Author: Mark Allen Meurer

Senior Citizens Center News & Info

SPOTLIGHTING SENIORS By Janet James Food for thought – Don’t sweat the small stuff – and it’s all small stuff. What were you doing last week?  At the center they were playing Dominoes, Pool, Bingo, and Am-Track. Plus there is…

Not Ashamed of the Gospel (Rom 1:8-17)

By: Curtis Baker  Last week as we opened up our study of Romans, we began with an essential question: What is the Gospel?  Paul, who is writing this letter to the Christians at Rome, claims in the opening six verses…

No Oil Yet!

No Oil at Hwy 84 & Buffalo Lakes Road.  A close source has communicated with MySlaton that there is no oil at the hopeful location.  The hole as been cemented shut.  The oil drilling rig has been moved to property…

Women’s Chamber – Amazing!

“Mark, these pictures were from the Spirit of Christmas hosted by the Women’s Division. It was amazing! by Elizabeth Martinez Women’s Division of Chamber of Commerce – President

5th Friday Art – Jan 31

ANNOUNCING: The first 5th Friday Arts on the Slaton Square Event for 2014 will be held this month on January 31st. The Art Galleries on the Square will be open from 6-9 pm showcasing talented visual artists from Texas Tech’s…

On Sale Now! Slaton’s Online Boutique

BlingItFirst.com is open for business.  This is a Slaton Online-Boutique of Ladies Fashions!  Sale Starts Today!   Visit the Store that is owned by Gail Meurer and her daughter Jessica Meurer-Lunsford. ON SALE NOW!  BlingItFirst.com BlingItFirst.com

Sweatpants On Sale! Slaton High

The Junior class at SHS is raising money to pay for prom this year and we need your help!  The Junior Class Prom Committee and I have created affordable sweatpants designed with the Slaton Logo.  They are drawstring at the…

Sr Citizens Center News & Info

SPOTLIGHTING SENIORS By Janet James Food for thought – Funny, I don’t remember being absent minded… We held our Site Council meeting Monday Jan. 6. Those attending were Sandy Goodner, Beverly Droemer, Pat Dawson, Earl Eblen, Imogene Davis, Louise Brake,…

Chamber: New Officers and New Directors

The Chamber of Commerce elected new officers.  Ann Marie Wright – Pres., Jay Hurst – VP, Julee Becker-Sec!  Welcome three new directors – James Villanueva, Blake Swanner and Mike Delano.

What is the Gospel? (Rom 1:1-7)

By: Curtis Baker As we begin our series on the letter of Romans, there is a question we must answer which will be very important to the rest of our study–“What is the gospel?”  For those of you who have…

Jerry @ The Lake #001 Brazos River

by Jerry Kitten   www.JerryAtTheLake.com The Caddoan Indians The Brazos River is the longest river in Texas which is 840 miles and the one with the greatest discharge. The Brazos is probably the river that the Caddoan linguistic group called TOKONOHONO…

An Introduction to Romans

By: Curtis Baker As we begin a new year together here in Slaton, I would like to take up a new course of study with you. When I first began writing this article, nearly five years ago now, my intention…

Southland ISD News, Dates, Menu…

by Toby Miller (email) Welcome back to school!  I hope everyone had a good break and is rested up for a terrific Spring semester. Southland Local Stock Show will be held on Saturday, January 11, 2014, at the Southland Agriculture…

Slaton Tigerettes beat Post 42-35 – District

The Slaton Tigerettes beat the Post Lady Antelopes Friday night in their district opener.  The girls play Idalou (here) Tuesday for their second district game.  The boys begin district Friday, Jan 10, as they travel to Roosevelt with the Varsity…

Random Thoughts by TP from 2013

From Tony Privett (email) Here is my annual list of things I heard (or heard again) the past year that made me chuckle. Thanks to all, living and deceased who authored these gems.  Names omitted to protect the guilty.  If…

Support Meetings Offered

Slaton Care Center would like to wish each & everyone a Happy New Year! Starting in January we will have “Support Group” Meetings for our family members & anyone else in the community. More details later.

Senior Citizens Center News!

SPOTLIGHTING SENIORS By Janet James Food for thought – I wish you and yours a very Happy New Year. We had 30 people playing Bingo on Monday Dec. 23.  There were 3 secret prizes.  Those who won were Valerie Alva,…

A Few Days Off!

The MySlaton.com staff are taking a bit of a break until Jan 6, 2014! We will not have as many postings for a few days! We have new programs and announcements coming in 2014!

Merry Christmas! By: Curtis Baker

By: Curtis Baker Christmas is my favorite time of year.  I don’t think it would be false to say that my whole year orients around Christmas.  I love it when the leaves are beginning to change—when I know Thanksgiving is…

SLATON FOOTBALL ALL DISTRICT

ALL DISTRICT First Team – DEFENSE Tackles: Chandler Craig, Jr., Idalou; Austin Bachman, Jr., Denver City; Jordan Underhill, Jr., Denver City Ends: Tyree Williams, Sr., Slaton; Simon Jacquez, Jr., Brownfield; Noel Corral, Sr., Denver City; Kleat Smith, Sr., Idalou Linebackers:…

Santa Red & Blue – Volunteers Needed Sat 8:45 AM

Slaton Police Chief Trevor Barnes said that there are close to 100 applications approved for the Saturday morning delivery of Santa Red & Blue.  He has asked that volunteers meet at the police station no later than 8:45 AM Saturday…

Senior Citizens Center News!

SPOTLIGHTING SENIORS By Janet James Food for thought – He who laughs frightens away his problems. Come by and see our beautiful Christmas tree and all the other decorations.  Our tree decorating party was held on Tuesday evening – the…

Santa at Kids Closet

Santa will be at the Kids Closet Saturday, Dec 21 1-3pm.  Bring the kids to tell Santa what they would like for Christmas!