By Donnie A. LucasThe Albany Academic Booster Club is once again inviting the community to “adopt” a member of the school staff through its Christmas Wish List program.

By Donnie A. LucasFour members of the cast and crew of the junior high One-Act Play, “Once Upon a Clothesline” were recognized at the district contest held last week in Stamford.The play did not finish in the top three, but the four Albany students were honored individually.

By Sam WallerFourth grade students from Nancy Smith Elementary School attended a special performance of “The Nutcracker” put on by Abilene Ballet Theatre on Friday, Nov. 18 at Abilene’s historic Paramount Theater.

By Melinda L. LucasTrash collection for the City of Albany will run on a slightly different schedule for the week of Thanksgiving.Residential trash containers and business and industrial containers normally picked up on Thursday will change to Friday this week.

By Donnie A. LucasNo new COVID-19 cases were reported last week for the first time in several months, based on information provided by Albany’s two health clinics.

By Sam WallerShackelford County 4-H member Gage Burton placed first in Junior Division Main Dish on Thursday, Nov. 17, at the District 7 Food Show held at Taylor County Expo Center in Abilene.

By Sam WallerAlbany Lions fans will want to avoid loading up on too much Thanksgiving turkey in order to attend this week’s community pep rally.The event is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 24 (tonight) at the Bank Park.The Lions will play Wink at 5:00 p.m.

By Melinda L. LucasAlbany city council members approved a petition from the city’s Economic Development Corporation (EDC) to purchase just under 14 acres of property on the east side of the community during an hour-long monthly session on Monday, Nov. 14.

By Donnie A. LucasThe Aztec Theater is hosting a night of music performed by local residents entitled “Seasons of Love” on Saturday, Nov. 19, with all proceeds benefiting the venue.Tickets will only be available at the door for $15, payable by cash or check. Credit cards will not be accepted.

By Melinda L. LucasA Monday, Nov. 21 deadline has been set for the Nov. 24 edition of The Albany News due to the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday.All news articles and advertising, including classi­fied ads, must be received no later than 10:00 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 21.