Slaton High School Class 50 Year Reunion at Cook’s Garage
By:Jenna Howle The Slaton High School Class of 1974 gathered for reunion on August 31, 2024, at Cook’s Garage from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. The event was a heartwarming celebration of old friendships and shared memories, drawing 37 alumni and their spouses for a memorable evening. Cook’s Garage played host to the festivities,…
Read MoreNeal Aircraft
By:Jenna Howle On September 11, Slaton Neal Aircraft Airport welcomed a historic aircraft piloted by Ed Sykes, a veteran and author with Air Capital Press L.L.C. Sykes, who flew F-105s, F-4s, and F-16s, has logged 2,700 hours in the F-105, his favorite aircraft. In 1969, Sykes survived a harrowing mission when his F-105…
Read MoreSlaton ISD Board Meeting
By: Jenna Howle The Slaton ISD Board met on September 10, 2024, at 7:00 p.m., and began the evening with a series of recognitions. Students of the Month from each school were honored, with special mentions for Arthur Kelly (CTE), Adriana Gonzales, Xavien Brisono, and Meador Barbee. These students were celebrated for their…
Read MoreSlaton and Roosevelt with Strong finishes at the Mae Simmons Meet
By:Jenna Howle At the Mae Simmons Cross Country Meet on Saturday, September 7th, both Roosevelt and Slaton showcased their competitive spirit with notable performances. Roosevelt’s varsity boys secured a strong second place in the 3A division, led by standout finishes from Billy Bond and Justice Jackson. Meanwhile, Slaton’s varsity teams…
Read MoreSlaton Tigers Football Win against Brownfield and are 2-0 for the season
By:Jenna Howle The Slaton High School football team showcased resilience and determination in their victory on Friday night, September 6th. Despite an initial slow start attributed to a weather delay, the Tigers rallied to secure a win that highlights their improvements on both sides of the ball. The game began under less-than-ideal conditions,…
Read MoreChamber of Commerce Awards Banquet
The 2024 Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet hosted by the Slaton Chamber of Commerce was a resounding success, with a fantastic turnout from the community. Attendees enjoyed great live music, delicious food, and an evening dedicated to celebrating some of Slaton’s local heroes—those who contribute to making our town such a special place. The event…
Read MoreCity Council Meeting
By:Jenna Howle The Slaton City Council convened on September 9, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., with the invocation delivered by a representative from the Slaton Ministerial Alliance. No public comments were made during the meeting. The Council approved the minutes from the Commission Meeting on August 8, 2024, the Cemetery Board Meeting on…
Read MoreDonald “Dee” Simmons
Donald “Dee” Simmons, 74, of Slaton, passed away on Friday, August 30, 2024. Visitation will be 6-7:00 pm Thursday, September 5, 2024, at Englunds Chapel. Funeral Services will be 10:30 am Friday, September 6, 2024, at Englunds Chapel. Interment will follow at Englewood Cemetery in Slaton. Arrangements are by Englunds Funeral Service of Slaton. Dee…
Read MoreSlaton ISD Board Approves 2024-2025 Budget and Tax Rate in Special Meeting
In a brief special meeting on August 30, 2024, the Slaton ISD Board of Trustees convened at 7:00 a.m. to finalize key financial decisions for the school year. The Public Hearing closed at 7:04 a.m. The board approved the 2024-2025 budget and set the tax rate by resolution. Additionally, they passed the Slaton…
Read MoreSlaton City Council Approves FYE 2025 Budget and Tax Rate
By:Jenna Howle The Slaton City Council met on August 28, 2024, to approve the FYE 2025 Proposed Operating Budget, which includes a $12,948.81 or 0.82441% increase in property taxes, with $8,768.99 coming from new properties. The meeting began at 5:32 p.m. with a public hearing that closed at 5:44 p.m. without…
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