Patsy Cline plays to full theater

Always...Patsy Cline was presented to an enthusiastic sell-out audience on the evening of Saturday, Aug. 18 to complete not only a four-show run in the Aztec Theater this summer, but also a 74 performance run over the last 13 years.

“We started in 2005, and I think this was our last performance,” said Randall Palmore, who played steel guitar/guitar in the Bodacious Bobcat Band.  

Lorna Ayers was Patsy Cline and Pam Davis portrayed Louise Seger. 

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Bus safety, traffic issues addressed

The school year is underway and with it comes a daily commute by hundreds of children to and from the local campuses by school bus, car, bicycle, and on foot.

Drivers should be aware of the increased risk of injury or death to the community’s most precious resources that result from speeding or distracted driving, especially when combined with students who may forget to watch for oncoming traffic.

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Weekly lunches get underway

The Feed Store served the first junior/senior Tuesday lunch of the new school year this Tuesday, Aug. 21, and the non-denominational youth ministry executive director Tisha Wilkins is hoping to add a few more names to the list of volunteers.

“Most of the churches that have been involved are repeating, and some have signed up for more turns,” Wilkins said. “But we still have some open spots, and I can work out scheduling options with individuals or groups that are willing to volunteer for the Tuesday lunches.”

Edna Teinert

Edna Teinert

Jan. 16, 1911 – Aug. 19, 2018

Memorial Services for Edna Mickan Teinert, 107, and the oldest resident of Copperas Cove and perhaps the oldest in Coryell County, will be held on Saturday, Aug. 25, 2018, at 1:30 p.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church, 518 E. Business 190, Copperas Cove, TX. Private burial will be held before the service at the Copperas Cove City Cemetery. The family will greet friends on Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018, from 5:00 to 7:00 at Scott’s Funeral Home, 1614 South FM 116 in Copperas Cove. 

Local churches host BTS events

Local students have several Christian peer groups they can chose between for Bible study, fellowship, and fun during the upcoming school year.

The Feed Store

Tuesday, Aug. 20, The Feed Store served a noon time meal to high school junior and seniors, and they plan to serve lunch every Tuesday throughout the school year with the help of volunteer cooks. 

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Albany Chest directors to meet Sept. 5

Board members of the Albany Chest will meet to organize the 2018 fundraising drive, nominate and elect new directors, and elect officers for the coming year during a 5:00 p.m. meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 5 at The Feed Store.

According to board secretary Tisha Wilkins, four of the current directors will be completing their current term, and positions held by Mindy Skelton, Sara Wilson, Wilkins, and Amy Kelly will be up for election this year. Wilson was elected in 2017 to complete the unexpired term that ends this year, replacing Grant Zeller after he moved out of town. 

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Movie series to feature stunt man

The Alamo will be shown at the Aztec Theater this Saturday, Aug. 25, and as a special treat the Aztec board has waved the price of admission and has invited two special guests to the showing of the historic war film that was directed, produced, and starred in by John Wayne.

The theater will open at 6:00 p.m. and free water and popcorn will be available.

The guest of honor will be Stephens County resident Dean Smith, who was a stunt man in the movie, and also played a small role. 

Lions outscore Coleman in first scrimmage

Coach Denney Faith liked a lot of what he saw during the first scrimmage of the season last Friday against Coleman – he just wanted to see a little more of it.

The varsity portion of the practice game was cut short due to a weather delay, keeping the Lions from getting in their last offensive set.

The Lions will be on the road on Thursday (today) for a 6:00 p.m. start for the JV in Anson, with the varsity starting immediately following.

Lady Lions look for winning formula

The Lady Lions dropped two volleyball matches last week as they continue to seek the right formula for a winning season.

Albany hosted Jim Ned on Tuesday, Aug. 14 in a rematch from a week earlier and was on the road to Aspermont last Wednesday.

Albany also traveled to Eastland on Tuesday, suffering a loss to the 3A Lady Mavs, 12-25, 13-25, 7-25.

The varsity is scheduled to play at the Dublin tournament starting Thursday (today) with pool games at 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m. Results of those games will determine when they enter bracket play on Saturday.

Few spots open for tournament

Only a limited number of spots are still available in the Albany Golf Club’s annual Labor Day tournament on, Saturday, Sept. 1 and Sunday, Sept. 2 at the local course. 

“Sign-ups are going really well, and we only have three spots that are still available for the 8:30 a.m. tee time on Saturday morning, and three spots left for 1:30 p.m. on Saturday afternoon,” said organizer James Waters. 

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