Hodges sworn in as Slaton’s 11th Postmaster
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor Tim Hodges was sworn in as the 11th Postmaster for the Slaton Post Office Tuesday morning (May 21) during a ceremony at the Post Office. He was sworn in by Skip French, Manager of Post Office operations. French said he has known Hodges for more than 20 years, meeting him…
Read MoreRHS teams finish at State
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor The Roosevelt High School One Act Play and Social Studies teams competed in State competition last week in Austin. The One Act Play competed May 14 and placed sixth overall for its presentation of “The Drowning Girls.” Sydney Simmons was named All Star Cast and Kyndal Grimes was named Honorable…
Read MoreSouthland conducts graduation
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor Seven Southland Eagles celebrated 13 years of education as they moved their tassels over as graduates Friday evening (May 16) during commencements at the gymnasium. Graduating Elin Halford, Ciera Gonzales, Makaylee Green, Zachary Grubbs, Jaleen Levario, Alvarro Marquez and Giovanni Rodela. Valedictorian was Gonzales and Salutatorian was Green. For more…
Read MoreTrustees approve contracts, audit engagement
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor The Slaton Independent School District Board of Trustees approved contracts for personnel and administration Tuesday evening (May 13) during its regular Board meeting. It also approved the engagement of Bolinger, Segars, Gilbert and Moss, LLP for the District’s 2024-25 audit. Trustees also canvassed the May 3, 2025 election. At-Large Trustee…
Read MoreSISD elects trustees, RISD passes bond
From Staff Reports Slaton and Roosevelt Independent School Districts will see new faces and passing of bonds for school construction after Election Night Saturday (May 3). In unofficial votes for SISD, Emily Hargrave was elected to one At-Large trustee seat, receiving 247 votes for 48.24 percent of the vote. Kara Newcomb was re-elected to her…
Read MorePreparing for OAP State
Above, Bessie (Sydney Simmons), Margaret (Karagyn Scott) and Alice (Kyndal Grimes) revisit Margaret’s life during a rehearsal of “The Drowning Girls.” The State UIL One Act Play will perform at RISD Friday (May 9) at 6 p.m. at the Elementary Auditorium and then compete May 14 at Austin. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite photos)
Read MoreA time of prayer
The community gathers in prayer for the State, nation, schools and other areas Thursday afternoon (May 1) during National Day of Prayer. The Slaton Junior High School Choir also sang at the event, and several pastors and members of the Ministerial Alliance lead in prayer. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite photo)
Read MoreMinisterial Alliance Chili supper fundraiser Saturday
The Ministerial Alliance will host a fundraiser May 10, from 5-7 p.m., at the Clubhouse, 750 W. Garza St.. Suggested donation for the chili and cornbread supper is $5. The Ministerial Alliance, made up of representatives from the different churches in Slaton, united to help with the benevolence needs of the community. Instead of having…
Read MoreSlaton sees drop in April sales tax rebates
The City of Slaton saw an decrease in sales tax revenues for the month of April. Slaton received $47,762.41 in April, an 25.75 percent decrease from April 2024’s $64,329.20. Year-to-date, Slaton has received rebates totaling $257,994.06 in April, a 10.44 percent decrease from April 2024’s $288,069.21. Buffalo Springs and Wilson saw an increase over the…
Read MoreBasilio “Bandido Bass” Zapata
Basilio ‘Bandido Bass’ Zapata June 14, 1963-April 20, 2025 Basilio “Bandido Bass” Zapata, 61, of Slaton, passed away on Sunday, April 20, 2025. Viewing will be 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Thursday, April 24, 2025 at Englunds, followed by a Rosary Service at 6 p.m. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday, April 25, 2025…
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