By Donnie A. LucasAlbany band students ended the school year last Thursday with a concert showcasing each band both separately and combined.The Sixth Grade Band performed first at the high school auditorium, followed by the Fifth Grade band.

By Melinda L. LucasTwo Albany High School students competed last week in the UIL Academic Meet at the University of Texas in Austin.Junior Sidney Russell and sophomore Avery Everitt both competed in the feature writing event on Wednesday, May 17.The top 12 Class 2A students in Texas advanced to the...

By Sam WallerChildren’s summer programs at First Baptist Church of Albany get into full swing Wednesday, June 7.Children’s minister Ginger Bumguardner said there are still a few openings for the Summer SONshine program, while the community children’s choir is seeking more participants.The Summer...

By Sam WallerAfter months of planning and fundraising, members of the Albany High School Class of 2023 will enjoy the fruits of their Labors Friday, May 26 with the annual Project Graduation party.The final touches are being applied this week by parents and community members in charge of the event.

By Sam WallerShackelford County 4-Hwrapped up its year Sunday, May 21, with officer elections at its final meeting at The Feed Store.Officers will begin their duties when the 2023-24 school year begins.“All the candidates gave speeches,” Shackelford County extension agent Kelsey Bell said.

By Donnie A. LucasTwo celebrity judges will be coming to Albany on Saturday, June 17 to the annual Fandangle Parade, as well as staying for the performance of the local production afterwards.Texas icon Red Steagall, an American actor, musician, poet, and stage performer who focuses on American...

By Sam WallerPreregistration is under way for the Albany Community Vacation Bible School, which is scheduled for July 30-Aug. 1.Organizer Betsy Spraberry urged parents to sign up their children early in hopes of having ample time to plan for the event.Spraberry said a flyer has been prepared with a...

By Melinda L. LucasDespite a last-minute change of presenters, First Baptist Church of Albany was able to host its annual Bible presentation for the Albany senior class.The event and the traditional Coke float party was held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday with almost all graduating seniors and family members...

By Melinda L. LucasThe annual Splash Day at the Albany city pool is scheduled for Thursday, June 1.The facility will be open free of charge to the general public from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. to start the beginning of the summer.Meg Walser is managing the pool this year.

By Melinda L. LucasThe Albany Dance Theater Company will present its 73rd Annual Recital on Saturday, June 3.The free performance will begin at 7:00 p.m. and will be held at the Albany High School auditorium.There are eight featured seniors in this year’s recital, including Presley Green, Leddie...