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Andre Trotty passes off the baton to anchor leg Ethan Anzley as they make their way to a first place District finish Friday (April 8) at the District Track Meet. For more sports, please read the Thursday edition of The Slatonite. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read MoreHarvey House to host Pancake event April 23
The Slaton Harvey House invites the community to a Pancakes and Sausages event April 23 from 8:30-11 a.m. at the Slaton Harvey House, 400 Railroad Ave. across from Caprock Santa Fe Credit Union. Everyone is invited to attend, and pancakes and sausages, along with beverages, will be served. Donations will be accepted, and will benefit…
Read MoreCircus Time
Slaton residents buy tickets and walk to the circus tent to enjoy the Culpepper and Merriweather Circus April 5. The circus, whose appearance was sponsored by the Slaton Lions Club, had a one day stop in town, with two showings. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read MoreSEDCO approves 3 incentives for businesses
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Economic Development Corporation approved three incentives to three businesses Tuesday afternoon (April 5) during a special meeting. The Board met early in the meeting in executive session. When they reconvened, the Board approved the incentives, subject also to City council approval. They approved Library of Legacies an incentive…
Read MoreFly-in Breakfast helps Cub Scout Pack learn skills
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Cub Scout Pack 127 was quite busy Saturday morning (April 2) beating eggs, flipping sausages and pancakes to feed a group of 85 people – with help of their parents. The Pack helped with a Fly-In Breakfast at the Neal Aircraft Hangar at the Slaton Municipal Airport. Cubmaster…
Read MoreAll Pro Dad to start April 29 at CTE
All Pro Dad will have its first meeting April 29 from 7:15-8 a.m. in the Cathelene Thomas Elementary Library. The group will be a parent led, school supported club to encourage strong family connections and experiences for students. The program was started across the nation by former NFL Head Coach Tony Dungy who wanted to…
Read MorePutting out a fire
Members of the Slaton Fire Department work the scene of a fire in the 600 block of N. 9th St. Tuesday afternoon (April 5). The fire was quickly extinguished and was controlled to the one area. The fire was one of several the County has dealt with in the past few weeks due to dry…
Read MoreSlaton, cities earn more gains in March sales tax rebates
The City of Slaton saw an increase in its sales tax rebates again in March compared to the previous year’s totals. Slaton received $50,734.73 in March, a 13.03 percent increase from March 2021’s total of $44,885.72. Year-to-date, Slaton has received rebates totaling $187,164.55 a 8.96 percent increase from the 2021 year-to-date total of $171,671.65. Every…
Read More4 honored at annual Chamber Banquet
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Four Slaton citizens were honored as Man, Woman, Boss and Volunteer of the Year Monday morning (March 29) during the Slaton Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Awards Banquet. Honored were Man of the Year Dennis Horn, Woman of the Year Lynn Nowlin, Boss of the Year Terrica Taylor and Volunteer of…
Read MoreDiaz wins bronze, RHS Powerlifting finish strong at State competition
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Senior JJ Diaz struck metal at the 2022 Texas High School Powerlifting Association State Powerlifting Contest Saturday (March 26) in Abilene. Diaz finished third in Weight Class 220 with a total of 1,620 pounds. All four State finalists finished strong in the meet, all placing and none bombing out. Alex…
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