The Albany News’ 17th annual holiday recipe section will be published in one month, with favorite recipes being solicited from all ages of current and former Albany and Moran chefs and bakers.“We’ve had good response since we started publishing the recipe guides, and we’re looking forward to...

By Sam WallerAlbany High School senior Briley Tabor has been selected to serve as Albany Lions Club Sweetheart for 2022-23, while Samantha Hinkle was chosen as her counterpoint from Moran High School.“Sweethearts meet with us on Thursday every chance that they get, if their school schedules will...

By Sam WallerAlbany’s FCCLA chapter will hold a fundraiser lunch Sunday, Nov. 6, at The Feed Store.The event is to help raise funds for chapter members to attend regional, state and national events next spring and summer.Homecooked meals of ham, scalloped potatoes, salad, rolls, and dessert will be...

By Donnie A. LucasThe 2022 Red Ribbon Week campaign is winding down, but organizers still have events planned for the final two days on Thursday and Friday.Students at both the elementary and secondary campuses have been involved in dress-up days, contests, and daily tokens to remind them to stay...

By Sam WallerFive Shackelford County 4-H members earned spots at district competition with their entries in the county Food Show, held Sunday, Oct. 23 at Bethel Assembly.Advancing to the District 7 Food Show will be  James Hise in Intermediate Dessert, Maggie Spraberry in Junior Appetizer, Gage...

By Sam WallerContinued hot, dry conditions are having a negative impact on the outlook for the upcoming quail season, which starts this weekend.According to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the bobwhite quail population has dropped for four straight years.

By Sam WallerMoran ISD will have special programs presented by the District 14 Education Service Center for all grade levels on Monday, Oct. 31.Principal Jo Hise said separate programs will be presented for elementary, middle school, and high school students.“We’re going to talk about how to be...

By Donnie A. LucasHundreds of local students and parents are expected to crowd the Nancy Smith Elementary campus Saturday for the annual Fall Fest featuring game booths, food, bingo, and a costume contest.Booths will open at 5:00 p.m. and continue until 8:00 p.m.According to organizer Ragan Riley,...

By Melinda L. LucasWhile traditional trick-or-treating will be held later, local merchants and businesses will once again be handing out candy to local children next Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 26, corresponding with Friendship Baptist Church’s Trunk or Treat event that evening.Participating...

By Donnie A. LucasAlbany High School seniors Koy Cauble and Leddie Leech were crowned 2022 Homecoming King and Queen in front of a homecoming crowd Friday night at the halftime of the Albany vs. Cross Plains game.The Coming Home King and Queen representing the Class of 1972 – David Priest and Donna...