By Donnie A. LucasAlmost all students needing extra help are now able to attend one of three after-school sessions offered at both Nancy Smith Elementary and the Albany Jr./Sr. High campus.

By Sam WallerTwo Albany students caught calves Saturday at the West Texas Fair and Rodeo calf scramble in Abilene, earning money to put toward the purchase of future agriculture projects.Judson Rogers finished second, earning $950, while Donald McCullough earned $550 with a 10th place finish.

By Sam WallerCloset Angels will reopen for business on Monday, Sept. 20, while Neighbors in Need will be operating on an appointment-only basis for the foreseeable future, according to Closet Angels director Lori Reames.Reames said Closet Angels will be open from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m.

By Sam WallerBethel Assembly wil hold The Patch fall cele­bration on Saturday, Oct. 2 at the Bank Park.The pumpkin market will start at 10:00 a.m. and last until 2:00 p.m. or until the pumpkins sell out.This year’s event will feature a decorated pumpkin parade that will begin at 11:00 a.m.

By Melinda L. LucasSweethearts from both Albany and Moran were presented at the local Lions Club meeting on Thursday, Sept. 9.

By Donnie A. LucasThe Albany Ministerial Alliance will host Fifth Quarter fellowships following the varsity football game of Albany vs. Haskell on Friday, Sept. 17.A major change this year in the traditional event will be hosting the high school and junior high fellowships at separate locations.

By Donnie A. LucasThe 31st annual See You at the Pole is set for Wednesday, Sept. 22 with gatherings at both local campuses.High school and junior high participants will gather at 7:30 a.m. at the high school flag pole for a time of student-led prayer.

By Sam WallerOpen registration for the Albany General Education Development (GED) classes will continue on Monday nights at the Shackelford County Library, according to local instructor Kenzie Fairchild. The program began last week with three students registering, Fairchild said.

By Sam WallerThe 35th annual First Impressions Invitational Pig Sale, which benefits the Shackelford County Youth & Livestock Association, brought in more than $65,000 in sales Sunday, according to Mike Parsons, one of the organizers.“We averaged $707 on 92 head,” Parsons said.

By Sam WallerThe 14th annual John Rose & Jim Law Memorial Albany Kiwanis Charity Golf Touurnament and Fajita Fiesta has been scheduled for Oct. 1 at the Albany Golf Course.The event raises funds for the Albany K Charity Scholarship Fund as well as a number of other local projects.