Area News
SEDCO clarifies performance agreements
The Slaton Economic Development Corporation corrected wording on a performance agreement for West Texas Fireplaces, Quality DEF Solutions and humble Grounds Thursday afternoon (July 16) during its monthly meeting at the SEDCO office. The board also approved amending wording in regard to the Operation Together COVID-19 Grant applications. Executive Director Barbara Hopper said originally the…
Read MoreUnited, Slaton PD team in Cops 4 Kids
From Staff Reports The Slaton Police Department and United Supermarket are teaming up to bring a bit of cool refreshment to a hot summer. United has teamed up with local law enforcement in the area in a Cops 4 Kids initiative, where police officers will be handing out treats cards for children that can be…
Read MoreRock & Roll Nostalgia car show, cruise to celebrate milestone
Elizabeth Herbert The Slatonite Intern Members of the community who have been looking forward to participating in the Caprock Classic 25th Annual Rock & Roll Nostalgia Car Show and Cruise are in luck – the event is still set to take place July 17-18 in Slaton. July 17 will be the Cruise-in down Panhandle Street and…
Read MoreCity considers amending zoning wording
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The City of Slaton Commissioners approved the first reading of an ordinance amending wording to its Code of Ordinances Monday evening (July 13) during its regular meeting. City Administrator Mike Lamberson said the Planning and Zoning Commission met last week to discuss some issues with the ordinances. One item was…
Read MoreSPD arrests 1 in check forgery case
The Slaton Police Department made an arrest in a case of a forged check. Sumya Jamice Johnson, 21, of Oklahoma, was arrested on a charge of forgery of a financial instrument. Sgt. Steve Dekraker said SPD was called to a bank located in the 1800 block of W. Division St. July 8 in reference to…
Read MoreSenior Center votes to delay reopening to after original Aug. 3 proposal
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Senior Citizens Center will be waiting a little bit longer before they reopen to seniors. The group voted in a telephone conference Wednesday morning (July 7) to delay reopening the center. The 8-2 decision was based on the recent uptick in COVID-19 reports in Texas. Director Nita Williams…
Read MoreLate Saturday accident sends 1 to hospital
The Slaton Police Department worked the scene of a one-vehicle car accident Saturday evening (July 11) under the overpass of Hwy. 84 along Division St. Sgt. Steve Dekraker said a female driver was traveling the wrong way on the highway, going westbound in the eastbound lane. As she was going up the overpass, she struck…
Read MoreFFA decorates town with flags for 4th of July
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Many folks might have been sleeping in July 4 to be ready for fireworks and other COVID-friendly festivities in the evening. Members of the Slaton FFA however, were up at 6:30 a.m. picking up and distributing flags throughout the town. They placed 300 flags in front of yards and businesses…
Read MoreDamron State Farm celebrates move to new location
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM When Joel and Misti Damron started work in Slaton as the new State Farm agents, they had a bit of a challenge in the first few months. “Our first year here in Slaton has been a roller-coaster to say the least. Shortly after we took over a huge fire…
Read MoreOld SHS yearbooks on sale
Those dreaming of finding a classic Slaton High School yearbook may be a step closer to finding that a reality. SHS is offering the community the opportunity to obtain yearbooks from days gone by. Those interested may stop by the high school office to claim one. They are first come first served, no holds allowed. …
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