Area News
Andrus Lone Finalist for SISD superintendent
The Slaton Independent School District Board of Trustees has named Jim Andrus as the Lone Finalist for the Superintendent’s position at SISD. By state statute, the Board must now wait 21 days before action can be taken to employ Andrus. He has been the Assistant Superintendent in charge of instruction at SISD since 2018. He…
Read MoreSHS plans virtual 2020 graduation
The Class of 2020 will indeed get a graduation – just not quite the type they had envisioned. Instead, it will be a virtual graduation. Students will receive a link in their Gmail if they haven’t already to schedule a time to receive their diplomas in full cap and gown attire in the gymnasium. They…
Read MoreTracks Nutrition offering healthy teas, shakes
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Those wanting to get back on track with their fitness during this current pandemic might have a new way to get in line. Tracks Nutrition, 133 S. 9th St., opened up April 17 for its first day of business. Owners Angela and Larry Rocha have been Herbalife distributors for several…
Read MoreHumble Grounds serving coffee, making connections
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The coronavirus may try to keep people down and depressed. Humble Grounds, located at 152 S. 8th St., wants to instead help pick folks up – physically and spiritually. Karen Hybner, owner, said they opened up about did a soft opening about four weeks ago, mostly due to their licensing.…
Read MoreDelta Ag to bring world of hemp farming, drying here
From Staff Reports Slaton is known for many products: cotton, feed, sunflowers and soon…hemp. Delta Agriculture Partners is bringing hemp farming and processing to town. The processing facility will be located at 650 N. 9th St. Hemp was for cultivation in 2018 by the Texas Department of Agriculture. When this was approved, Slaton residents Chris…
Read MoreCOVID-19 cases at 13, more than 450 county
The City of Slaton had its first confirmed case of COVID-19 reported last Tuesday (April 14). Since then there have been 12 more confirmed cases, bringing the total up to 13 with one recovery. They make up part of Lubbock County’s total of more than 400 cases. There have been 32 deaths in the county…
Read MoreJohnson named new Athletic Director at SISD
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Independent School District has announced their new Athletic Director. Lawrence Johnson will take over the reigns from Jeff Caffey, who tendered his resignation last month. “I’m just honored and blessed I’ve been given this opportunity to come back to Slaton,” said Johnson, thankful to have the chance to…
Read MoreSchools closed for year, Board discusses effects
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Independent School District Board of Trustees met Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday (April 17) announced that the school year is officially over in classes. No campuses will reopen this year, affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. This also impacted seniors in academics and athletic contests: UIL officially cancelled sports…
Read MoreHonoring the Care Center Heroes
A sign supporting the Slaton Care Center workers adorns the outside of its building along Division St. The center along with Library of Legacies is doing what they can to protect their residents from COVID-19. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read MoreTrustees announce lone finalist for superintendent
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Independent School District Board of Trustees interviewed the superintendent candidate finalists for the next Superintendent Tuesday (April 21) during a special meeting at the administration office. The lone finalist is Jim Andrus, who is currently assistant superintendent for Slaton ISD. A full story will be in next weeks’…
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