Area News
Slaton sees rise in January sales tax rebates
The City of Slaton saw an increase in sales tax revenues for the month of January. Slaton received $61,917.30 in January, a 0.59 percent increase from January 2023’s $61,551. Year-to-date, Slaton has received rebates totaling $61,917.30 in January, a 0.59 percent increase from January 2024’s $61,551. . Post, Ransom Canyon Buffalo Springs and Post saw…
Read MoreSlaton Show, Shine set for Saturday
Guests look at a variety of vintage cars during a Slaton Show and Shine Jan. 1 at Texas 1809. The event returns Saturday (April 6) starting at 9 a.m. The event is hosted by Texas 1809, Coffee Wizards and Zarate Automotive. The public is invited. (Slatonite file photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read MoreWorking on roof repairs
Workers with RB3 Roofing and Construction from Dallas work on repairing the St. Joseph Parish Hall roof Friday (March 29). They were working on the roofs at the Parish Hall, old St. Joseph’s Academy, and the church. (Slatonite photo/Eloitha Zapata-Martinez)
Read MoreSEDCO listens to Retail Coach
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Area Economic Development Corporation heard a presentation from Aaron Farmer of The Retail Coach Wednesday (March 20) during a special meeting of the board. He said his company helps identify retail opportunities and actively try to recruit restaurants and businesses to the community. Farmer said they would use…
Read MoreMeeting the new Police Chief
Holly Hester pins R. Hester’s badge onto his uniform. R. Hester started his first day on the job as new Police Chief March 18. A new investigator was also sworn in this week. For more photos of both events, please read the Thursday edition of The Slatonite. (Slatonite photos/Melissa McCaghren)
Read MoreFire Department to test emergency sirens monthly
From Staff Reports The Slaton Fire Department has announced it will begin testing the emergency sirens monthly. The testing period will be the first Monday of every month to ensure they are in working order should an actual emergency occur. They are currently working on a system that will relay emergency alerts to phones. When…
Read MoreAntique Mall to close permanently Saturday
From Staff Reports A long time business in Slaton is shutting its doors in Slaton. Town Square Antique Mall, located at 115 W. Lubbock St. in Slaton, will close its doors for the last time Saturday (March 30). The store opened in July 2002 during the Classic Car Show. It has been in business…
Read MoreLions Burgers and More
Greg Dyess cooks hamburgers Thursday afternoon (March 21) during The Lions Club’s Annual Burgers and More event. The money goes toward three $2,000 scholarships for Slaton High School grads. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read MorePancake breakfast
Guests enjoy a pancake breakfast and visit during the Slaton Harvey House Pancake Breakfast Saturday (March 23). (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read MoreCity reminds public to obtain garage sale permits
The start of Spring and warmer weather means the start of regular garage sales. The City of Slaton wants to remind people they must have a garage sale permit in order to have one. Fines could be up to $200 for not following the conditions to conduct a sale. Those who want to have a…
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