By Kathy Thomson Members of the Fort Griffin Living History Association are hosting a Winter Encampment at Fort Griffin State Historic Site on Saturday, Feb. 15, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m., and the public is invited to come and learn more about life on the Texas frontier.

By Kathy Thomson Books, posters, and educational products for next week’s annual Scholastic Book Fair were expected to arrive at Nancy Smith Elementary School this morning and as of press time on Tuesday, volunteers were still wanted to work during a few slots during the book fair, as well as...

By Kathy Thomson In response to recent inquiries by readers who were wondering if Albany currently has a food pantry, The Albany News contacted ResourceCare program assistant Ragan Riley for information about the assistance they offer.

The City of Albany will test the emergency warning siren at 12:00 noon next Wednesday, Feb. 12, as it does the second Wednesday of every month, depending on the weather.

By Kathy Thomson Matthew Key was the overall winner in the Albany Cub Scouts’ annual Pinewood Derby race that was held at the Scout Hut on Tuesday, Jan. 28, taking home the top trophy. Cubmaster Jacey Shack and Den Leaders Dan Key, Crystal Herrell, and Robert Rogers organized the event.

By Kathy Thomson Three of Albany’s fifth and sixth grade basketball teams were on the court last Saturday, and all four of the local teams are expected to compete in the season-ending tournaments scheduled for this Saturday, Feb. 8.

By Kathy Thomson Tomorrow, Feb. 8, is the deadline to sign up for playing in the Albany Girls Softball Association this spring. Registration fees are $45 for the first player in a family. Additional siblings can be entered in the league for $30 each. Scholarships are available.

By Melinda L. Lucas Little League signup, along with registering for T-ball and coach pitch teams, takes place tonight at the Feed Store between 6:00 and 7:30 p.m. Little League players only need to go with their parents to the registration so that they can try on a jersey and cap for size.

By Kathy Thomson Pick-up dates for the February distribution of the commodity food program are Feb. 6 and 7. On Thursday, Feb. 6 certified eligible families in Moran should pick up their monthly commodity food at Moran City Hall between 9:00 and 11:00 a.m.

By Kathy Thomson Project Graduation supporters have planned several fundraisers that will take place during February.  Order forms for Valentine’s Day Oreo Truffles are available at both school campuses. “The deadline for pre-orders for the truffles is Wednesday, Feb.