Area News
Election tied for Ward I Commissioner
From Staff Reports The Ward I Commissioner seat after the election ended in a tie Saturday (May 6) on Election Night. In unofficial results both incumbent Tony Newton and challenger Mike DeLano received 50 percent of the vote with 10 votes each. A total of 38 voters from Ward I voted in the Election –…
Read MoreBaseball advances to Area, track to compete at State
From Staff Reports The Slaton Tiger baseball and track teams are having a busy May, walking away with some hardware and eyeing more before the 2022-23 school year comes to a close. So are runners from Southland and Roosevelt, who are competing in State track. The baseball team won its Bi-District series against River Road…
Read MoreCity hears 2022 fiscal audit report, amends resolution
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The City of Slaton Commissioners heard an audit for fiscal year ending in 2022, as well as approved project incentives, Monday evening (May 8) during its monthly meeting. David Copeland gave the audit presentation. He said the City was “taking baby steps in the right direction,” and the City did…
Read MoreAthletes honored during annual banquet
From Staff Reports Slaton High School athletes were honored for their accomplishments during the 2022-23 school year Thursday evening (May 4) during the annual Athletic Banquet at the High School. Kat Castillo and Kolbi McCord shared top honors as Miss Tigerette this year, while CJ Anzley was honored as Mr. Tiger. For a list of…
Read MoreGetting breakfast ready
Members of Cub Scout Pack 127 cook pancakes, sausage and other items to serve at a Fly-In brunch Saturday (May 6) at the Texas Air Museum at the Larry T. Neal Memorial Slaton Municipal Airport. Brunch items such as sausage wraps and hot dogs were also served. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read MoreElection Day Saturday for Ward I seat
From Staff Reports Early voting has ended in Texas, including for the City of Slaton Ward I Commissioner race. As of press time Tuesday (May 2) a total of 25 Ward I residents have cast ballots. Election Day is May 6 from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Voting will be at the Slaton Community Clubhouse, 750 W.…
Read MoreA handoff to a State appearance
Brayden Brown hands the baton to Zamion Davila during the Area 4×200 meter dash race earlier this year. The 4×200 team won the Regional title Friday and Saturday (April 28-29) in Regional, also setting a new Regional record. Slaton, Roosevelt and Southland will be sending athletes to the State track meet, which will be conducted…
Read More3 schools send runners to State track meet
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Slaton, Roosevelt and Southland High Schools will be seeing the track at Austin, as all three schools qualified runners to the State track meet in Austin. Slaton qualified in three events; Roosevelt in two; and Southland in one. Wilson also finished strong in Regional contest. For the Tigers, qualifying to…
Read MoreTrustees approve SISD lone finalist
From Staff Reports Shelli Crow was formally hired as the new Slaton Independent School District Superintendent Tuesday morning (May 2) during a special meeting of the SISD board of trustees. She was approved by a vote of 6-0, pending contract. Trustee Irma Jaramillo was absent. Crow was named the lone finalist for the position during…
Read MoreClean up time
Residents in Ransom Canyon cleared debris and other trash from around their homes, lake and area Saturday (April 29) during a Firewise Clean Up day. The event was done as a means to make the area look, and be, safe and look good for all to enjoy. (Photo courtesy of Ransom Canyon residents)
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