By Melinda L. Lucas Shackelford County Hospital District directors spent much of a three and a half hour meeting on Monday, April 22 in closed session to discuss three different personnel concerns, but no details were given or actions taken when the board opened the meeting to the public.

By Sandy Morris Albany High School senior Tana Thompson will advance in two events to the University Interscholastic League state academic meet to be held at Abilene Wylie High School on Saturday, May 1.

By Melinda L. Lucas After meeting in closed session, Albany ISD trustees renewed all teacher contracts except for two at the end of the regular meeting on Monday, April 19.

By Sandy Morris Despite cooler temperatures, sunshine on Saturday morning drew a good crowd for the 14th annual Albany Classic Car Show. Organizer Robert Snyder said the show ended up with 55 entries, which is less than usual, but probably worked well considering the weather.

By Sandy Morris Despite the week of rain and muddy conditions which resulted in a last-minute change of venue, the 2021 Fandangle Sampler was welcomed back by a supportive audience at the Jackson Warehouse on Saturday night.

By Sandy Morris Local FFA and 4-H members are staying active this spring, but already preparing for stock show season.  4-H Horse Clinic The 4-H horse clinic will be held Saturday, April 24 where the focus will be on teaching members the basics of horse polo.

By Sandy Morris When Brittany Berry DVM was still at Texas A&M, Dr. Keelan Lewis came and spoke to one of her third year classes. “I remember thinking I wanted to be like her after I heard her speak to our class,” said Berry.

By Sandy Morris Blanton Belcher was named as the 2021 Top Hand at the Shackelford County Youth and Livestock Association Buyer-Seller Reception hels Saturday, April 10 at the Feed Store.

By Sandy Morris Local residents who are looking for an opportunity to volunteer may want to consider Closet Angels, the local clothing ministry. Organizers of the group are hoping to expand the number of volunteers at the organization in preparation for expected new growth.

By Sandy Morris Representatives of local organizations and boards that award scholarships to Albany High School graduates are asked to collect applications from Ann Riley at the AHS office on Friday, April 16.