By Donnie A. LucasAfter a four-year absence, the presentation of the Albany Nativity is set for two performances this weekend at the Aztec Theater.The production, first written and produced in 1939 by Albany playwright Robert Nail, is opening on Saturday, Dec. 10 at 7:30 p.m., with a second...

By Melinda L. LucasEven though the original Dec. 2 deadline has passed, Santa letters will be accepted by The Albany News for a few more days.Several local teachers have indicated that a large number of children have been out of school with flu, strep throat, and other illnesses during the last...

By Melinda L. LucasWith a special “Christmas Bag” available this month, pick-up dates for the December distribution of the commodity food program are Thursday, Dec. 8 and Friday, Dec. 9.Certified families in Moran should pick up their monthly commodity food and the extra Christmas food at the Moran...

By Melinda L. LucasThe Old Jail Art Center has been promoting Christmas spirit with an artistic flair this month, starting with an ongoing gift workshop and continuing with a family festival on Dec. 17.DIY GiftsThe Old Jail Art Center’s Christmas DIY Drop-In Gift Workshop is continuing for another...

By Sam WallerAlbany’s National Honor Society made a contribution of more than $600 to the local Toys for Tots Campaign.Marine SSgt.

By Sam WallerShackelford County 4-H is staying busy right up until the holiday break with club members participating in or preparing for upcoming contests.Club members Grace and Faith Fry took part in the NCHA Cutting Horse Judging Contest last weekend in Fort Worth.Grace placed first individually...

By Donnie A. LucasThe sounds of Christmas will be featured at the annual Albany Christmas Band concert on Sunday starting at 4:00 p.m. with the high school band in the high school auditorium.The seventh grade band will follow at 4:45 p.m., with the sixth grade band students concluding the program...

By Donnie A. LucasThe link to the Christmas Wish List for Albany school teachers and staff is now available on the Facebook page for the AJHS Academic Booster Club.Club members are once again inviting the community to “adopt” a member of the school staff by fulfilling one or more entries on the...

By Donnie A. LucasRegular school day hours could change next Wednesday and Thursday somewhat if the Lion football team advances to the state playoff game.School officials are waiting to see if the Lions win the semifinal game against New Home on Thursday (today) in Sweetwater before announcing any...

By Sam WallerAlbany FFA was among several chapters recognized for achievements in the spring and fall at the Big Country District Banquet at Taylor County Expo Center in Abilene on Monday, Dec. 5.Albany FFA adviser Chris Beard said 12 chapter members attended the event.Last spring, Albany FFA...