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SISD elects trustees, RISD passes bond
From Staff Reports Slaton and Roosevelt Independent School Districts will see new faces and passing of bonds for school construction after Election Night Saturday (May 3). In unofficial votes for SISD, Emily Hargrave was elected to one At-Large trustee seat, receiving 247 votes for 48.24 percent of the vote. Kara Newcomb was re-elected to her…
Read MorePreparing for OAP State
Above, Bessie (Sydney Simmons), Margaret (Karagyn Scott) and Alice (Kyndal Grimes) revisit Margaret’s life during a rehearsal of “The Drowning Girls.” The State UIL One Act Play will perform at RISD Friday (May 9) at 6 p.m. at the Elementary Auditorium and then compete May 14 at Austin. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite photos)
Read MoreA time of prayer
The community gathers in prayer for the State, nation, schools and other areas Thursday afternoon (May 1) during National Day of Prayer. The Slaton Junior High School Choir also sang at the event, and several pastors and members of the Ministerial Alliance lead in prayer. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite photo)
Read MoreMinisterial Alliance Chili supper fundraiser Saturday
The Ministerial Alliance will host a fundraiser May 10, from 5-7 p.m., at the Clubhouse, 750 W. Garza St.. Suggested donation for the chili and cornbread supper is $5. The Ministerial Alliance, made up of representatives from the different churches in Slaton, united to help with the benevolence needs of the community. Instead of having…
Read MoreSlaton sees drop in April sales tax rebates
The City of Slaton saw an decrease in sales tax revenues for the month of April. Slaton received $47,762.41 in April, an 25.75 percent decrease from April 2024’s $64,329.20. Year-to-date, Slaton has received rebates totaling $257,994.06 in April, a 10.44 percent decrease from April 2024’s $288,069.21. Buffalo Springs and Wilson saw an increase over the…
Read MoreSEDCO approves funding Downtown Strategies Plan
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor The Slaton Economic Development Corporation approved the first year of a Downtown Strategies Plan Thursday (April 17) during its regular meeting. Director Lezlee Harlan said they presented the plan to the Commissioners Court to see if it would sponsor half of the $90,000 over three years cost using funding set…
Read MoreThe thrill of the egg hunt
Children of all ages enjoy Easter egg hunts at Slaton Care Center, pictured, Wilson Park and Elgie Allen Park Friday and Saturday (April 18 and 19). This was the first time for the Egg Hunt at Elgie Allen Park. The events were one of several to celebrate Easter. For more photos, please read the Thursday…
Read MoreBusiness After Hours
Chamber members and guests enjoy appetizers and visiting during a Slaton Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event Thursday (April 17) at The Combine. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite)
Read MoreNational Day of Prayer in Slaton set for May 1
The Slaton Ministerial Alliance will host a National Day of Prayer May 1 at 7 p.m. at the Gazebo on the square in Slaton. Ross Hester, Chief of Slaton Police Department, will post the American Flag and the pledge will be led by two local veterans from Hearts Together Church of Christ: Averd Parks who…
Read MoreSlaton Softball celebrates 7 Seniors during annual Night
From Staff Reports Seven Slaton High School Senior Softball players were honored Thursday evening (April 17) during Senior Night. They were Kaylynn Salazar, Allison Ortiz, Adri Gonzales, Savannah Riojas, Kam Barrera, Madison Ortiz and Ariana Mendez. The team finished their last regular season game with a win, defeating Littlefield 4-2, and qualified for playoffs finishing…
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