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Section of Woodrow Road reopened after repairs made
Slatonite GM Woodrow Road between 20th St. and Hwy. 84 Business has reopened for use. The road reopened Wednesday afternoon (April 10), with only some minor work left to the curbing and gutters. It was dedicated in a ceremony Friday afternoon (April 12). Mayor Clif Shaw gave comments about the importance of the road’s completion.…
Read MoreCity promotes officers, adjusts billing rates
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM Four Slaton Police Department officers received promotions as part of a busy City Commissioner Meeting Monday evening (April 8) at City Hall. Chief of Police Ross Hester presented the officers with their new badges and stripes. Tyler Jones was promoted to lieutenant, Joseph Kibitlewski was promoted to sergeant, David Carmargo…
Read MoreSlaton, Roosevelt Track compete in District
Xzavion Whaley passes the baton to Zamion Davila during the Slaton Tigers’ 4×100 District Championship winning race Friday (April 5) at District Track in Abernathy. For more photos and results for both Slaton and Roosevelt, please read the Thursday edition of The Slatonite. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read MoreSlaton Education Foundation hosts 1st ever Gala
By Melissa McCaghren Slatonite GM “The Future’s So Bright.” Locals wanted to ensure that goal for Slaton Independent School District students they gathered together to raise money for that goal Saturday evening (April 6) during the first-ever Slaton Education Foundation Gala at the Overton Hotel and Convention Center in Lubbock. A rough total of $137,000…
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Slaton, nation views solar eclipse
From Staff Reports Slaton residents and others across the state and nation went outside to see the solar eclipse Monday afternoon (April 8). The town did not see a full eclipse; however, about 90 percent of the sun was hidden when the moon moved between the earth and sun. Several groups, including Sonic and the…
Read MoreBoard discusses platting, zoning ordinances
From Staff Reports The Planning and Zoning Board discussed two ordinances during its monthly meeting Tuesday afternoon (April 5) at City Hall. Both were approved to move forward to the City Council meeting, which will be conducted Monday (April 8) at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall chambers. The Board approved an Ordinance providing for…
Read MoreEaster Egg Hunt Fun
Above, children run around outside Slaton Care Center collecting Easter eggs, under the watchful eye of the Easter Bunny and family, Friday (March 29). There were several Egg hunts this year around town and at the schools. To see more photos, please read the Thursday edition of The Slatonite. (Slatonite photo/Melissa McCaghren)
Read MoreSlaton uncomparable in March sales tax rebates
The City of Slaton could not compare its tax rebates in March, at it could not be compared to last year’s after a rebate was given in 2023. Slaton received $56,944.08 in March, uncomparable from March 2023’s $0.00 received. Year-to-date, Slaton has received rebates totaling $233,740.01, a 58.75 percent increase from the 2023 year-to-date total…
Read MoreTexas Air Museum to host Fly-in Lunch, Sale April 13
The Texas Air Museum will have its annual Fly-in Lunch and Hangar Sale April 13 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Slaton Municipal Airport, 2 miles north of Slaton on FM 400. Lunch includes hamburgers, hot dogs, sausage warps and fixings. A donation is requested for the meal. There will be various items at the…
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