Tony Eugene Blisard
Tony Eugene Blisard March 30, 1959-July 21, 2025 Tony Eugene Blisard, age 66, of Nolanville, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025, at his residence with his family by his side. He was born on March 30, 1959, to parents Alfred and Martha (Gravell) Blisard in the town of Slaton. He would grow up in…
Read MoreRegina ‘Granny’ Edwards
Regina ‘Granny’ Edwards Oct. 25, 1950- Aug. 20, 2024 Regina “Granny” Edwards 74 of Decatur, Texas passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Aug. 20, 2024. Regina was born in Lubbock to Mattie and TO Bunch on Oct. 25,1950. Granny met and married the love of her life on Jan. 20, 1968. …
Read MoreCity approves proposed tax rate
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor The City of Slaton Commissioners approved the 2026 proposed operating budget and property tax rate Monday evening (Aug. 11) during its regular meeting. The proposed tax rate is $0.685656 per $100 valuation. This is the voter approved tax rate. A public hearing on the budget will be conducted Aug. 28…
Read MoreMeeting the teachers
Students and parents viewed trophies and Senior photos at the High School Thursday evening (Aug. 7) during Meet the Teacher Night. Stephen F. Austin Primary, Cathelene Thomas Elementary and Slaton Junior High also conducted their Meet the Teacher Nights. for more photos, please read the Thursday edition of The Slatonite. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite)
Read MoreBusiness gather for strategic planning
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor Slaton businesses gathered at City Hall Wednesday evening (Aug. 6) to discuss ways to help bring visitors to the City during a Stakeholder Input Session at City Hall. Lezlee Harlan, Executive Director of the Slaton Economic Development Corporation said the they and the City brought in Downtown Strategies, a group…
Read MoreSlaton ISD awarded Regional Pathways Network Grant
From Staff Reports The Slaton Independent School District was a recipient of a Regional Pathways Network Grant to help with its award winning welding program. Collegiate Edu-Nation (CEN) is announced the awarding of two Texas Regional Pathways Network (TRPN) grants aimed at building high-quality career pathways. Slaton ISD, Lorenzo ISD and Crosbyton ISD will work…
Read MoreBetty Lou Alexander
Betty Lou Alexander Oct. 17, 1931-July 31, 2025 Our dear mother and grandmother, Betty Lou Alexander, 93, of Slaton, passed away on July 31, 2025. Memorial services will be at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 7, 2025, at Englunds Chapel. A private family burial will take place prior to the Memorial Service. Arrangements are by…
Read MoreGetting ready for the season
The Slaton Tigers work on their tackling skills Monday morning (Aug. 4) during the first day of two-a-days for the year. Schools across the State started off their 2025-26 school year practices Monday. For more photos, including Roosevelt football two-a-days, see the Thursday edition of The Slatonite. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite)
Read MoreAnnual Slaton Ag Boosters dinner, dance set for Aug. 16
The Slaton Ag Boosters will have its annual dinner and dance Aug. 16 at the Lumber Yard, 220 W. Crosby St. in Slaton. The event will be for ages 21 and older only. Gates open at 6:30 p.m., dinner is at 7 p.m. and the band starts playing at 8 p.m. This year the dance…
Read MoreWork, fundraising under way to restore ATSF 1809 engine
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor People may have been a bit surprised to see the 1809 Engine on the Square be covered in sheets of plastic recently. This was to protect the area when asbestos abatement was performed, one of the first steps in restoring the engine. Dr. Robert Mamlock, who is the restoration committee…
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