FCCLA competition set this week

By Donnie A. Lucas

Several FCCLA members will compete at the Regional Leadership Conference in Waco Friday and Saturday, including two Parlimentary Procedure teams and several other individuals and pairs.

The Level 1 Parliamentary Procedure team, which consists of all eighth graders, is scheduled to compete at 9:30 a.m. Friday.

The Level II Parlimentary Procedure team, which can include both ninth and 10th graders, will enter its contest at 3:10 p.m. on Friday.

AHS one-act cast to perform March 8

By Donnie A. Lucas

The public is invited to a local performance of “Oz” on Monday, March 6 at the high school auditorium, but be careful about following the yellow brick road to view the play.

The curtain will go up at 6:30 p.m. for a free public performance of the high school’s one act play in preparation for the UIL District OAP competition on Wednesday, March 8 in Haskell.

Moran play advances to bi-district contest

By Sam Waller

Moran’s One Act Play qualified for bi-district competition Monday, Feb. 27 with its performance of “Little Women” at the District 13-1A contest at Abilene Wylie High School.

The bi-district competition, which will include six schools from Districts 13 and 14, is scheduled for Monday, March 20 at McMurry University in Abilene.

Moran’s specific placing at the district contest was not announced, just that it was among the three advancing schools.

AISD principals’ contracts renewed

By Melinda L. Lucas

One-year contract extensions were approved for principals Glen Hill at Albany Junior/Senior High School and John Gallagher at Nancy Smith Elementary School, with any salary increases contingent on the 2023-2024 budget and relevant action taken during the upcoming state legislative session.

District level positions will be discussed next month and the rest of the staff in April, according to AISD superintendent Jonathan Scott.

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Moran citizen states concerns

By Melinda L. Lucas

Members of the Shackelford County Hospital District’s board of directors heard a concern from a Moran citizen during Monday’s regular meeting, then worked through the rest of the agenda fairly quickly, including a brief closed session

During the public forum portion of the meeting, Christina Zinn of Moran asked if there could be a backup plan for pharmacy closure, stating that it had been a hardship on several older Moran citizens when Sanders Drug Store was closed because of the weather earlier this month.

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Fandangle practices to get started on Monday

By Donnie A. Lucas

The call is being sounded for any members of the community who would like to be part of the 85th anniversary edition of the Fort Griffin Fandangle to come to rehearsals.

The first rehearsal of the season is set for Monday, Feb. 27 at the Aztec Theater starting at 7:30 p.m.

“Everyone is welcome to come be a part of the show,” artistic director Lorna Ayers said. “And it’s not all about being able to sing. We have many things for people to do in addition to singing. If you want to be in the show, we will find you a spot.”

Local filing ends with no contested races

By Melinda L. Lucas

None of the six local entities located within the county will need to hold elections on May 6, although there was one race that was contested until a candidate withdrew on Tuesday.

The filing period for each of the local races ended Friday, Feb. 17, with the Fort Griffin SUD board drawing more candidates than terms expiring this year.

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Commodities dates planned March 2-3

By Melinda L. Lucas

Commodities will be distributed Thursday, March 2 in Moran and Friday, March 3 in Albany at the usual times.

Families who have not yet returned their applications for the 2023 program must turn in paperwork, either before or on site, before receiving their food.

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Local youth place in major shows

By Sam Waller

Shackelford County FFA and 4-H members continued their participation in the San Antonio and San Angelo livestock shows over the past week.

Six of 10 Albany FFA members showing barrows at San Antonio placed in their classes. Chelsy Parsons had the top finish with a second-place showing and reserve champion with her Duroc.

Tye Edgar finished third with his Spot. Crew Spencer had the seventh-place Duroc.

3 Albany band students enter solos

By Donnie A. Lucas

A group of three band students earned medals at the UIL Solo and Ensemble contest held at Wylie High School on Saturday.

Sophomore Melanie Figueroa earned a Division I rating on a Class 3 clarinet solo, while freshman Landon Picquet, a percussionist, also brought home a Division I on a Class 2 solo.

Sophomore Chyanne Jaco competed with a Class 2 solo, earning a Division II rating.

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