New Book – Best Selling Author and Vietnam Veteran

by Chad Wilson

Former Slatonite Dennis Brooks, Best Selling Author and Vietnam Veteran who received 2 Bronze Stars for Valor, 28 air medals, 2 Purple Hearts and a Congressional Life Saving Medal had a book signing at The Slaton Bakery on Saturday June 14th.  Many people were on hand.  Some of which came all the way from Snyder Tx.  In addition, Mayor Dubbin Englund presented Mr. Brooks with a “Key To The City” for his sacrifices and service to his country during Vietnam and for documenting it in his Best Selling Book titled “Above it All.”  If you missed the book signing, they are available for purchase at The Slaton Bakery.  Proceeds benefiting the Wounded Warrior Project.
Dennis Brooks

Print Friendly, PDF & Email

Help Wanted: Mercy Retreat Center – Kitchen/Cook

helpKitchen Help Wanted:  Mercy Retreat Center is looking for someone to help cook and prepare 3 meals most weekends for groups of 35-85 people. Meals are Friday Night, Saturday Noon, Saturday Night. This person will work in conjunction with an experienced cook. This is part-time.  Contact Mark at 789-8456 if you know someone or would like to know more information.

Print Friendly, PDF & Email

Sports Brief w/ Mark Allen

  • Texas Tech lost to TCU 3-2 and will play an elimination game against Mississippi Tuesday at 7pm on ESPN2.
  • San Antonio Spurs beat the Miami Heat 104-87 last night and are the NBA Finals Champions.
  • Seattle Mariners beat the Texas Rangers 5-1 yesterday. The Rangers and Athletics tonight at 9pm.
  • Tampa Bay Rays beat the creative Houston Astros 4-3 yesterday. The Astros have the day off.
  • Jimmie Johnson won the NASCAR Quicken Loans 400 auto race at Michigan International Speedway.
  • LA Kings beat the NY Rangers to win the Stanley Cup over the weekend.
  • The USA plays Ghana in the World cup at 5pm today
    Mark Allen Sports
Print Friendly, PDF & Email

Southland School Menu

Breakfast Menu for Jan. 26-Jan. 30
Monday – Pancake Wrap, Yogurt, Fruit, Juice, Milk
Tuesday – Chicken-n-Biscuit, Fruit, Juice, Milk
Wednesday – French Toast, Fruit, Juice, Milk
Thursday – Breakfast Pocket, Fruit, Juice, Milk
Friday – Muffins, Sausage, Fruit, Juice, Milk

Lunch Menu for Jan. 26-Jan. 30
Monday – Chicken Fajitas, Salsa, Seasoned Corn, Carrots w/Ranch, Fruit, Milk
Tuesday – Tangerine Chicken, Brown Rice, Carrots, Broccoli, Pineapples, Sugar Cookie, Milk
Wednesday – Tex-Mex Stack, Refried Beans, Spanish Rice, Garden Salad, Salsa, Hot Cinnamon Apples, Milk
Thursday – Hamburgers, Potato Rounds, Western Beans, Diced Pears, Milk
Friday – Chicken Parmesan, Green Beans, Garden Salad, Breadsticks, Fresh Apple Slices, M

Print Friendly, PDF & Email

TNT Fireworks Stand – EXPLOSIVE!

Bryce Meurer is prepping and getting ready for FIREWORKS!  Watch upcoming posts for discount information and Open Date! Location is on FM 400 just north of the cemetery.
TNT

Print Friendly, PDF & Email