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J. Martin Plaza/ Side Door Barber Shop & The Slatonite
By:Jenna Howle At 135 E Panhandle Street in downtown Slaton, J. Martin Plaza stands as a beacon for local businesses, housing both the Slaton Side Door Barber Shop and The Slatonite newspaper. Landlord and owner Justin Martin is committed to keeping the spirit of local entrepreneurship alive. “I just want to keep local businesses going,”…
Read MoreLibrary of Legacies Trick or Treat
By:Jenna Howle Library of Legacies in Slaton, had a great trick or treat event on Saturday, October 19th, from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m. Residents of the assisted living home enjoyed sitting outside their rooms to hand out candy to children from the Slaton community. A large crowd of kids showed up and the staff at…
Read MoreSlaton ISD Band
The Slaton High School Band will compete in the Area contest this Saturday at Lowrey Field, performing their show “The Iron Horse Coming Home,” which honors Slaton’s history. Along with their performance, the band is promoting donations to the Spirit of Slaton refurbishment project to restore the beloved landmark. The drumline recently won the Outstanding…
Read MoreCity Council Meeting
By:Jenna Howle The City of Slaton held a meeting on October 21, 2024, introducing four new police officers: Jose Gonzales, Raul Ascencio, Abigail Hargrove, and Brand Price. The council approved minutes from previous meetings and reported no changes in financial statements. Department updates included street paving progress, near completion of water meter installations, and the…
Read MoreSlaton ISD Board Meeting
By: Jenna Howle The Slaton Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees held a regular meeting on October 8, 2024, at the Slaton Administration Office. The meeting commenced promptly at 7:00 PM, with board members and community stakeholders in attendance. Board President called the meeting to order and established a quorum. Following the invocation and…
Read MoreSlaton Branch of Catholic Life Insurance Honors Local Sports Field with Flag Presentation
By:Jenna Howle In a heartfelt ceremony at the Lubbock Baseball Academy, the Slaton Branch of Catholic Life Insurance proudly presented both a U.S. Flag and a Texas Flag to the players and coaches at the Tracey Starkey Field in West Lubbock. This annual tradition, part of their Flag Day project, underscores the organization’s commitment to…
Read MoreBills Grill is now Open
By:Jenna Howle Slaton welcomes a new dining destination, Bill’s Grill, which officially opened its doors on September 23rd, 2024. Located at 1901 FM 400, this local spot is already making waves with its hearty menu and welcoming atmosphere. Bill’s Grill offers a range of mouthwatering options, from classic burgers like their normal hamburgers, cheeseburgers, and…
Read MoreSlaton St. Joseph’s Annual Sausage Festival
By:Jenna Howle The highly anticipated St. Joseph’s Annual Sausage Festival is back for another weekend of delicious food and exciting activities in Slaton, Texas, at the corner of 21st and Division. Taking place on Saturday, October 19, and Sunday, October 20, 2024, the event promises to offer something for everyone, from sausage sales…
Read MoreSlaton High School Class of 1984 Celebrates 40th Reunion
By:Jenna Howle On Saturday, September 28th, the Slaton High School Class of 1984 gathered for a memorable 40th reunion at Heirlooms Flowers & Gifts in Slaton, Texas. The event, which ran from 5 to 11 PM, brought together 24 classmates and 14 spouses, resulting in a delightful total of 38 attendees. Amidst laughter, nostalgia, and…
Read MoreThe Slatonite new location
By:Jenna Howle Exciting news from The Slatonite! We have officially relocated to our new office at 135 E Panhandle in Slaton, Texas. We are thrilled with the new space, which is perfectly sized for us and all we do. We invite the community to stop by and visit us in our new location! In addition…
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