A blood drive is scheduled to take place in Albany next Thursday, Dec. 5.

The PTO decided last year to bring back the annual Christmas Parade of Homes as a fun and festive event during the holiday season, as well as a great fundraising opportunity to support its initiative to provide school supplies for all students. After last year’s success, the PTO is excited to have another wonderful group opening their homes for this year’s tour.

The Moran Independent SchoolDistrictreturnsfrom its Thanksgiving break to tackle the last three weeks of the fall semester. ClassesresumeMonday, Dec.

The Moran Lady Bulldogs had four players selected to the All-District 12-1A volleyball team. Jayla Bussell, Maekayla Kersey, Bradee Stautzenberger, and Chelsea Thurman were named to the honor team, which was selected by vote of district coaches.

The Albany FFA chapter is busy preparing for stockshowseasonasentry deadlines have passed or are fast approaching. Advisor Chris Beard said all entries for major shows have been completed and mailed.

Rehearsals are underway for the 2024 production of “The Nativity,” with performances set for Dec.13and14attheAztec Theater. Production managers Don Taggart and Buford Salters, along with several volunteers, will put the sets in place on Sunday, Dec.2startingat2:00p.m.

Whilethedaysofporing overacatalogofChristmas toys are long gone, children are still making lists for Santa. The Albany News will be printing Santa letters and holiday essays in the Christmas issue to be published on Thursday, Dec.

Sunday, Dec. 15 marks the day for “Flannels and Flapjacks,” a holiday event sponsored by First Baptist Church.

The Aztec Theater was filled with music Saturday night as a group of local singers took the stage for “Our Songs,” a performance showcasing a wide range of musical favorites. Songs from artists such as Journey, PurePrairieLeague,John Denver, Stevie Nicks, The Turtles, Aretha Franklin, and Al Green filled the air, highlightingthetalentsof 15localsingersbackedbya skilled band of musicians.

Friendship Baptist Church completed its annual HarvestAcresBazaar last Saturday, and according to organizer Danita Johnston, the volunteers had a great day, selling lots of baked goods and other items.