Emergency siren to sound Feb. 10
The City of Albany will test the emergency warning siren at 12:00 noon next Wednesday, Feb. 10, as it does the second Wednesday of every month, depending on the weather.
Next blood drive scheduled Feb. 11
By Melinda L. Lucas
A blood drive is scheduled to take place in Albany next Thursday afternoon, Feb. 11.
Hendrick Regional Blood Center (formerly Meek Blood Center) will park its bloodmobile at First Baptist Church at the usual time from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.
Fundraiser to benefit Kristi Brooker
By Sandy Morris
Closet Angels will be hosting a fundraiser to benefit Kristi Brooker from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 8.
OJAC subscription boxes available
By Sandy Morris
Many people are limiting their outings and social activities and looking for new ways to have fun and spend quality time together at home.
4-H’ers continue to learn about horses
By Sandy Morris
Local 4-H members participated in a special farrier program on Thursday, Jan. 28, according to Shackelford County Extension Agent and 4-H sponsor Kloey Painter.
Local county commissioner Lanham Martin presented the program to about 20 4-H members.
Handful of flu cases seen in local patients
By Sandy Morris
The month of February is typically the peak month for flu season, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website.
A quick search of the Texas Department of State Health Services reports that the flu season began on Sept.
Chamber to elect directors
By Sandy Morris
The Albany Chamber of Commerce’s annual membership meeting is scheduled for Friday, Feb. 5 immediately after the 12:00 noon luncheon at The Beehive.
Showing a Little Love
By Sandy Morris
February is member appreciation month at the Old Jail Art Center, and there are some special opportunities available to OJAC members.
Vaccines arrive at local clinic
By Melinda L. Lucas
& Sandy Morris
An Albany clinic started administering the Moderna vaccine Wednesday, and with at least 200 more doses expected in the next week, ResourceCare staff members hope to work their way down the list of those who want the vaccine.
Local filing period ends Feb. 12
By Sandy Morris
Next week ends the filing period for local board elections, and as of press time on Tuesday, a total of nine candidates had turned in their paperwork for various positions that will be decided on May 1.
