Aztec event to feature local talent
By David H. Waller Albany’s own Sandy Abelpresents“OurSongs,” a unique concert offering a stage for local talent to share music that might not otherwise reach the spotlight.
MMPC Bazaar scheduled Saturday
♦ In Albany, mention of the “Bazaar” means the holidays are almost here, and this weekend, members of the Matthews MemorialPresbyterianChurch will once again host the annual event. The Presbyterian Bazaar has a storied history originating in 1900, missing fewer than a handful of years due to wars and pandemics.
Incumbent CA fends off challengers
The presidential race plus a contested county attorney election brought out huge numbers of county voters for the 2024 General Election, with 69% voting early and absentee. A total of 1,736 voters cast ballots, representing almost 72 percent of the 2,325 registered voters in the county in what Election Chief Cheri Hawkins said is a record.
NSES to host Veterans Day event Nov. 11
Invitationsweresentoutlast week to Shackelford County veterans to join local students for a Veterans Day celebration on Monday, Nov. 11 at the Nancy Smith Elementary cafeteria.
City payments sometimes late
With online “bill pay” checks sometimes delayed in processing and in the mail, City of Albany water customers are reminded that $10 late fees cannot be refunded when the processing center does not mail the checks on time or if they are delayed in the mail.
OJAC to host Taco Tailgate
Friends of the Old Jail Art Center and fellow Albany Lion fans are invited to meet on the OJAC grounds Friday, Nov. 8 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. for a taco tailgate party prior to the Albany-Hamlin home football game.
Moran school shut down by power outage
Moran Independent School District had an unexpected day off Thursday, Oct. 31 because of a power outage at the school.
Letters mailed for 2024 Chest campaign
The Albany Chest is accepting donations towards its fundraising goal of $48,000 for the 2024 campaign. As of Tuesday, very few contributions had been received, but letters are going out to previous donors and prospects this week.
Large crowd attends Fall Fest
A large crowd was on hand Saturday at Nancy Smith Elementary for the annualFallFest,withorganizers calling it a huge success despitetheuncertainty of the weather forecast. “We were very pleased with the turnout even though some last minute changes had to be made, “ said Brandi Lehew, organizer.
NHS to induct 6 new members Sunday
Six new members will be inducted intothe Albany chapter of the National Honor Society on Sunday, Nov. 10 at 2:00 p.m.
