2 new exhibits to be featured at Old Jail
Members of the Old Jail Art Center will get an up-close look at two new exhibits during a reception on Saturday, Sept. 21, with the galleries open to the public during regular museum hours.
Trustees review audit, integrity rating
The Albany school board reviewed the audit report for the year ending in August and were notified of the district’s A rating from TEA’s financial integrity system during the monthly meeting held Monday, Sept. 16.
City adopts NNR rate
Albany city council members voted during their monthly meeting on Monday, Sept. 16 to adopt the tax rate that had been proposed on Aug.
SCAD board okays budget
With no one from the public present to speak at eitheroftworequiredpublic hearings, the board of directors for the Shackelford County Appraisal District (SCAD) approved the 2025 budget and the the 20252026 Reappraisal Plan on unanimous votes during a Sept. 13 meeting.
Chest applications due by Sept. 27
Albany Chest applications are due by Friday, Sept. 27 in order to be considered for 2025 funding.
Jeff Neal to speak to local students
For the past two years, The Open Door has presented its “Go for the Gold” program to students at Albany Junior/Senior High. This year, The Open Door has received a grant that allows for bringing in speakers from Sports World to address students from Albany and the surrounding area.
Moran gets ready for homecoming
Moran homecoming activities are underway with students and faculty preparing for a big week. The homecoming game against Rotan has been movedto7:30p.m.Thursday, Sept.
Ribbon Cutting
Members of the Albany Chamber of Commerce gather with owners and staff at Big Country Outpost for a ceremonial ribbon cutting on the opening weekend of the 2024 hunting season. The expanded hunting store includes everything from apparel and snacks to firearms and deer blinds, including the existing Buck Stop brand that was already on site.
The circus is coming to town!
“The circus is coming to town!” According to Lions Club member Janna Ledbetter there, will be two performances of the Culpepper & Merriweather Circus on Tuesday, Oct. 1, one at 5:00 p.m.
Students to gather for SYATP
Albany students will again participate in the annual See You at the Pole prayer event Wednesday, Sept. 25.
