By Melinda L. LucasMembers of the Old Jail Art Center will get an up-close look at three new exhibits during a reception on Saturday, Sept. 23, with the galleries then open to the public during regular museum hours.

By Sam WallerA fundraising drive to provide a new section to the veterans monument located at the Shackelford County Courthouse is kicking off this month.

By Donnie A. LucasThe changing of the weather is a reminder that it is time to consider getting vaccinated against illnesses such as the flu.

By Melinda L. LucasThe board of directors of the Shackelford County Appraisal District approved the 2024 budget on a unanimous vote during a Sept. 14 meeting.The vote came after a public hearing, with no one addressing the board.The $468,469 budget is $25,725 more than last year’s original budget.

By Donnie A. LucasAlbany Junior/Senior High School students recently elected student council officers and representatives, along with a full slate of class officers.

By Donnie A. LucasTwo Albany High School students have received national recognition by the  College Board through its National Rural and Small Town Award.

By Sam WallerThe Moran Lady Bulldogs dropped two road matches last week, one while playing shorthanded, before finally getting to take their home court for the first time this season.On Sept. 19, Moran hosted Rotan in the first event on the new floor recently installed in the gym.

By Sam WallerAlbany students will again participate in the annual See You at the Pole prayer event Wednesday, Sept. 27.At 7:00 a.m., Nancy Smith Elementary students and their parents will be served breakfast at Albany Church of Christ. At 7:30 a.m.

By Sam WallerA wide variety of pumpkins will be available Saturday, Sept. 30 at Bethel Assembly’s The Patch fundraiser at Bank Park.Organizer Christina Daugherty said seven pallets of pumpkins have been ordered.

By Sam WallerFirst Baptist Church of Albany will begin a series of small group Bible studies the week of Oct. 1.The groups are:Sunday night – 6:00-7:00 p.m. (childcare provided)Tuesday night – 6:00-7:30 p.m.Wednesday – noon-1:30 p.m.