By Melinda L. LucasPick-up dates for the July distribution of the commodity food program  provided by Shackelford County are July 7-8.Certified eligible 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, July 7.Albany...

Albany News readers and advertisers are reminded that no newspaper will be published, either in print or online, during the week of July 4.“We will not have a July 7 issue,” said News editor Melinda Lucas.

By Melinda L. LucasWith a county-wide burn ban in place and the addition of a resolution restricting the sale and use of “bottle rockets,” local emergency responders say any holiday cele­brations involving fireworks need to include safety and common sense.Firefighters warn that dry brush and...

By Melinda L. LucasAlbany water customers should receive a “2021 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report” in the next few days showing that locally treated water meets or exceeds all federal drinking water requirements.“All the numbers looked as good or better than last year,” said Albany water...

By Melinda L. LucasMost of Monday’s hour-long meeting of the Shackelford County commissioners was spent discussing how to proceed with the project of re-engineering and resurfacing the Courthouse parking lot, and although the item was tabled, commissioners will continue to talk with contractors and...

By Donnie A. LucasThe number of positive COVID-19 test results increased last week, following a national trend that has developed over the last few weeks.County judge Bob Skelton reported Monday that 16 tests were administered locally for the period of June 20-24, with seven positive resultsTesting...

By Donnie A. LucasA variety of pets were marched around at the Bank Park Saturday during the annual Fandangle Pet Parade.Winners were named in four categories, with each receiving $25 in Albany Bucks to be spent at local participating stores.“We had a good turnout,” coordinator Lacy Cook said.

By Sam WallerShackelford County 4-H is offering three days of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) camps in July, with a recent decision to lower the age requirement.Camps for incoming third through sixth graders are scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. over three consecutive...

By Sam WallerThe Shackelford County Library children’s story hour will extend into July, but in a slightly different format, according to organizer Janna Ledbetter.Future sessions are scheduled for 10:30 a.m. on Fridays beginning July 8 and will continue as long as there is sufficient interest,...

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone. The food, cards, donations, visits, and outpouring of love and kindness shown to our family was truly heartwarming.Dinty will definitely be missed by many.Thanks and lovefrom the family ofDinty Bowman