By Jillian Lucas Moran ISD athletic programs are already in full swing to prepare for the upcoming school year.  “All junior high and high school athletes have been participating in summer conditioning,” said MISD principal Jo Hise.

By Jillian Lucas The Moran Masonic Lodge #863 held its officer installation ceremony Saturday, June 26. The event was hosted by the Clyde Masonic Lodge during a joint ceremony with both Clyde and Cisco Masonic Lodges.

Andrew Brown earns ASU degree Angelo State University conferred 888 undergraduate and graduate degrees on 884 graduates, including Andrew Brown of Albany, during the 2021 spring commencement exercises on May 15 at the Junell Center/Stephens Arena in San Angelo, Texas.

By Jillian Lucas Animals of all kinds showed up for the annual Fandangle Pet Parade held at the Bank Park last weekend. “I was pleasantly surprised at the turnout,” said parade co-organizer Madison Ratliff. “Without being able to hold a parade last year, we didn’t really know what to expect.

By Sidney Bartee Community Vacation Bible School 2021 will begin Sunday evening, July 25 and will continue through Wednesday night  July 28 at First Baptist Church Albany.  This year’s theme is “Destination Dig,” with the event sponsored by the Albany Ministerial Alliance.

By Donnie A. Lucas A new Albany business located adjacent but outside of the city limits has been causing quite a stink with neighboring residents.

By Jillian Lucas The final two performances of the 83rd annual Fort Griffin Fandangle are set to take place this weekend with shows on Friday, June 25 and Saturday, June 26. Tickets are still available for both shows with limited box seat availability as well.

By Melinda L. Lucas The hiring of several new staff members and acceptance of one resignation came toward the end of the June 21 meeting of the Albany ISD school board.

By Sidney Bartee Special activities continue in Albany throughout Friday and Saturday before the final two performances of the 2021 Fandangle.

By Jillian Lucas Pets of all shapes, colors, and sizes are welcome at the annual Fandangle Pet Parade Saturday, June 26  beginning at 10:00 a.m. The parade will take place at the Bank Park with prizes awarded for Best Dressed, Most Creative, Most Unique Pet, and Best Fandangle Costume.