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

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 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 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 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 Melinda L. LucasApplication forms for Albany Chest funds are now available at both local banks and The Albany News, with a deadline of Friday, Oct. 1.Forms can also be requested by email at news@thealbanynews.net.

By Sam WallerShackelford County 4-H kicked off its new year with an organizational meeting Monday at The Feed Store.Shackelford County extension agent Kelsey Bell said the gathering drew about 80 attendees with 23 4-Hers enrolling in projects.

By Sam WallerThe Albany Chamber of Commerce directors are continuing with preparations to put up fall street decorations, and they are also taking entries for the inaugural Home of the Hereford Cookoff and Cornhole Tournament.Decorations will go up on Saturday, Sept.