By Donnie A. LucasMixed in with traditional trick or treat youngsters on Sunday evening will be the Albany Jr./Sr. High Student Council members seeking donations to the Albany Chest with their annual Trick-or-Treat For Change Project.

By Donnie A. LucasLocal senior citizens might get the “warm and fuzzies” more easily this winter thanks to a blanket drive organized by a local resident and being facilitated by First Baptist Church.

By Sam WallerNeighbors in Need will soon be known as the Local Exchange as the ministry looks to streamline operations.“For now, the name change is just for Neighbors in Need,” Lori Reames, director of Closet Angels, said. “However, the new phone number we have is also for Closet Angels.

By Donnie A. LucasRunning Man, which has become an Albany tradition, is set for Saturday night, Oct. 30 starting and ending at The Feed Store.

By Sam WallerBig Sexy Smokers claimed titles in three categories, and Lesley Jones won two Saturday at the Albany Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Home of the Hereford Cookoff and Cornhole Tournament at Webb Park.

The Albany News’ 16th annual holiday recipe section will be published in one month, with favorite recipes being solicited from all ages of current and former Albany and Moran chefs and bakers.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lady Lions made the most of a home court advantage last week, clinching the District 6-2A volleyball championship  on Oct. 19 by sweeping Hawley for the second time this season. They then began preparing for the playoffs by beating Hico on Saturday.

By Sam WallerAlbany’s Jonathan Coody finished 60th in a field of 111 runners Monday at the Region II-2A cross country meet at Grand Prairie.Coody, a freshman, covered the course at Lynn Creek Park in 21 minutes, 2.93 seconds.

By Sam WallerAfter a week off, the Albany Lions face their biggest test of the season Friday when the Santo Wildcats visit Robert Nail Memorial Stadium in a showdown for first place in District 8-2A Division II.Kickoff is 7:00 p.m.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Junior High volleyball teams split a pair of matches against Hawley Oct. 18 with the seventh grade Lady Cubs wrapping up their season.The eighth graders played their final match on Tuesday against Strawn. Results will be reported next week.