City reminds public to obtain garage sale permits
The start of Spring and warmer weather means the start of regular garage sales. The City of Slaton wants to remind people they must have a garage sale permit in order to have one. Fines could be up to $200 for not following the conditions to conduct a sale. Those who want to have a…
Read MoreSlaton uncomparable in March sales tax rebates
The City of Slaton could not compare its tax rebates in March, at it could not be compared to last year’s after a rebate was given in 2023. Slaton received $56,944.08 in March, uncomparable from March 2023’s $0.00 received. Year-to-date, Slaton has received rebates totaling $233,740.01, a 58.75 percent increase from the 2023 year-to-date total…
Read MoreHester named new Slaton Police Chief
From Staff Reports The City of Slaton has a new police chief. The City announced Ross Hester had been selected the next Chief of the Slaton Police Department in a statement released Friday (March 15). He officially started Monday (March 18) and visited local groups such as the Slaton Lions Club. Hester has more than…
Read MoreRHS duo places 9th at State CX
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Roosevelt High School’s Cross-Examination, or CX, Debate team took home some hardware Thursday afternoon (March 21) during the University Interscholastic League State CX debate meet in Austin. Sage Lacey and Sydney Simmons placed ninth in the meet. Teacher Sharla Lacey said the quest for a State medal started early in…
Read MorePowerlifting ends season at State, 2 place 9th in meet
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Tigerettes powerlifting team finished its season at the State Meet March 21 at Comerica Center in Frisco. While no one medaled at the meet, the team finished its season with a couple of ninth place finishes. Angelina Mireles placed ninth in weight class 220 with a total of…
Read MoreTexas Air Museum to host Fly-in Lunch, Sale April 13
The Texas Air Museum will have its annual Fly-in Lunch and Hangar Sale April 13 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Slaton Municipal Airport, 2 miles north of Slaton on FM 400. Lunch includes hamburgers, hot dogs, sausage warps and fixings. A donation is requested for the meal. There will be various items at the…
Read MoreBelia Valderaz
Belia Valderaz July 1, 1935 – March 9, 2024 Belia Valderaz, 88, of Slaton, passed away on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Viewing was conducted from 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at Englunds. Visitation was conducted from 4-5 p.m., followed by a Rosary Service from 5- 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at…
Read MoreMary Ann Bowie
Mary Ann Bowie Jan. 29, 1941-March 8, 2024 Mary Ann Bowie, 83, of Slaton, passed away on Friday, March 8, 2024. Viewing was from 11 a.m. -5 p.m. Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at Englunds. Graveside services were conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at Englewood Cemetery in Slaton. Arrangements are by Englunds Funeral…
Read MoreCity approves memorandum of understanding
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The restoration project for the 1809 Engine came a step closer Monday evening (March 11) during the monthly meeting of the Slaton City Commissioners. The board approved a memorandum of understanding with the Spirit of Slaton Endowment for restoration and preservation of the 1809 steam engine. Tony Privett, speaking on…
Read MoreBoys powerlifting season concludes at Regionals
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Tiger powerlifting team finished its season in the Regional meet Saturday (March 9) at Brownfield. Although the team will not have anyone advance to the State meet, there were four who won medals. Collin Simmons placed third in his class, Fabian Amendariz and Wesley Rose fourth in their…
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