By Sam WallerLocal residents may still submit names for the Shackelford County veterans memorial marker.

By Donnie A. LucasFollowing a month-long reprieve from COVID-19 cases, six positive cases have been reported over the last two weeks.County Judge Bob Skelton reported Monday that three positive results were reported to him for the week of May 9-13.

By Sam WallerA community-wide clean-up day, an annual promotion of the Albany Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled for Saturday, June 11.“We need all the help we can get,” Chamber manager Mary Beth said. “Just come on out and help us make Albany look good.

By Melinda L. LucasAlbany High School seniors have a little over one week until they cross the stage and receive their diplomas, and several activities are planned for the soon-to-be graduates between now and Friday, May 27.

By Melinda L. LucasAlbany High School  seniors are on the final countdown to graduation,and their parents and community members are finalizing plans for the traditional Project Graduation party.

By Donnie A. LucasThe Albany bands will end the year with a concert set for Thursday, May 19 in the main gym at the high school beginning at 6:00 p.m.The concert will open with selections by the high school band, followed by the sixth grade and seventh grade bands, both separately and combined.

By Sam WallerFirst Baptist Church of Albany will present Bibles to members of the Albany High School Class of 2022 at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, May 22 in the FBC sanctuary.

By Sam WallerA reception honoring retiring Albany Methodist Church pastor Tim Trimble will be held 2:00-4:00 p.m. Saturday, June 4 at The Feed Store.Trimble is retiring after more than 16 years in the ministry, the last nine in Albany.

By Sam WallerThe youth department of First Baptist Church of Albany will hold a spag­hetti lunch fundraiser following church services on Sunday, May 22, at the Fellowship Hall.FBC youth minister Eduardo San Lucas said there is no set price for the meal. Instead, donations will be accepted.

By Sam WallerCloset Angels and The Local Exchange are expanding hours during the summer.Both ministries will open the second and fourth Saturdays for the next few months. The Local Exchange will open for one hour, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Closet Angels will be open from 10:00 a.m. to noon.