By Donnie A. LucasFour new COVID-19 cases were reported last week, as the number of local cases rose slightly but continues to remain low based on information provided by Albany’s two health clinics.

The News will be printing Santa letters and holiday essays in the Christmas issue to be published on Thursday, Dec. 22.Students at Albany and Moran schools will be writing letters at school, which will be submitted to the News office by their teachers.

By Sam WallerEvery member of the Moran Lady Bulldogs earned a spot on the All-District 14-1A volleyball team.Moran made program history this season, winning the school’s first bi-district championship in volleyball.

By Sam WallerMoran ISD will be on Thanksgiving break all next week.The break begins with the end of classes on Thursday, Nov. 17. Classes will resume Monday, Nov. 28.Moran held its annual Thanksgiving meal Wednesday, Nov. 16, with parents invited to have lunch with their students.

By Sam WallerSix players from the Moran Bulldogs earned spots on the All-District 14-1A Division II football team, including four at multiple positions.

By Sam WallerThe Moran Lady Bulldogs opened their basketball season Saturday, Nov. 12 with a 65-8 loss at Alvord.The Lady Bulldogs returned to action Tuesday, Nov. 15 at home against Blanket. Results will be reported next week.On Friday, Nov.

 June 16, 1936 – Nov. 9, 2022Coach Ken Patterson, age 86, was freed from everything that hinders on Wednesday morning, Nov. 9, 2022, having run the race with perseverance and having fixed his eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of faith.

Members of the Moran meat judging team stay focused during their first contest of the year. They finished fourth in the team standings, with an individual in the top 10.

By Donnie A. LucasAll Shackelford County veterans and their guests are invited to join local students for a Veterans Day celebration on Friday, Nov. 11 at the Nancy Smith Elementary cafeteria.The program will start at 9:00 a.m.

By Melinda L. LucasIn Albany, mention of the “Bazaar” means the holidays are almost here, and this weekend, members of the Matthews Memorial Presbyterian Church will once again host the annual event.