By Sam WallerA new event for the Shackelford County Youth and Livestock Show is officially underway following initial weigh-in for commercial steers.Shackelford County extension agent Kelsey Bell said five entries of two steers were weighed and registered on Sunday, Sept. 25 at the Nail Ranch.

By Sam WallerFour Albany FFA members exhibited animals this week at the State Fair of Texas in Dallas.Kenzie Neve placed third with her steer in All Other Crosses.

By Donnie A. Lucas In preparation for the UIL marching contest on Oct. 17, the AHS band competed in the Big Country Marching Festival last Saturday, earning a Division I rating. The event was held at Wylie High School in Abilene, with the band marching at 2:30 p.m.

By Donnie A. LucasMembers of the National Honor Society elected officers last week and discussed upcoming projects for the school year.Presley Green was elected as president of the group, while Ashley Richards was named vice president.

By Sam WallerFirst Baptist Church will serve its annual Chili Supper Friday, Oct. 14 before the AlbanyLions’ homecoming football game against Cross Plains.Serving will begin at 5:30 p.m. at Fellowship Hall following the homecoming parade.There is no set price, but donations will be accepted.

By Sam WallerThe congregation of Albany Methodist Church has voted to pursue affiliation with the Global Methodist Church.Lance Thomas, president of Albany Methodist’s board of trustees, said the motion passed unanimously in a vote taken following services Sunday, Oct. 9.

By Sam WallerFirst Christian Church of Albany will celebrate Children’s Sabbath during 11:00 a.m. services on Sunday, Oct. 16.Children’s Sabbath is an international, nondenominational event focused on the plight of children in this world, according to pastor Brad McBee.

By Sam WallerNearly 600 schoolchildren attended the School Day portion of Living History Days on Friday, Oct. 7, at Fort Griffin State Historic Site, down slightly from a year ago.

By Sam WallerTwo director positions will be voted on Saturday, Oct. 15, when the Albany Golf Club holds its annual business meeting at Albany Golf Course.The meeting starts at noon with positions currently held by club president Randy Walker and James Waters being decided.

By Sam WallerGolf fans can watch competition and get a meal Friday, Oct. 14 at the 15th annual John Rose and Jim Law Memorial Albany Kiwanis Charity Golf Tournament and Fajita Fiesta at Albany Golf Course.The event benefits the club’s scholarship fund.