Spencer Balliew, who operated the gym for the past four and a half years.Kelli Schkade Jennings, an Albany native, said she’s excited to be part of something local.

The Dance Theatre Company will celebrate its 75th anniversary this Saturday, May 31, with its annual recital at the Albany High School auditorium. The performance is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m.A total of 99 students from Albany and surrounding areas are set to take the stage.

By Lynsi PerryMark your calendars for Saturday, June 14, 2025 for the first annual Care Lunker Classic to be held at Hubbard Creek Reservoir in Breckenridge, Texas.

By Melinda L. LucasMembers of the Albany High School Class of 2025 were awarded dozens of scholarships during commencement exercises held last Friday, May 23.There were more than 175 separate awards for the class of 45 seniors, with some scholarships split among more than one recipient, amounting...

By Melinda L. LucasA total of 42 members of the Albany High School Class of 2025, along with two junior ushers, took part in this year’s Project Graduation celebration, an all-night party held at multiple locations around Albany, beginning and ending at The Feed Store.

The City of Albany swimming pool will open Friday, May 30 with a free Splash Day from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The facility will continue to be open to the public on Tuesdays through Saturdays 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. through July, with Sunday hours 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.Brittney Everett, who is managing...

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,...

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...