Area News
Slaton, Roosevelt earn State medals in track
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM A few years ago, the Slaton Tigers just missed out on a State medal by mere tenths of a second in the 4×400 meter relay. Thursday (May 11) the 4×200 meter relay team of CJ Anzley, Ethan Anzley, Isaias Gallegos and Zamion Davila, had a similar scenario, where fractions came…
Read MoreTrustees approve contracts, purchases
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Independent School District Board of Trustees conducted a light meeting Tuesday (May 9), approving several contracts and purchases. The board approved contracts for non-certified personnel and professional employees. Trustees approved a contract with Benchmark for a three year leas agreement of copiers. Finance manager Art Martin said the…
Read More65 Slaton seniors sign letters to attend college
From Staff Reports Slaton High School honored 65 students in its graduating class of 2023 who are attending colleges, join the military or trade school signed letters of their intent to attend during Senior Signing Day May 9 at the Slaton High School gymnasium. Assistant Principal Bo Medley thanked all who came to watch the…
Read MoreArea Champs!
The Slaton Tigers celebrate a run scored during game three of their match against the Tornillo Coyotes Friday and Saturday (May 12-13) in Seminole. The team lost its first game Friday, but rallied back in games two and three on Saturday to win the title. For more photos and story, please read the Thursday edition…
Read MoreElection tied for Ward I Commissioner
From Staff Reports The Ward I Commissioner seat after the election ended in a tie Saturday (May 6) on Election Night. In unofficial results both incumbent Tony Newton and challenger Mike DeLano received 50 percent of the vote with 10 votes each. A total of 38 voters from Ward I voted in the Election –…
Read MoreBaseball advances to Area, track to compete at State
From Staff Reports The Slaton Tiger baseball and track teams are having a busy May, walking away with some hardware and eyeing more before the 2022-23 school year comes to a close. So are runners from Southland and Roosevelt, who are competing in State track. The baseball team won its Bi-District series against River Road…
Read MoreCity hears 2022 fiscal audit report, amends resolution
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The City of Slaton Commissioners heard an audit for fiscal year ending in 2022, as well as approved project incentives, Monday evening (May 8) during its monthly meeting. David Copeland gave the audit presentation. He said the City was “taking baby steps in the right direction,” and the City did…
Read MoreAthletes honored during annual banquet
From Staff Reports Slaton High School athletes were honored for their accomplishments during the 2022-23 school year Thursday evening (May 4) during the annual Athletic Banquet at the High School. Kat Castillo and Kolbi McCord shared top honors as Miss Tigerette this year, while CJ Anzley was honored as Mr. Tiger. For a list of…
Read MoreGetting breakfast ready
Members of Cub Scout Pack 127 cook pancakes, sausage and other items to serve at a Fly-In brunch Saturday (May 6) at the Texas Air Museum at the Larry T. Neal Memorial Slaton Municipal Airport. Brunch items such as sausage wraps and hot dogs were also served. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read MoreElection Day Saturday for Ward I seat
From Staff Reports Early voting has ended in Texas, including for the City of Slaton Ward I Commissioner race. As of press time Tuesday (May 2) a total of 25 Ward I residents have cast ballots. Election Day is May 6 from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Voting will be at the Slaton Community Clubhouse, 750 W.…
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