A bold new beacon now lights up Highway 6 in Albany, as the Goodnight Steakhouse & Saloon unveiled a striking LED neon sign that has instantly become a local landmark.
The project began with the creative mind of owner Jason Harlow, who envisioned a sign that would reflect both Texas heritage and roadside appeal.
A major new housing development in Albany is beginning to take shape, though progress has slowed due to state permitting delays and water runoff concerns. Once completed, the project will feature 53 residential lots, multiple commercial tracts, and full access to city water and sewer services. The development is located just inside the city limits along Highway 6 and is owned by the Albany Economic Development Corporation.
The Shackelford County Commissioners Court met Monday, July 28, to handle a range of routine items and hear a detailed presentation on the county’s floodplain management obligations under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
Floodplain discussion
With the return of August comes the return of football in Albany, as the Lions are set to begin their first official practice Monday morning, August 4. Head Coach Denney Faith said the team expects close to 50 players this season, slightly above average for recent years, with a varsity squad projected to number between 25 and 30.
The Lions will have experience on their side, returning seven offensive and nine defensive starters from last year’s squad. But many key positions, including quarterback, remain unsettled heading into the first week of practice.
