New State law allows officials to eject fans
The past two weeks of football has seen fans cheer on their fellow teams and root for a win. Some games across the state however have had fights and arguments during the game. A recent law enacted by the State Legislature however allows officials to no longer need to warn disruptive fans before removing them…
Read MoreRain does not dampen Slaton’s win over Brownfield
Slaton football fans sit under umbrellas and watch as the Tigers played Brownfield Friday evening (Sept. 5) during its home opener. The 7/10ths of an inch of rain during the day lasted through most of the game, fading out about two minutes before the end of the fourth quarter. The Tigers defeated the Cubs 62-7,…
Read MoreAlvin Richard Cheney
Alvin Richard Cheney June 25, 1929-Aug. 23, 2025 Alvin Richard Cheney, 96, of Slaton passed away Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025 in Slaton. He was born June 25, 1929 in Trent. Graveside services will be Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Englewood Cemetery with the Rev. Darren Weaver officiating. Arrangements are under…
Read MoreMichael John Gatzki
Michael John Gatzki Aug. 28, 1947– Aug. 27, 2025 Michael John Gatzki, 77, of Wilson passed away at home on Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025. He was born Aug. 28, 1947 in Carlsbad, N.M. Visitation with the family will be Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2025 from 9 a.m.-10 a.m. at Englunds Funeral Chapel with graveside services to…
Read MoreCity approves 1st reading of budget, tax rate
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The City of Slaton conducted a public hearing on the budget Thursday evening (Aug. 28) during a special meeting at City Hall. The budget will raise more total property taxes than last year’s budget by 28.35 percent, or $527,105.88. Of that amount, $7,890.13 will be tax revenue from new property…
Read MoreState names Slaton Banana Pudding Festival of Texas
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Slaton has a new distinction to add to its name – “The Banana Pudding Capitol of Texas.” The Proclamation was one of several activities Saturday (Aug. 30) during the third annual Banana Pudding Festival on the Square. Mayor Clif Shaw read the proclamation to Chad and Sherrill Wilson of the…
Read MoreOLG conducts annual Jamaica
Guests enjoyed visiting with friends, brisket and other burritos and other cool refreshments such as snowcones or fruit cups Saturday (Aug. 30) during Our Lady Of Guadalupe’s Grand Jamaica. For more photos, please read the Thursday edition of The Slatonite. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite)
Read MoreStarting on their 2025 season
The Slaton Tigers run out of the spirit tunnel for the first time this year Friday evening (Aug. 29) before their season opener against Friona. The team saw a rain delay at halftime, but finished out the game with a 50-22 win over the Chieftains. They will host their home opener Friday (Sept. 5) against…
Read MoreGenealogy Society to host Beginner Series
The South Plains Genealogical Society will have a Beginner Genealogy Class series starting Sept. 15 at 7 p.m. at the Mahon Library. It will be conducted the every third Monday of the month for the year. The class, which is hosted by the Society and Mahon Library, helps people start from square one and grow…
Read MoreMeeting the teams
The Slaton Tigers warm up for their scrimmage against Seagraves Thursday (Aug. 21) at home during Meet the Tigers Night. For more information, including teasers to this week’s games and a chance to enter this week’s football contest, please read the Thursday edition of The Slatonite. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite)
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