Moran ISD opened the 2025-26 school year Monday, Aug. 4, with 73 students present for the first day of classes. 

According to office staff member Jeannie Ten Cate, three more students were added to the rolls Tuesday, bringing the total to 76.

The district continues its four-day school week for the new year. Classes are held Monday through Thursday, with Fridays off. 

There will be no school on Monday, Sept. 1, in observance of Labor Day.

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The Old Jail Art Center has unveiled a new logo and refreshed brand identity, marking the first update to the institution’s visual presentation since 2006.

The new design was officially adopted by the board in May and is the result of a nearly two-year rebranding process that included extensive input from board members, museum professionals, and community stakeholders. The updated logo was created by Austin-based firm Page Branding and Graphics, with support from a grant provided by the Still Water Foundation.

Registration for Albany ISD students remains open online and in person this week, as campuses prepare for the start of school on Aug. 13.

According to Nancy Smith Elementary secretary Stephanie Gleitz, registration is still available both online and in person at the elementary and junior high/high school campuses.

“We will be in the office this week to help any additional parents with registration,” Gleitz said. “We do have a few staff meetings throughout the week, so they may want to call first if they need in-person assistance.”

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A bold new beacon now lights up Highway 6 in Albany, as the Goodnight Steakhouse & Saloon unveiled a striking LED neon sign that has instantly become a local landmark. 

The project began with the creative mind of owner Jason Harlow, who envisioned a sign that would reflect both Texas heritage and roadside appeal.