The Albany FFA chapter is busy preparing for stockshowseasonasentry deadlines have passed or are fast approaching. Advisor Chris Beard said all entries for major shows have been completed and mailed.

Rehearsals are underway for the 2024 production of “The Nativity,” with performances set for Dec.13and14attheAztec Theater. Production managers Don Taggart and Buford Salters, along with several volunteers, will put the sets in place on Sunday, Dec.2startingat2:00p.m.

Whilethedaysofporing overacatalogofChristmas toys are long gone, children are still making lists for Santa. The Albany News will be printing Santa letters and holiday essays in the Christmas issue to be published on Thursday, Dec.

Sunday, Dec. 15 marks the day for “Flannels and Flapjacks,” a holiday event sponsored by First Baptist Church.

The Aztec Theater was filled with music Saturday night as a group of local singers took the stage for “Our Songs,” a performance showcasing a wide range of musical favorites. Songs from artists such as Journey, PurePrairieLeague,John Denver, Stevie Nicks, The Turtles, Aretha Franklin, and Al Green filled the air, highlightingthetalentsof 15localsingersbackedbya skilled band of musicians.

Friendship Baptist Church completed its annual HarvestAcresBazaar last Saturday, and according to organizer Danita Johnston, the volunteers had a great day, selling lots of baked goods and other items.

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A number of Albany Junior HighandNancySmith Elementary students are competing in a variety of UIL Academic events next week in Anson. Oral Reading for grade school was held Nov.

Christmas benefit Longtime ag teacher Chris Beard took a commanding lead on the final day of the fourth annual “Turkey Teacher” fundraiser last week, earning the right to dress up in a turkey costume on Friday prior to students being dismissed for the Thanksgiving holidays. A total of $308 in donations was raised through the event, benefiting local children and the elderly in need, according to FCCLA sponsorJenniferMarshall.

Albany students and staff members will return to the classroom on Monday, Dec. 2 after taking a full week of vacation for theThanksgivingholiday.