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 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.

By Donnie A. LucasBoth high school and junior high students will meet together for the fifth quarter fellowship after the Albany vs. Olney homecoming game Friday night.The event will be hosted at the Feed Store and co-sponsored by First Christian Church. Food and beverages will be served.

By Donnie A. LucasThe Ragin’ Red Band debuted new uniforms last Friday during halftime of the Albany vs. Anson game in preparation for upcoming marching contests.The band will compete on Saturday, Oct. 2 at the Big Country Marching Contest at Wylie High School in Abilene.

Albany High School senior Luke Ivy, son of Paul and Ginny Ivy, has been named a Commended Student in the 2022 National Merit Scholarship Program, according to an announcement made last Thursday.

By Donnie A. LucasThe first Staff Member and Student of the Six Weeks  for the 2021-2022 school year were named at the secondary campus earlier this week.

By Melinda L. LucasPick-up dates for the October distribution of the commodity food program will be Thursday, Oct. 7 and Friday, Oct. 8.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Lions Club is taking part in a project to provide ramps for homes of disabled residents.Janna Ledbetter, Lions Club secretary/treasurer, is coordinating the effort locally.“We’re partnering with the Kiwanis Club out of Abilene,” Ledbetter said. “TexasRamps.

Plans for the 2021 Fall Festival will be discussed at 3:30 p.m. today at a meeting at Nancy Smith Elementary School.Members of the Albany Parent Teacher Organization encourage parents and students of all grade levels to attend.

By Donnie A. LucasThe annual membership meeting of the Fort Griffin Fandangle Association is set for Tuesday, Oct. 12 beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Albany Visitors Center (Depot).