By David H. Waller
There’s a lot bouncing around in my head this week, so let’s dive right in.
The Great Rick Davis
Graduation is tomorrow, and as the school year comes to a close, there’s one name that keeps coming to mind: Rick Davis. After 30 years of teaching in Albany, Mr. Davis is retiring, and what a loss that is for our school.
By Melinda L. Lucas
The annual Memorial Day ceremony will be held Monday, May 26, at the Aztec Theater.
The service, sponsored by the Albany Lions Club, will begin at 6 p.m.
The program will open with a welcome by Lions Club president John Tate, followed by the invocation by Pastor Brad McBee. Local Boy Scouts will present the American flag. Kristin Hilliard and Sandy Able will perform the National Anthem.
The Albany Academic Booster Club is entering a new chapter in 2025, with a transition in leadership and continued momentum in its mission to support academic success in Albany ISD.
Founded in 2018 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Academic Boosters have granted more than $169,000 over the past five and a half years. Funds have gone toward classroom equipment, scholarships, student and teacher recognition, and professional development.
By Melinda L. Lucas
Families are invited to celebrate the vibrant culture of Southeast Asia this weekend as the Old Jail Art Center presents a Family Festival, this month honoring Myanmar Heritage.
The free event will take place Saturday, May 24, from 1 to 4 p.m., and offers fun for all ages. Attendees can enjoy an afternoon filled with cultural crafts, traditional games, food, and music inspired by the rich heritage of Myanmar.
