By Melinda L. LucasPick-up dates for the July distribution of the commodity food program  provided by Shackelford County are July 7-8.Certified eligible families in Moran should pick up their monthly commodity food at the Moran City Hall between 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 7.

Albany News readers and advertisers are reminded that no newspaper will be published, either in print or online, during the week of July 4.“We will not have a July 7 issue,” said News editor Melinda Lucas.

By Melinda L. LucasWith a county-wide burn ban in place and the addition of a resolution restricting the sale and use of “bottle rockets,” local emergency responders say any holiday cele­brations involving fireworks need to include safety and common sense.

By Melinda L. LucasAlbany water customers should receive a “2021 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report” in the next few days showing that locally treated water meets or exceeds all federal drinking water requirements.

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By Donnie A. LucasA variety of pets were marched around at the Bank Park Saturday during the annual Fandangle Pet Parade.Winners were named in four categories, with each receiving $25 in Albany Bucks to be spent at local participating stores.“We had a good turnout,” coordinator Lacy Cook said.

By Sam WallerShackelford County 4-H is offering three days of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) camps in July, with a recent decision to lower the age requirement.Camps for incoming third through sixth graders are scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

By Sam WallerThe Shackelford County Library children’s story hour will extend into July, but in a slightly different format, according to organizer Janna Ledbetter.Future sessions are scheduled for 10:30 a.m.

By Donnie A. LucasA group of 14 Albany students and sponsors left Monday to travel to San Diego to compete in the FCCLA National Leadership Conference.The 12 students will attend the conference through Friday to either compete or present projects.

By Sam WallerThe Community Vacation Bible School will be held Sunday, July 24, through Wednesday, July 27, with programs for two age groups and workers from several local churches helping with classes.