By Sam WallerA team of four Albany residents will attempt to make a round trip from Buffalo Gap to Abilene in a specific time frame, accomplishing more than a dozen challenges along the way.

By Sam WallerStudents and staff from Nancy Smith Elementary School were able to dodge the elements long enough to get in their annual track meet and field day as the school year draws to a close.The events were both held Tuesday, May 23, at the high school track.

By Donnie A. LucasAlbany band students ended the school year last Thursday with a concert showcasing each band both separately and combined.The Sixth Grade Band performed first at the high school auditorium, followed by the Fifth Grade band.

By Melinda L. LucasTwo Albany High School students competed last week in the UIL Academic Meet at the University of Texas in Austin.Junior Sidney Russell and sophomore Avery Everitt both competed in the feature writing event on Wednesday, May 17.

By Sam WallerChildren’s summer programs at First Baptist Church of Albany get into full swing Wednesday, June 7.Children’s minister Ginger Bumguardner said there are still a few openings for the Summer SONshine program, while the community children’s choir is seeking more participants.

By Sam WallerShackelford County 4-Hwrapped up its year Sunday, May 21, with officer elections at its final meeting at The Feed Store.Officers will begin their duties when the 2023-24 school year begins.“All the candidates gave speeches,” Shackelford County extension agent Kelsey Bell said.

By Donnie A. LucasTwo celebrity judges will be coming to Albany on Saturday, June 17 to the annual Fandangle Parade, as well as staying for the performance of the local production afterwards.

By Sam WallerPreregistration is under way for the Albany Community Vacation Bible School, which is scheduled for July 30-Aug. 1.Organizer Betsy Spraberry urged parents to sign up their children early in hopes of having ample time to plan for the event.

By Melinda L. LucasDespite a last-minute change of presenters, First Baptist Church of Albany was able to host its annual Bible presentation for the Albany senior class.The event and the traditional Coke float party was held at 2:00 p.m.

By Melinda L. LucasThe annual Splash Day at the Albany city pool is scheduled for Thursday, June 1.The facility will be open free of charge to the general public from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. to start the beginning of the summer.Meg Walser is managing the pool this year.