By Donnie A. LucasThe Albany Jr./Sr. High Student Council was busy collecting money for a community-wide cause on Sunday, and members are also planning a blood drive for next Wednesday, Nov. 10 at the high school.

By Donnie A. LucasThe Ragin’ Red Band traveled to Amarillo Saturday to compete in what is thought to be the first time in school history at the UIL Area Marching Contest.While the band did not make the finals of the top 10 bands, the experience is considered very important.

By Sam WallerAlbany Junior High School students will perform a production of “The Trial of Goldilocks” on Tuesday, Nov. 16 for the public in advance of their presentation at UIL contest.

By Sam WallerRussell Scott has just finished his first month as minister at Albany Church of Christ after nearly four decades in Kansas.Scott and his wife of 35 years, Colleen, come to Albany after 31 years with the Church of Christ in Mullinville, Kansas, near Dodge City.

By Sam WallerMembers of Matthews Memorial Presbyrerian Church resume one of Albany’s longest-running events with their annual bazaar after a one-year hiatus.

By Donnie A. LucasA large crowd was on hand Saturday at Nancy Smith Elementary for the annual Fall Fest, with organizers calling the event a big success.

By Donnie LucasThe number of positive COVID-19 cases fell last week to the lowest number in weeks, with only five new cases reported.A total of 19 tests were administered during the period of Oct. 25-29 at the three local testing locations.

By Sam WallerMoran Independent School District invites the public to a Veterans Day program on Thursday, Nov. 11.The program will begin at 11:30 a.m. at the Moran High School gymnasium.A hamburger luncheon will follow the Veterans Day presentation.To RSVP, call the Moran ISD office at 325-945-3101.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lions expected their toughest test of the season from the Santo Wildcats.They got it and passed with flying colors.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lady Lions wrapped up the regular season and began preparing for the playoffs with a pair of warmup matches over the past week.The Lady Lions (30-5)had a bye through bi-district and will open postseason play in the area round against Colorado City at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, Nov.