By Sam WallerFootball fans can warm up for Friday’s homecoming game at First Baptist Church’s Chili Supper.Serving will begin at 5:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.“As soon as the parade’s over, we’ll have chili, beans, cornbread, crackers, desserts, and Fritos,” Brandi Balliew said.

First Christian Church will celebrate a Blessing of the Animals service on Saturday, Oct. 2 at 10:00 a.m. at the church. “Everyone is welcome to bring their furry friends or a photo for a word of blessing at this short and meaningful service,” said pastor Brad McBee.Because St.

By Sam WallerAlbany’s Sue Breeden brought home a blue ribbon from the West Texas Fair and Rodeo for the third year in a row, winning Class 6 of the Pinterest Division with her artwork “Apache Peace.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lions maintained their momentum last Friday, defeating the Anson Tigers 48-2 at Robert Nail Memorial Stadium.The Lions get one last tuneup before the start of District 8-2A Division II play when they host the Olney Cubs at 7:00 p.m. this Friday for homecoming.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lady Lions found themselves in an unusual situation Saturday, having to come from behind to defeat Strawn in District 6-2A volleyball action at Strawn.The Lady Lions rallied to defeat the Lady Greyhounds in four sets to improve to 22-3 overall.

By Sam WallerThe 14th annual John Rose & Jim Law Memorial Albany Kiwanis Charity Golf Tournament and Fajita Fiesta has been postponed until Friday,  Oct. 15.

By Sam WallerAshton Bailey returned the opening kickoff for a touchdown, and the Albany Lions junior varsity football team rolled to a 41-0 victory last Thursday at Anson.Bailey finished with three touchdowns, and Cason Fairchild scored two, while Albany (5-0) forced five turnovers.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Junior High Lady Cubs’ volleyball team had their busiest day of the season Saturday as each played three matches at the Hawley tournament.On Tuesday, the seventh grade played at Woodson and the eighth grade played at Ranger.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Junior High Cubs split their games at Anson last Thursday with the eighth grade winning 20-8, while the seventh grade suffered its first loss 16-8.Both teams return to action Thursday (today) at Olney. The seventh grade will play at 4:00 p.m.

By Sam WallerJonathan Coody finished 11th in the varsity boys race at the Hamlin Cross Country Meet on Sept. 22 to lead Albany’s contingent.Six runners competed for Albany, including three in the junior high girls race.The meet was Albany’s first since running Sept. 8 at Eula.