Library hosting annual summer reading activities
From Staff Reports The Slaton Library may be preparing for its move to the new location on the Square, but Librarian Cynthia Olivares said there will be several summer reading activities during summer. Colleen’s Corner: Reading Ready started last Friday (June 6), but will be conducted through June at 10 a.m. at Slaton City Hall.…
Read MoreJuneteenth events set for June 21
Together in Grace will host its fourth annual Juneteenth Celebration June 21 from 1:30-5 p.m. at Elgie Allen Park, 1000 S. 3rd St. There will be family oriented entertainment and activities, including a parade and barbecue cookoff. The parade will begin at 1:30 p.m. to the event. There will also be a cookoff event this…
Read MoreMary V. Ruiz
Mary V. Ruiz July 14, 1940-May 21, 2025 Mary V. Ruiz, 84, of Slaton, passed away on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Slaton. Interment followed at Englewood Cemetery in Slaton. Arrangements were by Englunds Funeral Service of Slaton. Mary…
Read MoreSantiago “Jimmy” Bentancourt, Jr.
Santiago “Jimmy” Bentancourt, Jr. Nov. 16, 1949-May 22, 2025 Santiago “Jimmy” Bentancourt, Jr., 75, departed from this life on May 22, 2025. Viewing will be from 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at Englunds Chapel followed by a visitation at 6 p.m. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 29, 2025 at…
Read MoreSlaton, Roosevelt, Wilson conduct 2025 commencements
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor The Slaton, Roosevelt and Wilson Classes of 2025 celebrated commencements last week at their schools. SHS conducted their graduation Thursday (May 22) while WHS and RHS conducted theirs Friday (May 23). For more information, including more photos of the graduations, please read the Thursday edition of The Slatonite.
Read MoreSEDCO approves projects, gives updates
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor The Slaton Economic Development Corporation approved funding for a media push for Slaton and received updates on several projects Thursday afternoon (May 22) during its regular meeting. The Board approved funding of $750 for a media campaign. Executive Director Lezlee Harlan said the group, No MissCommunications, wanted to push statewide…
Read MoreA market full of flowers
Guests visit and look at flowers grown by Southland FFA members to purchase during the Slaton Farmer’s Market Sunday afternoon (May 25) along 9th St. They have grown these all year and are selling them to grow more. The market will be conducted every second and fourth Sundays from 3-7 p.m., and the next one…
Read MoreRobert Joe “Bobby” Hopper
Robert Joe “Bobby” Hopper April 30, 1954–May 16, 2025 Robert Joe “Bobby” Hopper, age 71, of Priddy, Texas, passed away on May 16, 2025, at his home in Priddy. Bobby was born on April 30, 1954, in Pulaski County, Mo., to Robert D. Hopper and Patsy McCormick. He was united in marriage to Paula Maxine Woods…
Read MoreBrenda Marlene Jones
Brenda Marlene Jones June 21, 1955-May 10, 2025 Brenda Marlene Jones was born in Dalhart on June 21, 1955, to W.O. Harrell and Florence Harrell formerly of Wills Point. She passed from us on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Brenda was the devoted wife and best friend of Bruce Jones of Highland Haven, Texas. She was…
Read MoreSchools announce top 2 graduates
From Staff Reports Slaton, Roosevelt, Wilson and Southland announced their 2025 Valedictorians and Salutatorians last week. SHS announced Adriana Rose Gonzales as Valedictorian and Lennon Elias Leyva as Salutatorian. Slaton High School will conduct Graduation tonight (Thursday, May 22) at 7 p.m. at the Slaton High School Gymnasium. Roosevelt announced Brendon Skorick as the valedictorian…
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