By Melinda L. LucasThe regular Chamber of Commerce noon luncheon this Friday has been cancelled, with members and others encouraged to support the Albany Kiwanis Club fajita lunch at noon that day.

By Donnie A. LucasThe call has gone out for volunteers of all types to assist with the annual Fall Fest at Nancy Smith Elementary sponsored by the Albany PTO.The event is scheduled for Saturday, Oct.

By Melinda L. LucasUpdating the five-year plan for capital improvements, reviewing current finances, and discussing the waste contract were the primary topics on the agenda of an Albany city council meeting held Monday evening, Oct. 10.After reaching the fiscal year mid-point Sept.

By Melinda L. LucasShackelford County commissioners discussed how to distribute $27,422 in Capital Credits recently awarded to the county, but tabled the issue with the intention of making a decision at the next meeting.

By Sam WallerA new event for the Shackelford County Youth and Livestock Show is officially underway following initial weigh-in for commercial steers.Shackelford County extension agent Kelsey Bell said five entries of two steers were weighed and registered on Sunday, Sept. 25 at the Nail Ranch.

By Sam WallerFour Albany FFA members exhibited animals this week at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas.Kenzie Neve placed third with her steer in All Other Crosses.

By Donnie A. Lucas In preparation for the UIL marching contest on Oct. 17, the AHS band competed in the Big Country Marching Festival last Saturday, earning a Division I rating. The event was held at Wylie High School in Abilene, with the band marching at 2:30 p.m.

By Donnie A. LucasMembers of the National Honor Society elected officers last week and discussed upcoming projects for the school year.Presley Green was elected as president of the group, while Ashley Richards was named vice president.

By Sam WallerFirst Baptist Church will serve its annual Chili Supper Friday, Oct. 14 before the AlbanyLions’ homecoming football game against Cross Plains.Serving will begin at 5:30 p.m. at Fellowship Hall following the homecoming parade.There is no set price, but donations will be accepted.

By Sam WallerThe congregation of Albany Methodist Church has voted to pursue affiliation with the Global Methodist Church.Lance Thomas, president of Albany Methodist’s board of trustees, said the motion passed unanimously in a vote taken following services Sunday, Oct. 9.