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NSES competes in UIL contests
A number of Albany Junior HighandNancySmith Elementary students are competing in a variety of UIL Academic events next week in Anson. Oral Reading for grade school was held Nov.
Beard tops Turkey Teacher race
Christmas benefit Longtime ag teacher Chris Beard took a commanding lead on the final day of the fourth annual “Turkey Teacher” fundraiser last week, earning the right to dress up in a turkey costume on Friday prior to students being dismissed for the Thanksgiving holidays. A total of $308 in donations was raised through the event, benefiting local children and the elderly in need, according to FCCLA sponsorJenniferMarshall.
Classes resume Monday
Albany students and staff members will return to the classroom on Monday, Dec. 2 after taking a full week of vacation for theThanksgivingholiday.
News to transition to all-digital
Starting Dec. 1, The Albany News will implement an all-digital invoicing system for advertising clients.
Toys for Tots meal set Saturday
Those attending Albany’s Chamber of Commerce Lighted Christmas Parade on Saturday, Nov. 30 can skip turkey leftovers for one meal and support a worthy cause at the same time.
Fire dept. MOU approved
Anagreementthathas been months in the making was finally approved for filing at Monday morning’s meeting of the Shackelford County commissioners, after a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) was drafted encompassing all county-based fire departments, as well as fromadjoiningcounties.
Wreaths to be placed Dec. 14
Shackelford County’s veteranswillbecommemorated for their service and sacrifice Saturday, Dec. 14, withtheNationalWreaths Across America Day.
Post office busy with rush
With the holiday season in full swing, the Albany Post Office is prepared to meet the demands of its busiest time of year. To ensure holiday packages and cards arrive on time, the U.S.
Conflicts aired at hospital meeting
Complaints, challenges, and concerns were all unpacked by some members of the board, staff and guests during a twohour meetingoftheShackelford County Hospital District’s board of directors, when there seemed to be no holding back on all sides. Severalpeoplereadprepared statements on different issues, while others reacted to or objected to comments made in regard to agenda items.
