SEDCO hears update on building
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor The Slaton Economic Development Corporation heard an update of an engineering study or architectural review of property at 165 W. Lubbock St. among other topics Thursday afternoon (Aug. 21) during its regular meeting. Lezlee Harlan, Executive Director said the person doing the study would gather some numbers together, but said…
Read MoreWorking on the train
Workers with Hargrave Construction work on placing panels and filling metal holes in the ATSF 1809 Engine Friday morning (Aug. 22). The Engine recently underwent asbestos mitigation, and is being repaired before it gets painted. Funds are still being raised for the project, and can be donated at www.spiritofslaton.com. Donations are tax deductible. (Melissa McCaghren/The…
Read MoreSlaton sees rise in August sales tax rebates
The City of Slaton saw an increase in sales tax revenues for the month of August. Slaton received $83,363.15 in August, a 4.83 percent increase from August 2024’s $79.515.89. Year-to-date, Slaton has received rebates totaling $548,195.45 in August, a 4.21 percent decrease from August 2024’s $572,298.26. Buffalo Springs and Post saw an increase over the…
Read MoreGrand Jamaica set for Saturday
Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Slaton will have its 2025 Grand Jamaica Aug 30 at 705 S. 4th St. There will be food, games, music and drawings. Featured this year are Los Arcos Hermanos Peña, Sammy Torres & The New Image, Zuperado, Entrego, Ethan Cole, Mariachi Estrella and The Mextones. The public is invited…
Read MoreLouise Ann Jenkins
Louise Ann Jenkins May 12, 1960-Aug. 5, 2025 Our dear wife, mom, and grandma, Louise Ann Jenkins, 65, of Lubbock, passed away on Aug. 5, 2025 with her beloved husband of 46 years at her side. Louise was born May 12, 1960 in Springfield, Ohio, the daughter of Stanley John and Norma Jean Wloshinski. Louise graduated from South High School in Springfield, two weeks after marrying David…
Read MoreBerenice Parras Underwood
Berenice Parras Underwood Sept. 27, 1964-Aug. 11, 2025 Berenice Parras Underwood, 60, of Slaton, passed away on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025. Funeral services were Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025. Interment followed at Englewood Cemetery. Arrangements were by Englunds Funeral Service. Berenice was born on Sept. 27, 1964, in Uvalde. Berenice graduated from Slaton High School in 1983,…
Read MoreScrimmage time
Slaton Tiger fans watch as they take on Trinity Christian Friday (Aug. 15) during a scrimmage. For more photos and a recap of Slaton and Roosevelt’s first scrimmages for the 2025 season, please read the Thursday edition of The Slatonite. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite)
Read MoreTrustees hear updates on 1st day of school attendance
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor The Slaton Independent School District Board of Trustees heard an update on the first day of school attendance and swore in an At-Large Trustee Tuesday evening (Aug. 12) during its regular meeting. Kara Newcomb was sworn in as the second At-Large Trustee. Emily Hargrave, who replaced outgoing Trustee Justin Martin,…
Read MoreSupporting Ag
Guests enjoy a steak dinner Saturday evening (Aug. 16) during the annual Slaton Ag Booster Dinner & Dance. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite)
Read MoreBanana Pudding Festival Aug. 30
The third annual Texas Banana Pudding Festival will be Aug. 30 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Slaton Bakery. There will be four puddings available for guests to try this year along with artisans, cooks, crafters and live musicans. The four flavors this year for the “Puddin’ Pass” are: • Church Lady Banana Pudding •…
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