Area News
City to search for new Municipal Judge
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor The City of Slaton Commissioners approved the resignation of Judge Danielle Novier and authorized the search for a new judge for Slaton Municipal Court Monday (Oct. 20) during its regular meeting at City Hall. Novier had taken over for Judge Tory J (TJ) McAuley after he died in November 2024.…
Read More2 Bands qualify for Area Contest
From Staff Reports The Slaton High School Mighty Tiger Band and Roosevelt High School Band have something to play big and bold. SHS and RHS are heading to Area Marching. Both schools received all Div. I’s for their performances Saturday (Oct. 18) during UIL High School Marching Contest at Lowery Field. Both bands will compete…
Read MoreFestival Fun
Guests purchase packages of either plain, jalepeño or habanero sausage Saturday (Oct. 18) during the annual St. Joseph’s Sausage Festival and Oktoberfest. For more photos, please read the Thursday edition of The Slatonite. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite)
Read MoreTrustees approve new transportation vehicle, report
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite Editor The Slaton Independent School District Board of Trustees approved the purchase of a new student transportation vehicle and the FIRST report Tuesday evening (Oct. 14) at the Administration Building. Art Martin, Chief Financial Officer, said there were more students participating than ever in extracurricular activities for the school, but SISD…
Read MoreWelding contest
Slaton High School Team 1 weld a project Thursday during the S-Town Build Off Thursday (Oct. 16) at the Mitchell-Overturff building. Team 1 won the meet, and Slaton’s Team 2 placed fourth overall for their projects. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite)
Read MoreSEDCO hears updates, makes donations to events
From Staff Reports The Slaton Economic Development Corporation approved donations to two events and received an update on the Oct. 7 Input Session Thursday afternoon (Oct. 16) during its regular meeting. Executive Director Lezlee Harlan said businesses and citizens were “eager” about improving the Downtown area. She added there have been 15 benches contracted to…
Read MoreSEDCO conducts Downtown session
The Slaton Economic Development Corporation conducted a Downtown Slaton Input Session Oct. 7 at Slaton City Hall. Many local businesses attended. Executive Director Lezlee Harlan said she wanted to reach out and do another meeting again, wanting to make sure the conversations and excitement on how to improve the Square did not “die down.” She…
Read MoreCheering with the alumni
Members of the Slaton High School cheer and alumni cheer perform the school fight song, during an alumni pep rally Friday (Oct. 10) at the school. The football team defeated Littlefield to open District. For story, please read the Thursday edition of The Slatonite. (Melissa McCaghren/The Slatonite)
Read MoreSlaton, Area prepares to host Halloween events
From Staff Reports Several groups in Slaton are celebrating Halloween in festive fashion this year. Library of Legacies will conduct a Trunk or Treat from 2-3 p.m. Saturday (Oct. 18) at its location, 1420 Woodrow Road. The event is free, and children can wear their costumes to the event. Slaton Chamber of Commerce will again…
Read MoreRoosevelt XC wins District, Slaton’s Barron advances
From Staff Reports The Roosevelt High School Eagles Cross Country will all come to “fly” at Regionals, while Slaton High School’s Izzy Barron also advances to the Regional Meet. Roosevelt swept first place – individually and teams – Monday morning (Oct. 6) during District 3A University Interscholastic League Cross Country at Slaton. RHS Coach Kim…
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