Timothy Schwertner
Timothy Schwertner June 28, 1938-Feb. 24, 2025 Timothy Schwertner was born on June 28, 1938, in Shallowater to Rudolph and Mary B. Kuba Schwertner, and entered his eternal home on Feb. 24, 2025. Being the youngest of 13 children, he was joyfully reunited with his parents and all his siblings in heavenly glory where they…
Read MoreTigers finish basketball season at Regional Finals
By Melissa McCaghren Editor The Slaton Tigers saw their impressive 2025 playoff season come to a halt just shy of the State rounds when they lost 45-49 to Wichita Falls City View Friday evening (Feb. 28) at the Moody Center in Abilene Christian University. The team finishes its season as Regional Finalists, having defeated Canadian…
Read MoreTigerettes send 2 to State Powerlifting
From Staff Reports The Slaton High School Powerlifting team will be sending two girls to State this year. Aubri Salas placed first in her division and Victoria Mireles second, qualifying both for the State competition. Also placing were Mari Sistos and Alexia Anderson, both who placed fifth. For more information, please read the Thursday edition…
Read MoreSPGS to meet Saturday
South Plains Genealogical Society will host its meeting Saturday (March 8) from 10-11:30 a.m. at the Mahon Library Community Room. This month’s theme is “Faces from the Past: Using Facial Recognition Tools to Identify Your Ancestors” The meeting will feature a session on how automatic facial recognition is transforming genealogy research. Dionne Merriott, from Captured…
Read MoreSlaton sees drop in February sales tax rebates
The City of Slaton saw an decrease in sales tax revenues for the month of February. Slaton received $95,796.08 in February, an 8.97 percent decrease from February 2023’s $105,244.93. Year-to-date, Slaton has received rebates totaling $157,713.38 in February, a 5.44 percent decrease from February 2024’s $166,795.93. Post, Ransom Canyon Buffalo Springs and Wilson saw an…
Read MoreMary Frances (Campbell) Wilke
Mary Frances (Campbell) Wilke Jan. 27, 1934-Feb. 9, 2025 Mary Frances (Campbell) Wilke, age 91, of Wilson, passed away on Feb. 9, 2025. She was born on Jan. 27, 1934, in Blum to the late Pat and Beulah Campbell. Visitation will be Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025 from 5-6:30 p.m. at Englunds Funeral Chapel, 1400 W.…
Read MoreByron Bowie
Byron Bowie May 6, 1940-Feb. 10, 2025 Byron Bowie, 84, of Slaton, passed away on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025. Visitation will be 12:30 p.m.-2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025, at Englunds Chapel, followed by Funeral Services at 2 p.m. Interment will follow at Englewood Cemetery in Slaton. Arrangements are by Englunds Funeral Service of Slaton.…
Read MoreCity approves 2nd reading of ordinances
By Melissa McCaghren Editor The City of Slaton approved the second reading of an ordinance authorizing the issuance of the City of Slaton combination tax and surplus revenue certificates of obligation in the amount of $3.2 million Monday evening (Feb. 10) during a regular meeting of City Hall. City Manager Wade Willson said this was…
Read MoreBi-District Champs!
The Slaton Tigerette Basketball team poses with their Bi-District Trophy after winning 41-38 in overtime against No. 6 ranked Canadian. For story, along with the Tigers’ games, please read the Thursday edition of The Slatonite. (Photo courtesy Slaton ISD)
Read MoreEnjoying a Sweetheart Dance
Above, youth dance to the “Cha Cha Slide” Saturday evening (Feb. 8) during the first ever Sweetheart Dance at Cathelene Thomas Elementary. Students and parents could also enjoy a pasta supper and take photos under a balloon arch. The event was sponsored by the CTE Parent-Teacher Organization. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite)
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