The hit PBS travel series The Daytripper will shine a spotlight on Albany in an upcoming episode set to premiere in mid-October. The episode will first air on PBS Austin on Thursday, Oct. 16, and on all other Texas PBS stations on Saturday, Oct. 18.

The Old Jail Art Center will open its fall season of exhibitions this Saturday, September 27, with a public celebration for members and guests from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Seniors Mimi Ivy and Cade Fairchild were crowned Albany High School’s 2025 Homecoming Queen and King during halftime ceremonies at the Albany vs. Coahoma football game Friday night, Sept. 19, at Robert Nail Memorial Stadium.

By Melinda L. LucasEight new public information requests submitted at Albany City Hall by Tammy Fogle of Abilene  on Monday, Sept. 22, have extended the ongoing debate over the “Sanctuary City for the Unborn” ordinance in Albany. A Sanctuary City ordinance failed at the Aug.

Fort Griffin will come alive with frontier sights and sounds during Living History Days, set for October 10–11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Fort Griffin State Historic Site north of Albany.

The Albany Mainstreet Playhouse has announced its 2025–2026 performance season, featuring a diverse lineup of productions that promise both entertainment and community engagement.

The Patch, hosted by Bethel Albany, returns for its eighth year this Saturday, Sept. 27, bringing fall fun to Clear Fork Bank Park for the entire community. This year’s event also coincides with Bethel Albany’s 10th anniversary, adding an extra layer of celebration to the day.

Albany High School will celebrate Homecoming 2025 on Friday, Sept. 19, with traditional festivities that include a downtown parade and the presentation of royalty during halftime of the football game against Coahoma. Kickoff is scheduled for 7 p.m. at Robert Nail Memorial Stadium.

By Melinda L. LucasAlbany City Council members heard from one local citizen related to the ongoing controversy over the proposed “Sanctuary City for the Unborn” ordinance during their regular meeting Monday, Sept.

The Albany ISD Board of Trustees received a detailed preliminary audit report during its regular meeting Monday, Sept. 15, presented by Cameron L. Gulley of Eastland.