Albany Live continues its concert series with a performance by Silverada at the Aztec Theater on Feb. 15, bringing a night of high-energy country music to Albany. Formerly known as Mike and the Moonpies, the Austin-based band has made a name for itself with a blend of traditional honky-tonk, rock & roll energy, and modern country storytelling.

Harold Eugene Durham

Harold Eugene Durham, 83, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, in Fort Worth. He was born January 6, 1942, in Albany, Texas to Howard and Greydelle Durham.

Vera Mae Morris Clack

Vera Mae Morris Clack passed away on January 23, 2025. She was a loving, kind, patient wife, mother and mother-in-law, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and teacher who will be deeply missed. Services are private, and are under the direction of Melton-Kitchens Funeral Home.

By Sam Waller

The Big Country Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ girls Weekend of Champions drew more than 200 participants Saturday-Sunday, Feb. 1-2 to Eastland’s Solid Rock Encampment.

Local FCA representative Paul Johnston, who has been involved in the event for nearly a decade and oversees the girls weekend, said 170 students between eighth and 12th grades attended this year, along with 50 adult volunteers.