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SEDCO discusses delay in transition, potential businesses coming to town
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Economic Development Corporation found they have hit a slight stall in their transition to a Type B Corporation Thursday (Oct. 17) during its monthly meeting. Barbara Hopper, executive director, said the change over could be delayed until the first of the year. “There’s a possibility because of the…
Read MoreTrick or Treat: groups to offer Halloween goodies
All treats, no tricks are being offered at several places around town this upcoming Halloween week. Our Lady of Guadalupe will have Harvest Festival Sunday (Oct. 27) from 4-7 p.m. Library of Legacies will host its Trunk or Treat Oct. 29 from 5:30-7 p.m. at 1420 W. Woodrow Road. Cathelene Thomas Elementary will host “Harry…
Read MoreCelebrating 50 years of Sausage Festival, Oktoberfest
Eric Hybner tells customers about the types of sausage for sale Saturday (Oct. 19) during the 50th anniversary of Sausage Fest at St. Joseph’s Hall. For more photos, please read the Thursday edition of the Slatonite. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read More5 running on special election ballot to become Mayor of Slaton
Five candidates for Slaton Mayor were given a series of questions by The Slatonite before the upcoming special election. Sonny Bullard, Coy Evans, John Gatica, Lynn Nowlin and Cliff Shaw are on the ballot. Also for Ward IV, there is also an election for Commissioner. Early Voting begins Oct. 21 through Nov. 1, while Election…
Read More3 vie for spot as Commissioner Ward IV in upcoming special election
Three candidates for Commissioner Ward IV were given a series of questions by The Slatonite before the upcoming special election. Charlie Haynes, Terry Reeves and Vernon Steese are running for Commissioner Ward IV. Early Voting begins Oct. 21 through Nov. 1, Polling place is the Slaton ISD Administration Office, 140 E. Panhandle Ave., from 8…
Read MoreOld barber shop gets new life as a cosmetology class
By Melissa McCaghren The Slatonite Smith’s Barber Shop may have been closed down for some time, but it now is bringing in a new era of cosmetology workers. Slaton High School recently had the opportunity to rent the space to expand their cosmetology department. “When the building became available, the Masons contacted us to make…
Read MoreSausage festival to celebrate 50 years
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Sausage links, music, auctions and fun await guests attending the 50th anniversary of Sausage Festival Saturday (Oct. 19) 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. and Oktoberfest 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday (Oct. 20) 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the St. Joseph Hall. David Buxkemper, head of the event,…
Read MoreSISD board approves policies
The Board of Education for Slaton ISD had a relatively light meeting Tuesday (Oct. 8) at the Administration Office. The board approved HDC Texas in the amount of $2,273,296 for the Career Center and alternative 1B for $256,030 as specified in a bid packet. The project funding will be from a combination of bond and…
Read MoreCity prepares for Nov. 5 special election
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The City Commissioners were busy preparing for the Nov. 5 special election on Monday evening (Oct. 7) during its monthly meeting. The special election is to fill the positions of Mayor and City Commissioner Ward IV, previously held by the late D.W. “Dubbin” Englund and James A. “Buster” Tucker respectively,…
Read MoreBoot Scootin’ time
Guests enjoyed an evening dancing to the sounds of The Rex Thomas Band (above) Friday (Oct. 4) during Boot Scootin’ on the Square. Also performing was TJ Broscoff’s Southern Satellite. The event was presented by Lorentz and Centennial Bank and hosted by the Slaton Chamber of Commerce. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
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