By Sandy Morris The Nancy Smith Elementary School Scholastic Book Fair kicked off on Monday, April 19. Sponsored by the PTO, this year’s book fair is being held virtually and will run through Sunday, May 2.

By Sandy Morris Shackelford County extension agent and 4-H sponsor Kloey Painter said local 4-H members have been busy with competitions and workshops during this busy spring season.

By Sandy Morris Albany High School FFA members have been competing at several district, area, and regional contests over the past two weeks and earning more banners for the club.

By Melinda L. Lucas Shackelford County Hospital District directors spent much of a three and a half hour meeting on Monday, April 22 in closed session to discuss three different personnel concerns, but no details were given or actions taken when the board opened the meeting to the public.

By Sandy Morris Albany High School senior Tana Thompson will advance in two events to the University Interscholastic League state academic meet to be held at Abilene Wylie High School on Saturday, May 1.

By Melinda L. Lucas After meeting in closed session, Albany ISD trustees renewed all teacher contracts except for two at the end of the regular meeting on Monday, April 19.

By Sandy Morris Despite cooler temperatures, sunshine on Saturday morning drew a good crowd for the 14th annual Albany Classic Car Show. Organizer Robert Snyder said the show ended up with 55 entries, which is less than usual, but probably worked well considering the weather.

By Sandy Morris Despite the week of rain and muddy conditions which resulted in a last-minute change of venue, the 2021 Fandangle Sampler was welcomed back by a supportive audience at the Jackson Warehouse on Saturday night.

By Sandy Morris Local FFA and 4-H members are staying active this spring, but already preparing for stock show season.  4-H Horse Clinic The 4-H horse clinic will be held Saturday, April 24 where the focus will be on teaching members the basics of horse polo.

By Sandy Morris When Brittany Berry DVM was still at Texas A&M, Dr. Keelan Lewis came and spoke to one of her third year classes. “I remember thinking I wanted to be like her after I heard her speak to our class,” said Berry.