By Donnie A. LucasWith the beginning of the new school year, Albany students are heading to campuses daily by school bus, car, bicycle, or on foot, prompting the need for caution by drivers.Although the first full week of classes at both campuses has gone smoothly, school authorities want to put...

By Sam WallerAbout 55 to 60 Albany High School juniors and seniors attended the first weekly luncheon Tuesday, Aug. 22 at The Feed Store.Feed Store executive director Tisha Wilkins said the total exceeded expectations.“I had 45 plates set out, and I had to go get my extra stash,” she said.The...

By Sam WallerFriendship Baptist Church will kick off its youth and children’s ministry Wednesday, Sept. 6 with a Back To School Bash.The event is planned for 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., according to Tanya Petree, one of the coordinators.

By Sam WallerTwo programs designed for local women are scheduled to start in September.Thursday, Sept. 14 will be the first session of the Ladies Bible Study Fellowship (BSF).

By Melinda L. LucasApplications for Albany Chest funding will be available starting next Friday, Sept. 1, with directors expected to set a request deadline of Friday, Sept. 28.Board members of the Albany Chest will meet to organize the 2023 fund-raising campaign, nominate and elect new directors,...

By Melinda L. LucasPick-up dates for the August distribution of the commodity food program  provided by Shackelford County are Aug. 31 and Sept. 1.Families in Moran should pick up their monthly commodity food at the Moran City Hall between 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, Aug. 31.Albany families...

By Sam WallerThe Shackelford County Livestock Show Barn will host its first event since being renovated with the 37th annual First Impressions Invitational Pig Sale.The longest-running livestock sale in the U.S., which benefits Shackelford County youth who participate in the county stock show, is...

By Sam WallerRegistration for the Albany Chamber of Commerce’s community-wide garage sale is underway and receiving good response, according to Chamber manager Brandi Lehew.Registration began Tuesday, Aug. 22.“I had people coming by the first day,” Lehew said.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lions wrapped up preseason Thursday, Aug. 17 with a solid showing in its scrimmage at Early.Now the focus shifts from getting ready for the season to actually preparing for specific opponents.Albany opens the 2023 football season at 7:00 p.m. Friday, Aug. 25 against the...

By Sam WallerSeason tickets for the Albany Lions 2023 football season are now available through the Albany Junior/Senior High office.Adult season tickets are $30 for five games. Returning ticketholders have the right to claim the same seats they had last season.