Area News
Rubio named intern at The Slatonite
The Slatonite welcomes Adán Rubio as its summer intern. He is a junior at Tech University, majoring in journalism and pursuing a minor in general business. “Working at the Slatonite, I hope to gain more skills in the field of journalism that I can use in my future career. I am grateful for this opportunity…
Read MoreHarvey House to host Bingo
Slaton Harvey House, 400 Railroad Ave, will host Bingo Night Saturday (June 8) at 6 p.m. Entry fee is $30 for eight games, with three cards per game. There will also be pizza, salad and dessert, drinks, and a silent auction. For information, call 828-5900.
Read MoreSlaton, Ransom Canyon see decline in sales tax rebates
The City of Slaton saw a decrease in its sales tax rebate compared to the previous year’s month totals. Slaton received $65,860.05 in May, a 5.07 percent decrease from May 2018. Year-to-date, Slaton has received rebates totaling $268,567.85, a 5.49 percent increase from the 2018 year-to-date total of $254,583.37. Post and Ransom Canyon, saw decreases…
Read MoreRansom Canyon dedicates new bridge crossing stream
By Ron Cox Slatonite Correspondent A long sought dream came true last Sunday (June 2) when the newly built suspension bridge across the stream dividing the north and south side of the canyon was dedicated. Three concerned citizens decided the bridge would be a real benefit to Ransom Canyon residents. These citizens called themselves “The…
Read MoreMovies on the Wall begins season; changes in schedule announced
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Legacy Park was loud with laughter, music and fun Saturday (June 1) during the opening night of Movies on the Wall. Guests practiced their roping skills, played games of cornhole, danced to “Baby Shark” and other hits, or just relaxed and visited. As the sun set, they went to their…
Read MoreCity mourns deaths of Mayor, Commissioner
The City of Slaton lost two members within days of each other. Mayor D.W. “Dubbin” Englund died Tuesday (May 28) James A. “Buster” Tucker, Commissioner Ward IV, passed away May 23. “It is with great sadness that the City of Slaton announces the loss of two long-time city leaders, Mayor D.W. Englund and City Commissioner…
Read MoreSHS Class of 2019 celebrates 12 years of hard work, success
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Tears of joy, happiness and accomplishment were shed Thursday (May 23) as the more than 80 graduates of the Slaton High School Class of 2019 tossed their mortarboards into the air. Prior to commencements, the students came out with roses to present to family members, thanking them for their years…
Read MoreMan arrested after standoff
A Slaton man was arrested after a standoff May 22 in the 600 block of S. 8th St. Antonio Flores Garcia, 39, was arrested for violation of a protective order, charges of burglary of a habitation and resisting arrest, search or transport, and two counts of assault against a public servant. For more information, please…
Read MoreLocals honor veterans on Memorial Day
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Cemeteries can be a quiet place, with graves of those who fought in wars, from Spanish-American to Civil War, to the wars of the 20th century. Many are often ignored or not looked at closely to see the person’s date of service, where they served, et cetera. A group of…
Read MoreAnnual Movies on the Wall summer shows announced
The annual Movies on the Wall is set to begin this Saturday (June 1) at Slaton Legacy Park, 110 Texas Avenue. The nine movies showing for this year are: • June 1 – “Sing” • June 8 – “CoCo” • June 15 – “Up” • June 22 – “Moana” • June 29 – “The Lego…
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