News
The Cold War never erupted into direct war between the United States and the Soviet Union, but for nearly half a century the world lived under the constant…
The Albany ISD Board of Trustees learned more about a new weather monitoring system for student-athletes, reviewed a lower proposed tax rate for the coming…
By Melinda L. LucasShackelford County Hospital District trustees approved grant-related commitments for emergency medical services personnel and authorized…
A five-vehicle crash Tuesday morning, July 14, temporarily shut down U.S. Highway 180 at Six Mile Hill after an 18-wheeler attempted an U-turn across the…
Sports
The Albany Lady Lions volleyball program is preparing for the start of the 2026 season with a larger group of players, a couple of new coaching additions and a…
The Albany Lions will open preseason football practice Monday, Aug. 3, with head coach Denney Faith beginning his 40th season leading the program. He and his…
Two July golf tournaments at Albany Golf Club raised more than $45,000 for local organizations, with proceeds benefiting the Shackelford County Youth &…
Despite weather delays and a last-minute move indoors, the 2026 Nancy Smith Elementary Field Day was a success May 20 with strong community support and…
Opinion
As you probably know, it is common for Christians to experience doubt, especially when God acts or doesn’t act in ways contrary to our expectations.In fact,…
“Man of Sorrows”Throughout Holy Week, I have been attempting to regularly re-direct my thoughts to Jesus and what He did each day of the week that led up to…
By David H. WallerThere are times when you try to stay measured, stick to the facts, and let things play out. And then there are times when you look around and…
Living in the DFW area for more than 10 years, I was an avid listener of The Ticket. If you have lived there and you are any kind of sports fan at all, you…
Lifestyle
By Lynsi PerryThe neon moon in Albany is not the only thing shining at night since artist, Michael Christopher Matson, moved to town in 2017. Matson is…
March Madness is underway, and The Albany News is inviting you to take part in our Bracket Challenge! Inside this week’s paper, you’ll find the full NCAA Men’s…
Last week in The Albany News Kids Corner, we asked the future leaders of Albany what they would do if they were mayor, and their responses did not disappoint.…
Shackelford County 4-H is starting 2025 off by getting ready for the annual stock show, being held later this month on January 17. Youth with commercial steers…
Community
Living in the DFW area for more than 10 years, I was an avid listener of The Ticket. If you have lived there and you are any kind of sports fan at all, you…
Local ranchers and businesses came together this week to support livestock producers in Oklahoma whose grazing land has been destroyed by widespread wildfires…
In honor of Larry, we are republishing one of his beloved columns from January 3, 2003, a story that reflects the humor and storytelling that made his writing…
When Gary and Emily Hughes lost their son Kolby in October, they began looking for a way to honor his memory in a meaningful way. The local couple decided that…
Obituaries
Helen Frances McAfee, lovingly known as Frances, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2026, at her home in Moran at the age of 91. A funeral service was held at…
Pamela Kay Nixon, lovingly known to many as “DustBunny,” passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 6, 2026, at the age of 62. She was born on…
Reba Jane Moberley- BenderReba Jane Moberley Bender - Born December 13, 1943 in Colorado City TX to Bessie Ruth Ervin and Stacey Boyd Moberley. The Family…
Gene GrayGlen “Gene” Gray, 83, of Fort Worth, passed away peacefully at home on April 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father,…
