Slaton ISD gives update on new State law regarding phone use at schools
The Slaton Independent School District wants to give an update to its families about a new State Law that was passed during the 2025 biennial State Legislature regarding phone use. The new Texas Law, House Bill 1481, will take effect the beginning of the 2025-26 school year. The law, which will affect how students can…
Read MoreJames Edward Wuensche
James Edward Wuensche April 12, 1944,-July 4, 2025 James Edward Wuensche went to rest in the loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ while surrounded by family on July 4, 2025 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer. James was born on April 12, 1944, in Fresno, Calif., to Wilbert and Lorena (Kaatz)…
Read MoreCivil lawsuit filed against Slaton priest
A civil lawsuit has been filed against a Slaton priest who was arrested in June. Ammanuel Puthuparambil, 73, was arrested June 19 on warrants on charges of unlawful restraint and indecent assault. He was released on bond June 24. The charges are a class A misdemeanor, punishable up to a year in prison. The alleged…
Read MoreSlaton, Area celebrate July 4
y Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor Almost 2 inches in rains over Wednesday and Thursday did not deter Slaton from having its annual Fourth of the Square Friday (July 4). The event started with a patriotic parade before the Festival on the Square. Miss Firecracker was Charlee Chancellor. Second place was Landree Gonzales and third place…
Read MorePolice investigate truck rollover
Members of The Slaton Police Department and Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office work the scene of a cattle trailer rollover Wednesday (July 2) along FM 400. The fire department was also called. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite)
Read MoreSlaton sees rise in June sales tax rebates
The City of Slaton saw an increase in sales tax revenues for the month of June. Slaton received $68,513.27 in June, a 0.74 percent increase from June 2024’s $68,005.13. Year-to-date, Slaton has received rebates totaling $409,766.75 in June, a 6.42 percent decrease from June 2024’s $437,898.88 Buffalo Springs and Wilson saw an increase over the…
Read MoreSandra L. Voigt
Sandra L. Voigt Aug. 28, 1937-June 15, 2025 Sandra L. Voigt, 87, of Slaton, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 15, 2025, surrounded by family. Visitation will be from 6-7 p.m. Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at Englunds. There will be a private family graveside service. Arrangements are by Englunds Funeral Service of Slaton.…
Read MoreRebecca “Becky” McCuiston Meeks
Rebecca “Becky” McCuiston Meeks Sept. 12, 1942-June 12, 2025 Rebecca “Becky” McCuiston Meeks, 82, of Slaton was welcomed into the arms of our Lord and Savior on Thursday June 12, 2025. Visitation will be on Wednesday June 18, 2025, at 10 a.m. at Englunds, followed by Graveside Services at 11 a.m. at Englewood Cemetery. Arrangements…
Read MoreDoyce Waylan Field
Doyce Waylan Field Feb. 5, 1957-June 9, 2025 Doyce Waylan Field, 68, of Slaton, passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025. Funeral Services were on Friday, June 13, 2025 at Englunds Chapel. Interment followed at Englewood Cemetery. Arrangements were by Englunds Funeral Service of Slaton. Doyce was born on Feb. 5, 1957 in Slaton to…
Read MoreA flying showcase: Biennial Airshow draws crowds
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor Planes of all kinds – military, aerobatic, and experimental – were all on display for people to watch take flight during the Biennial Texas Airshow Saturday (June 14) at the Slaton Municipal Airport. The show also helps support the Texas South Plains Honor Flight, which is a chapter of the…
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