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Applications to file for Slaton ISD At-Large Trustee open
Applications for a place on the Slaton Independent School District Trustee regular election ballot opened Wednesday (Jan. 19) and will continue through Feb. 18. Those interested in filing an application in person can visit the Slaton Administration Office, 140 E. Panhandle St., Slaton, TX 79364. Those who wish to mail applications for a place by…
Read MoreDental office transitions ownership to new dentist
Dr. Donna Winchester announced the transition of ownership of her dental practice to Dr. Richard McCasland. It was effective Jan. 10. McCasland grew up in Midland and graduated from Texas Tech University in 1991. He attended the University of Texas Dental School in San Antonio and graduated in 1996. After dental school, McCasland joined the…
Read MoreSlaton year starts strong in January sales tax rebates
The City of Slaton saw an increase in its sales tax rebates again in January compared to the previous year’s totals. Slaton received $55,697.21 in January, a 16.06 percent increase from January 2021’s total of $47,986.77. Year-to-date, Slaton has received rebates totaling $55,697.21, a 16.06 percent increase from the 2021 year-to-date total of $47,986.77. Every…
Read MoreMcAuley named new Municipal Court Judge
From Staff Reports The City of Slaton has a new Municipal Court Judge. Tory J. “TJ” McAuley started his first day of work Monday (Jan. 17) at City Hall. He will work only on Mondays every week. McAuley replaces Pam King, who resigned in December. Her resignation was effective the day McAuley started. King will…
Read MoreApplications to file for Commissioner election open
Applications for a place on the City of Slaton regular election ballot opened Wednesday (Jan. 19) and will continue through Feb. 18. Those interested in filing an application in person can visit City Hall, 130 S. 9th St., and visit the Office of the City Secretary, Pam King. Those who wish to mail applications for…
Read MoreTrustees honored during appreciation month
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The Slaton Independent School District Board of Trustees were recognized as part of School Board Appreciation Month Thursday evening (Jan. 13) during the Board’s monthly meeting. Mayor Clif Shaw read a declaration in honor of the month, and Trustees received a book and bookmark from the District as thanks for…
Read MoreTrevino selected to attend West Point
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Alex Trevino, a senior at Roosevelt High School, has had a senior year of dreams so far. He was part of the first ever State qualifying football team for the Eagles, and now has a bronze medal to show for it. Trevino was also named the Lone Star Varsity Player…
Read MoreHeirloom Flowers & Goods opens a cornucopia of ideas
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM An old lumber yard took on a new life as a florist and gift store when Heirloom Flowers & Goods opened its doors in January. Owners Danielle Talkmitt and Kandyce Parsons bought the old Slaton Lumber Yard in October and took about three months to get to their goal of…
Read MoreSlaton High Cheer team competes at State contest
From Staff Reports The Slaton High School team competed in the UIL Spirit Championships in Fort Worth Jan. 13. The top 20 teams advance to the finals and Slaton just missed out of qualifying for that round. Head Coach Sarah Rodriquez said the team practiced for several weeks a performance that consisted of band dance,…
Read MoreCouncil hears presentation on grants, items
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM The City of Slaton Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing a submission of a Community Development Block Grant Cares Act Application to help the Slaton Senior Citizens Center Monday evening (Jan. 10) during its monthly meeting. Jake McAdams with public management said this was the final action to allow them to…
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