By Sam WallerThe 15th annual John Rose and Jim Law Memorial Albany Kiwanis Charity Golf Tournament and Fajita Fiesta is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 14, at Albany Golf Course.The event benefits the Albany K Charity Scholarship Fund.

By Melinda L. LucasApplication forms for Albany Chest funds are now available at both local banks and The Albany News, with a deadline of Friday, Sept. 30.Forms can also be requested by email at news@thealbanynews.net.

By Donnie A. LucasVolunteers are needed to decorate the downtown area for the fall season on Saturday, Oct. 1.Anyone wishing to help set up decorations should meet at the Chamber of Commerce office in the depot at 9:00 a.m., according to Chamber manager Mary Beth Jones.

By Sam WallerThe Moran Bulldogs football team took a 56-8 loss Friday, Sept. 9 at Aspermont, but coach John Hughes said the team showed improvement.The Bulldogs (0-3) return home Friday, Sept. 16 to host Mullin for homecoming. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

The Albany Volunteer Fire Department recently received a grant to purchase a “slip-on unit” that has been installed on a surplus military truck.The $15,800 grant was made possible through the Rural Volunteer Fire Department Assistance Program.

By Sam WallerProbably the best thing about Albany’s 27-13 victory at Seymour last week was the Lions had 11 healthy players on the field at the end.A depleted Albany squad returns home after two games on the road to host Hawley at 7:00 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16 at Robert Nail Memorial Stadium.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lady Lions volleyball team enjoyed a 2-0 week last week, beating Benjamin and Tolar, as preparations for district intensified.The Lady Lions (13-7) began their last full week of nondistrict play Tuesday, Sept. 13, with a hard-fought win, 25-23, 28-26, 27-29, 25-15, at Snyder.

By Sam WallerAlbany’s Xi Chi Pi Sorority will hold its third annual scholarship golf scramble Saturday, Oct. 1, at Albany Golf Course.Organizer Lauren Peacock said the event raises funds for scholarships for Albany High School graduates.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Junior High Cubs football teams split their games against Seymour on Thursday, Sept. 8, with the seventh grade winning 24-0 and the eighth grade losing 14-6.The Cubs make their first road trip of the season on Thursday, Sept. 15 (today) when they visit Hawley.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lions and Lady Lions cross country runners made their second outing of the season Tuesday, Sept. 6 at Eula.The runners returned to competition Wednesday, Sept. 14 at Hawley. Results will be reported next week.