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Belia Valderaz

Belia Valderaz July 1, 1935 – March 9, 2024 Belia Valderaz, 88, of Slaton, passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Viewing was conducted from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at Englunds. Visitation was conducted from 4-5 p.m., followed by a Rosary Service from 5- 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at…

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Mary Ann Bowie

Mary Ann Bowie Jan. 29, 1941-March 8, 2024 Mary Ann Bowie, 83, of Slaton, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024. Viewing was from 11 a.m. -5 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Englunds. Graveside services were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at Englewood Cemetery in Slaton. Arrangements are by Englunds Funeral…

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City approves memorandum of understanding

By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The restoration project for the 1809 Engine came a step closer Monday evening (March 11) during the monthly meeting of the Slaton City Commissioners. The board approved a memorandum of understanding with the Spirit of Slaton Endowment for restoration and preservation of the 1809 steam engine. Tony Privett, speaking on…

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Boys powerlifting season concludes at Regionals

By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Tiger powerlifting team finished its season in the Regional meet Saturday (March 9) at Brownfield. Although the team will not have anyone advance to the State meet, there were four who won medals. Collin Simmons placed third in his class, Fabian Amendariz and Wesley Rose fourth in their…

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Circus to return to Slaton April 9

The Culpepper & Merriweather Circus will return to Slaton April 9 with 5 and 7:30 p.m. shows at Elgie Allen Park, 1000 S. 3rd St. The event is being sponsored by the Slaton Lions Club, and will feature several performers and acts. The tent will be raised at 9:30 a.m. and the Midway will open…

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Chili, Cornbread dinner

Slaton Ministerial Alliance conducts a chili and cornbread dinner Saturday (March 9) at the Clubhouse. Both events raised money for their organizations. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)

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Fish Fry

Members of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church serve up a fish plate for guests Friday (March 8) during a Fish Fry. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)

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Running for a medal

Roosevelt’s Fernando Valdez, Justice Jackson and Billy Bond run near a State Cross Country honor banner they earned earlier this year in cross country during the Acuff Relays Thursday afternoon (March 7) in Roosevelt. For story, see page 4. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)

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Tigerette powerlifting team qualifies 4 to State meet

From Staff Reports The Slaton Tigerette powerlifting team will again be sending athletes to the State meet. Four lifters – Angelina Mireles, Victoria Mireles, Karime Portillo and Makenna Polozola, qualified to the State meet after placing in the Regionals event Friday and Saturday (March 1-2) in Colorado City. This is the second time for K.…

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