By Melinda L. LucasMembers of the Old Jail Art Center will get an up-close look at three new exhibits during a reception on Saturday, Sept. 23, with the galleries then open to the public during regular museum hours.

By Sam WallerA fundraising drive to provide a new section to the veterans monument located at the Shackelford County Courthouse is kicking off this month.

By Donnie A. LucasThe changing of the weather is a reminder that it is time to consider getting vaccinated against illnesses such as the flu.

By Melinda L. LucasThe board of directors of the Shackelford County Appraisal District approved the 2024 budget on a unanimous vote during a Sept. 14 meeting.The vote came after a public hearing, with no one addressing the board.The $468,469 budget is $25,725 more than last year’s original budget.

By Donnie A. LucasAlbany Junior/Senior High School students recently elected student council officers and representatives, along with a full slate of class officers.

By Donnie A. LucasTwo Albany High School students have received national recognition by the  College Board through its National Rural and Small Town Award.

By Sam WallerAlbany students will again participate in the annual See You at the Pole prayer event Wednesday, Sept. 27.At 7:00 a.m., Nancy Smith Elementary students and their parents will be served breakfast at Albany Church of Christ. At 7:30 a.m.

By Donnie A. LucasThings are starting to look a lot like fall at the Albany Chamber of Commerce offices as the time for the annual fall decorating of the business district of the town nears.The Chamber is seeking volunteers to assist with putting up fall decorations on Saturday, Sept. 30.

By Donnie A. LucasDirectors of the Albany Chest met on Wednesday, Sept. 13, to organize the 2023 fundraising drive, elect four board members, and vote on officers.The deadline for organizations to turn in funding requests was officially set for Friday, Sept.

By Sam WallerIt’s homecoming week at Moran with several activities on the schedule.This year’s homecoming will recognize the Classes of 1973 and 1974 for their 50th anniversaries and the Classes of ’98 and ’99 for their 25th.