By Lynsi Musselman

In January of this year, the Albany News came out with a character for young readers to locate each week in the newspaper. Waylon the Pesky Cowboy, hidden in every issue, has quickly become a fan favorite with the youth in Albany. Novel idea to increase readership, especially with an audience not as familiar with the idea of holding an actual paper. 

The Albany ISD school board met last week to discuss key issues, including the purchase of new buses, facility improvements, and contract extensions for district employees.

Two New Buses 

Approved

One of the primary topics was the need for new school buses to replace aging vehicles. The board approved the purchase of two 72-passenger Thomas buses, priced at $140,000 each, using foundation funds. The buses are expected to arrive by mid-March, sooner than anticipated.

So remove every trace of your “leaven” of compromise with sin so that you might become new and pure again. For indeed, you are clean because Christ, our Passover Lamb, has been sacrificed for us. -1 Corinthians 5:7 (TPT)

Malcolm “Bud” Leech, 81 of Albany, passed away Monday, February 24, 2025. Funeral services will be held at 10am, Thursday, February 27th at Albany Church of Christ with Brian Cope officiating. Interment will follow in the Albany Cemetery under the direction of Morehart Mortuary. Visitation will be held from 5pm to 6:30pm, Wednesday, February 26th at Morehart Mortuary of Albany.