By Melinda L. LucasMore than 20 car burglaries have been reported in several Albany neighborhoods, apparently all occurring around midnight on Thursday, Aug.

By Sam WallerA program to introduce the new West Texas Mesonet station near Albany is being organized for Wednesday, Aug. 31, with adult continuing education units available.Shackelford County extension agent Kelsey Bell said plans are still being worked out.

By Melinda L. LucasAlbany High School ag instructor Chris Beard recently earned a 25-year tenure award from the Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas (ATAT) at the annual summer Professional Development Conference.

By Donnie A. LucasThere were several new COVID-19 cases reported last week, based on the tests administered at Albany’s two health clinics.The weekly report by county judge Bob Skelton issued Tuesday reported nine positive test results out of 15 tests given for the period of Aug. 1-5.

By Sam WallerShackelford County 4-Hers will celebrate their achievements from 2021-22 with a county banquet at 6:00 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 14 at the Whitney Theatre.Shackelford County extension agent Kelsey Bell said she received about 110 RSVPs for the event.

By Donnie A. LucasMembers of the Ragin’ Red Band will host a Meet the Band performance on Monday, Aug. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the football stadium to showcase what they have learned during summer band practices, according to director William Vaughan.

By Donnie A. LucasMeet the Teacher sessions will be held at both Nancy Smith Elementary School and the junior/senior high campus on Monday, Aug. 15.Students entering K-3 will be able to find out their teachers for the coming school year from 5:00 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.

By Donnie A. LucasThere are several positions open for students who qualify for either the Head Start Program or the Pre-K Program at Nancy Smith Elelmentary.Parents who are interested in having a child participate in either program should contact the school to determine if they qualify.

By Sam WallerThe Moran Lady Bulldogs volleyball team hit the court Saturday, Aug. 6 for a scrimmage at Munday.The Lady Bulldogs opened the season Tuesday, Aug. 9 at Rotan and will wrap up the first week of matches Thursday, Aug. 11 at the Benjamin tournament.

By Sam WallerThe Moran Bulldogs football team joined other teams across the state in donning pads as the second week of preseason practice got under way.The Bulldogs will get their first outing Thursday, Aug. 11 (tonight) in a scrimmage at Trent.