By Sam WallerShackelford County 4-H will hold its annual Friendsgiving meal at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 13 at The Feed Store.Shackelford County extension agent said the meal will be a potluck affair.“The 4-H club will provide ham and turkey,” Bell said.

By Donnie A. LucasFour new ­COVID-19 cases were reported last week, as the number of local cases continues to remain low based on information provided by Albany’s two health clinics.The weekly report by county judge Bob Skelton issued Tuesday reported four positive test results out of 12 tests...

By Sam WallerMoran Independent School District will conduct its Veterans Day program at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 10 in the school gymnasium.Members of American Legion Post 423 from Cross Plains will make a flag presentation, students from sixth grade, kindergarten and Pre-K will sing, and Moran...

By Sam WallerThe Moran Lady Bulldogs won a bi-district volleyball crown and will advance to the next round after defeating Three Way Tuesday night in Dublin.The win came after deadline time, so details will be reported next week.The area playoff against the Rochelle Lady Hornets is set for...

Elve Lois Motley of Albany passed away at 83 years of age on Saturday evening Oct. 22, 2022 at 5:31 p.m.She was born April 5, 1939.

By Melinda L. LucasThis weekend’s Fandangle Sampler at the Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering could mean a future performance in a bigger venue.More than 40 cast members are making final preparations for a show on Saturday, Oct. 29 at the historic Fort Worth Stockyards, to be staged at 2:00 p.m. in the...

By Donnie A. LucasA large crowd was on hand Saturday at Nancy Smith Elementary for the annual Fall Fest, with organizers calling the event a big success.Several changes were made this year in an attempt to draw more interest, including larger prizes that were “purchased” with points earned at the...

By Melinda L. LucasThe cultural traditions of el Día de los Muertos will be celebrated at the Old Jail Art Center for the 15th year with a free family festival for all ages, featuring an Ofrenda honoring people who have been important to the museum.The event is set for Saturday, Oct. 29 from 1:00...

By Melinda L. LucasAll parents, teachers, and administrators of Albany students are being asked to attend an important session of the Albany PTO on Monday, Nov. 7, starting at 6:30 p.m. in the elementary cafeteria.The meeting has been set during the evening hours so that hopefully more people will...

By Melinda L. LucasPick-up dates for the November distribution of the commodity food program will be Thursday, Nov. 3 and Friday, Nov. 4.Moran families should pick up their monthly commodity food at the Moran City Hall between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on Nov. 3.Albany families eligible for the...