Area News
Bah, Humbug!: COVID concerns lead to cancellation of local Christmas events
From Staff Reports Christmas activities received a visit from the ”Scrooge” known as COVID this past week, as area events were cancelled due to concerns from the virus. Small Town Christmas was the first canceled announced on Wednesday morning. “The Chamber directors, City Council and School District felt that it would be wiser to cancel…
Read MoreTexas 1809 offers cuisine, fun to downtown area
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Downtown Slaton got just a little bit more crowded this past week when Texas 1809 opened its doors to the public after several long months of construction to get it to perfection. The Restaurant, owned by Rugby and Courtney Stafford, both Slaton residents who graduated from Slaton High School, has…
Read MoreSlaton ISD shifts again to virtual learning
The Slaton Independent School District has again shifted to virtual instruction due to increased COVID cases. The District is off the full week this week for Thanksgiving break. Stephen F. Austin Primary and Cathelene Thomas Elementary will resume classes in person Monday (Nov. 30). Slaton Junior High and High School will have a second week…
Read MoreSenior Center starting meal reservations, vying for Community Rewards award
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Senior Center has been busy since reopening in September after COVID closed it down for several months. That said, while seniors are coming back to enjoy dinners, Bingo and other activities, the Center is feeling the monetary impact of the loss of several months income. The Center has…
Read MoreLions Club helps 9 local non-profits
The Slaton Lions Club presented checks to eight local organizations as part of an effort to launch “Giving Tuesday,” which begins Dec. 1. Organizations that received checks were MTSS Activity Fund, Santa Red and Blue, Slaton Stock Show, Slaton Ministerial Alliance, Weekend Snack Sack Program, Slaton Band Booster Club, Slaton Meals On Wheels, Harvey House…
Read MoreSEDCO discusses grants, expansion of conference room
Slaton Economic Development Corporation discussed ways to expand the conference room as well as allowing competing businesses to apply for grants Thursday afternoon (Nov. 19) during the Board’s monthly meeting. The Board approved a grant policy for businesses in direct competition with like businesses in Slaton. This allows for grants to keep Slaton thriving and…
Read MoreCity swears in Taliaferro, discusses dog situation
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The City of Slaton Council is once again is full, as Jim Taliaferro was sworn as Commissioner, Ward II in Monday evening (Nov. 16) during the council’s monthly meeting. City Secretary Pam King canvassed the Nov. 3 votes, where Taliaferro defeated Doyce Field 327 votes to 144, and then swore…
Read MoreAnimal call leaves 1 hurt, 1 arrested
The Slaton Police Department and Animal Control worked the scene of an animal call that left one person injured and another arrested. Jason Jerieal Castillo, 25, was arrested on two charges of allowing an animal to run at large and two charges of failure to show proof of vaccination. Sgt. Steve Dekraker said Animal Control…
Read MoreTigers, Eagles end seasons in Bi-District
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Tigers and Roosevelt Eagles had many challenges over the season to vie for a spot in playoffs. Both advanced to Bi-District however, with Slaton playing Bushland and Roosevelt facing Spearman. While both teams’ seasons ended in that first round, both coaches said there were a lot of memories…
Read MoreTrustees hear COVID update
The Slaton Independent School District Board of Trustees conducted a light meeting Thursday evening (Nov. 12) at the Administration Office. Superintendent Jim Andrus gave a report. He said currently the District was “struggling to survive,” as there are currently 52 cases of COVID reported as of the meeting Thursday. He added there is more teaching…
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