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Riley, Castro win in local races

2 years ago By Melinda L. Lucas

♦ Incumbent commissioner Steve Riley kept his seat in Shackelford County’s precinct 1, fending off challenger Bobby Williams in Tuesday’s Republican primary election. Riley garnered 62 percent of the 213 ballots cast in precinct 1, where there are 577 registered voters.

Frys compete at Houston

2 years ago By Sam Waller

Shackelford County 4-H members Faith, Grace, and Cody Fry competed Monday, March 4 in the horse judging contest at the Houston Stock Show and Rodeo. Faith Fry placed fourth with Grace Fry eighth in “reasons,” but the team did not place.

Tax collections typical for Jan. 31

2 years ago By Melinda L. Lucas

Tax collections for local entitiesareaboutwhatwas expected as of the Jan. 31 deadline for 2023 taxes, with a little over 91 percent of the current year tax levy collected for the six local entities.

Local Cub Scouts get awards

2 years ago By Sam Waller

Albany’s Cub Scout Pack 255 held its annual Pinewood Derby on Sunday, March 3 at the Scout Shack. In addition, awards for participation in the fall popcorn sale and rank badges were presented.

MHS play cast earns recognition

2 years ago By Sam Waller

Four members of Moran’s One-Act Play cast and crew earned honors Tuesday, March 5 at the District 13-1A contest at Abilene Wylie. Moran performed “The Betrothed” by Jerome Mc-Donough with Josh Ross directing.

Project Grad fundraiser sells out

2 years ago By Sam Waller

ProjectGraduationconducted its third fundraiser of the spring on Sunday, March 3, serving takeout lunches at The Feed Store. “Sunday went great, and we sold out in about an hour and a half,” coorganizer Tisha Wilkins said.

Grandparents Week, Book Fair continues

2 years ago By Donnie A. Lucas

Grandparents Week at Nancy Smith Elementary continuestodayandtomorrow, along with the Book Fair at the school cafeteria. Grandparents are invited to bring a lunch to eat with students throughout the week.

AISD plans for board election

2 years ago By Melinda L. Lucas

Albany ISD is already preparing for its upcoming board election on May 4, while the Fort Griffin Special Utilities District directors were meeting on Wednesday, March 6 to consider options for their contested race.

Battle of Blanco Canyon talk set Saturday at park

2 years ago By Sam Waller

History buffs have two chances to learn about a pivotal frontier military action Saturday, March 9 at Fort Griffin State Historic Site. Todd Smith will speak at 10:00 a.m.

Closet Angels to be open next week

2 years ago By Sam Waller

Closet Angels will depart from the practice of past years and be open for business during spring break, director Lori Reames said. The clothing ministry will conduct regular hours of noon to 6:00 p.m.

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