Area News
City approves Barnes separation agreement
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The City of Slaton Commissioners approved a separation agreement with former Chief of Police Trevor Barnes Monday evening (Oct. 16) during its regular monthly meeting. Mayor Clif Shaw said the agrement had been reached and once the commission passed it the agreement became public record. During public comment, several people…
Read MoreSlaton Education Foundation created to help teachers, students
From Staff Reports The Slaton Education Foundation was formed to benefit the education and future of all students and teachers in Slaton ISD. We will use the funds raised to reward teacher excellence and program success, as well as grant funding for school programs and teacher needs that cannot be met with current funding. Its…
Read MoreLubbock Antique, Collectors’ Club visits several local businesses
Chad Wilson, standing, shows some historic baking items to members of the Lubbock Antique and Collectors’ Club Thursady afternoon (Oct. 12) at the Slaton Bakery. The group then went to the Antique Mall and Museum later on. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read More54th annual St. Joseph Sausage Festival to be conducted this weekend
The 54th Annual Oktoberfest and Sausage Festival will be Oct. 21-22 at St. Joseph’s Hall. Sausage sales will be conducted Oct. 21 from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. or sellout. Regular, Jalapeño, and Habanero Sausage (cured and vacuum sealed) will be sold by the package. Online pre-orders available at https://store.slatonsausage.com. These will be picked up the day…
Read MoreTrustees conduct hearing on FIRST Rating
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Independent School District Board of Trustees conducted a public hearing of the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas, or FIRST, Report Monday evening (Oct. 9) during its monthly meeting. Board President Carlos Bentancourt opened up the hearing at 7:10 p.m. Chief Financial Officer Art Martin said the FIRST…
Read More1st-ever Pink Ribbon Run set for Oct. 21
Slaton’s first ever Pink Ribbon Run will take place on Oct. 21. The race will begin at 10 a.m. in front of Slat-Co Printing. Jennifer Ojeda, who created the run, was inspired by her friend, Michelle Lopez. Lopez is a breast cancer survivor but knowing her daily battle describes her as a warrior. …
Read MoreWilson High students, faculty see benefits from school remodel
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM For some time, Wilson High School students spent the year learning their lessons in the old bank just down the road from their High School was, including last year. This year, they were welcomed back to the building, albeit with no auditorium, bigger classes and a fresh inside look. Superintendent…
Read MoreEnjoying a pancake breakfast
Guests enjoy a pancake breakfast at the Slaton Senior Citizens Center Saturday (Oct. 7). The event was a fundraiser for Meals on Wheels. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read MoreSlaton sees decrease in September tax rebates
The City of Slaton saw an increase in sales tax revenues for the month of September. Slaton received $59,386.56 in September, a 2.31 percent decrease from September 2022’s $60,777.67. Year-to-date, Slaton has received rebates totaling $537,193.23, a 6.74 percent decrease from the 2022 year-to-date total of $576,060.24. Post also saw a decrease over the same…
Read MoreFarmer, Farm Hand, Railroader of Year honored
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Chamber of Commerce honored three people for their work as farmers, farm hands and railroaders Monday morning (Sept. 25) during the Slaton Ag & Commerce Luncheon at First Baptist Church. Those honored were Tracy Heinrich, Farmer of the Year; Fermin Garcia, Farm Hand of the Year, and Demetric…
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