By Sam WallerWhen classes resume on Monday following spring break, Moran ISD will have nine weeks of class remaining until the end of the school year. However, there will be minor changes to the schedule, superintendent Dr. John Denson said.

By Sam WallerMoran’s Tyler Waddell and Connor Hail took third place in boys doubles Tuesday, March 7 at the Santa Anna tournament played at Early High School.“This was our first tournament of the season,” coach Jo Hise said. “I’m very proud of how everyone played.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Softball Association will begin its season next week with 57 girls on five teams in three age groups.Games begin Monday, March 20, with the season concluding in mid-May for teams that enter district tournaments in Abilene.

Nadine Vandivere Pilcher, 86, of San Angelo, formerly of De Leon, passed from this world to be with Jesus, March 4, 2023, in Brownwood, Texas.  She was born Sept. 6, 1936, in Anson, Texas to Ernest and Tressie Vandivere. She married William Jack Pilcher on Dec. 4, 1954, in Rising Star, Texas.

Elva Sanders, age 83 of Albany, passed away Sunday, March 12, 2023. Graveside funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 18 at the Albany Cemetery with Bob Skelton officiating. Interment will follow under the direction of Morehart Mortuary. Visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m.

Sharon Osborne Matthews passed away peacefully on March 8, 2023, at the age of 84, in Abilene, Texas. Sharon was born in San Angelo, Texas, the only child of G.C. and Iris Dell Osborne Jr.

By Melinda L. LucasFamilies are invited to celebrate the beginning of spring break and a traditional holiday from India this Saturday, March 11.

By Melinda L. LucasJust in time for spring sports and other warm weather outdoor activities, Daylight Saving Time (DST) returns this Sunday, March 12, at 2:00 a.m.

By Melinda L. LucasThe Albany Volunteer Fire Department recently  upgraded its “jaws of life” super powers with new equipment provided by donated funds.“We’ve taken delivery of a new set of cordless extrication tools,” said AVFD captain Joel Viertel.

By Donnie A. LucasWith two rehearsals now under their belts, the cast and crew of the Fort Griffin Fandangle will take a week off for spring break before resuming practices for the Membership Sampler slated for April 15 at Reynolds Bend on the Matthews family’s historic Lambshead Ranch.