By Melinda L. LucasNo action was taken other than approving the minutes and bills during a brief meeting of the Shackelford County Hospital District’s board of directors on Monday, March 20.

By Melinda L. LucasA new principal for Albany Junior/Senior High School was hired at a special noon meeting of the AISD board of trustees on Friday, June 2.Ezra Chambers, who has served as principal of Abernathy High School since 2018, was the recommendation of superintendent Jonathan Scott.

By Donnie A. LucasLocal volunteers are being asked to show up at the Chamber of Commerce office located in the Depot on Saturday morning for the annual city-wide clean-up.

By Melinda L. LucasDrawings by Cheyenne warriors are being hung on the walls of the Old Jail Art Center this week, and Fort Worth artist Corrie Thompson is installing her works in the upstairs galleries as preparations are made for the opening of the summer exhibitions.

By Melinda L. LucasAlbany residents may wonder what’s going on with all the sirens on Saturday morning; it will not be an emergency but rather a tribute to a community servant who worked behind the scenes until she was not physically able to.

By Donnie A. LucasA wide variety of activities will be offered in Albany during the last two Fridays and Saturdays in June to help entertain the crowds of visitors coming to town for the Fort Griffin Fandangle, as well as local residents.

By Donnie A. LucasWith opening night for the 85th anniversary performances of the Fort Griffin Fandangle just over a week away, just about everyone involved in the annual outdoor production is rehearsing or preparing on a daily basis.

By Melinda L. LucasLocal businesses and residents are encouraged to join with patriots across the United States next Wednesday, June 14 in the annual cele­bration of Flag Day.

Isaiah Dockins, a 2021 graduate of Albany High School, graduated with a HART Certificate – Commercial Refrigeration & A/C from South Plains College on May 12.Dockins was among more than 1,800 students recognized for their academic achievement and resilience in a changing world.

By Donnie A. LucasA new set of prize categories has been announced for the annual Ft. Griffin Fandangle Parade set to roll through downtown Albany on Saturday, June 17.