City approves infrastructure projects
By: Jenna Howle The recent Slaton City Hall meeting, held at City Hall on July 8, 2024 was called to order at 6:32 p.m., July 8, 2024 ,and saw significant community participation and decision-making on various fronts. Mayor Clifton Shaw and Commissioners Tony Newton, Jim Taliaferro, Benny Lopez, and Valarie Johnson, alongside city staff and…
Read MoreChamber of Commerce discusses Awards Banquet
By: Jenna Howle The Slaton Chamber of Commerce held its monthly meeting on July 11th at 12:00 p.m., discussing key updates and upcoming events. The meeting commenced with the approval of June’s minutes and financial reports, followed by a membership update. The Chamber reviewed the recent 4th on the Square celebration, noting a successful event…
Read MoreSISD New Board Member
Slaton ISD’s Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on Monday (July 15), which began at 7:00 p.m. in the Slaton ISD Administration Office. All members were present, and no public comment was made. The board discussed the TASA/TASB txEDCON 24 conference that will be held in San Antonio, the various important dates for…
Read MoreKCBD NEWS COVERAGE
By: Intern Caitlyn Crane KCBD News Channel 11 visited Slaton on Friday (July 12) for their Live Community Coverage Tour of 2024, and the community gathered to watch the live broadcast. They did their live at 5 p.m. and live at 6 p.m. newscasts with their anchors Abner Euresti and Karin McCay set…
Read MoreDestynee Rodriquez
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dede “Mimi”Lambright, age 61, of Alameda, CA, on July 6, 2024. Born to Mickey and Janice Haas, Dede was a beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose warmth and kindness touched many lives. Dede’s greatest joy was her family. She leaves behind her son,…
Read MoreFelis Garcia-Miller June 14, 1959- June 26, 2024
Felis Garcia-Miller left for her heavenly home on June 26, 2024. A Memorial Service will be at 10:00 am Saturday, July 13, 2024 at Englunds Chapel. Inurnment will follow at Englewood Cemetery in Slaton. Arrangements are by Englunds Funeral Service of Slaton. She was born in Slaton on June 14, 1959 to Audelia and Jesse…
Read MoreAlvin Kitten February 13, 1929- July 2, 2024
Alvin Kitten, 95, of Lubbock, passed away on Tuesday, July 2, 2024. Funeral Services were Monday, July 8, 2024, at Englunds Chapel. Arrangements were by Englunds Funeral Service of Slaton. Alvin was born February 13, 1929, in Slaton TX to Frank and Marie Wendell Kitten. He grew up on the farm instilling in him a…
Read MoreSlaton Senior Riley Martinez Summer Baseball Journey
By: Jenna Howle Riley Martinez, a senior at Slaton High School is playing summer baseball for the PRIBL Collegiate League in Rincon, Puerto Rico. His team, the Tainos, reached the championship game. He has gone through intense training and beach workouts. Martinez immersed himself in a month log baseball journey. He…
Read MoreAlfonso “Poncho” Solis October 30,1950 – June 27,2024
Alfonso “Poncho” Solis Sr.,73, of Slaton, passed away on June 27,2024 A Celebration of life mass was held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic church in Slaton on July 1, 2024, under the Direction of Englunds Funeral Service of Slaton. Alfonso was born on October 30, 1950, in Slaton to Epimenio and Juanita Solis. In…
Read MoreSavoring Tradition and Taste:The Pancake House in Lubbock, Texas
Nestled on 510 Ave Q in Lubbock, Texas, the Pancake House isn’t just a place to eat; it’s a beloved institution that has been serving up warmth and hospitality since 1961. Recently joining forces with the Slaton Newspaper to offer exclusive deals to its patrons, the Pancake House continues to…
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