By Melinda L. Lucas With renditions due in a little over a week, the staff at the Shackelford County Appraisal District (CAD) is also busy getting ready to send appraisal notices for real property and business personal property.

By Donnie A. Lucas The first confirmed case of COVID-19 in Shackelford County was officially reported late last week to county judge Robert Skelton. The positive test was for a female under the age of 40 and was reported to the judge by the Texas Department of State Health Services.

By Lynsi Musselman The annual Baccalaureate service for the Albany High School Class of 2020 will be held at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 17, at Robert Nail Memorial Stadium.  Baccalaureate will be held in conjunction with the Bible presentation hosted by First Baptist Church.

By Donnie A. Lucas Drivers in Shackelford County will soon need to keep an eye out for new speed limit postings after the commissioners court approved a motion Monday setting speed limits on a number of county roads. The court held a public hearing at 8:30 a.m.

By Donnie A. Lucas The end of what is probably the most unusual school year in decades is winding down this week, with students required to turn in all work for grading by Friday.

By Lynsi Musselman While the Old Jail Art Center museum is closed to the public, there continues to be a variety of take-home and at-home activities for all ages. “Museum Mix-tape” is a playlist inspired by works of art at the OJAC.

By Lynsi Musselman Even in a pandemic, online predators exploit the vulnerabilities of children. Nancy Smith Elementary School counselor Susie Beard said parents have to pay attention and put safeguards in place. There are several programs with parental control filters.

By Lynsi Musselman Seniors will have the opportunity to be recognized    for their achievements today in an informal gathering at the high school gym lobby.

Atmos Energy understands that the coronavirus outbreak may cause some customers to experience financial difficulty, whether because of illness, quarantine, or a disruption at work.

Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue designated 83 Texas counties as primary natural disaster areas. Producers who suffered losses due to recent drought may be eligible for U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) loans.