The Fort Griffin Fandangle opened its 88th season with strong crowds over the weekend, drawing more than 1,500 people to the Prairie Theater for the first two performances of the 2026 production.Friday night’s opening performance attracted a large audience, while Saturday night’s show was nearly...

The Fort Griffin Fandangle will open its 88th season Friday night at the Prairie Theater, beginning two weekends of performances that annually draw thousands of visitors to Albany.The first performances of the 2026 production are scheduled for Friday and Saturday, June 19-20, with the final two...

If you’ve spent any time on Facebook lately, chances are you’ve seen one of Jacob Cleveland’s bee removal videos.Over the past several weeks, the Albany pest control owner has posted photos and videos showing massive honeycombs hidden under pool decks, inside chimneys and beneath roofs.

By Kelsey BellShackelford CountyExtension AgentThose of us that work in agriculture and wildlife industries have been watching the Northern advancement of the New World Screwworm since 2023. Unfortunately, it’s now getting way too close for us to be comfortable.

On Saturday night, a sold-out crowd packed Billy Bob’s Texas to watch one of the fastest-rising bands in the country take the stage.Among them was Albany High School graduate Ty Anderson.For many Texas musicians, performing at Billy Bob’s is a career milestone.

What started as a weekend road trip to Branson, Missouri, ended in victory for Team Grease Worms.The Albany-based team of Robert Snyder, Craig Winters, Matt Birkla and Blake Estridge returned from the 2026 Buffalo Run Adventure Challenge after raising $270,665 for Camp Able, earning top fundraising...

With opening night now just a week away, preparations for the 88th annual Fort Griffin Fandangle are entering the final stretch as organizers finalize schedules and continue encouraging participation in the annual parade.This year’s performances are scheduled for June 19-20 and June 26-27 at the...

The Shackelford County Library’s summer Story Hour continues with upcoming Tuesday programs featuring live animals from the Abilene Zoo and hands-on crafts led by the Old Jail Art Center, as the weekly series moves through the remainder of June.This week’s Story Hour session on June 9 included a...

Four Albany men will hit the road today as Team Grease Worms begins another journey in support of Camp Able during the 2026 Buffalo Run Adventure Challenge.Returning team members Robert Snyder, Craig Winters and Matt Birkla are adding a fourth member this year, Blake Estridge, as they join dozens...

Tickets are selling steadily for the 88th annual Fort Griffin Fandangle as rehearsals continue ahead of opening night later this month.This year’s performances are scheduled for June 19-20 and June 26-27 at the Prairie Theater.