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Kitten Steam Engine & Jerry!

Did you know that the Kitten Family has their name on equipment just like John Deere?  It is the Kitten Steam Engine.  Here is Jerry Kitten with the Family Product!

Burrows Response – TEXAS 2011 VOTER ID LAW

For immediate release: STATEMENT FROM TEXAS HOUSE REPRESENTATIVE DUSTIN BURROWS (HD83)REGARDING  U.S. 5TH CIRCUIT COURT OF APPEALS DECISION ON TEXAS 2011 VOTER ID LAW  Texas State House Representative Dustin Burrows (HD-83) issued the following statement this afternoon following the 5th Circuit Courts…

Geneva Jo Moates

A memorial service for Geneva Jo Moates, 89, of Slaton will be at 2:00 PM on Wednesday, June 29th, 2016 in Englunds Chapel in Slaton. Officiating services will be Tommy Hicks, Minister at Southside Church of Christ and Richard Horton, under…

Lucille Brown

Lucille Brown (Slaton) Lucille Brown, 98, of Lubbock, formerly of Wilson passed away Sunday, June 5, 2016.  Funeral services will be 10:30 AM, Wednesday, June 8, 2016, in Englunds Chapel with Keith Church officiating. Graveside services will follow in Englewood…

Joe D. Heinrich

(Slaton)  Rosary services for Joe D. Heinrich, 81, of Slaton will be 6:30 PM Friday, May 27, 2016 in Englunds Chapel. Celebration of life service will be 10 AM, Saturday, May 28,  2016 in Slaton’s St. Joseph Catholic Church with…

Hermila M. Villarreal

(Slaton ) Rosary for Hermila M. Villarreal, 75 of Slaton, will be Thursday, May 26, 2016 at 6:30 p.m., in Englunds Chapel.  Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 27, 2016 in Slaton’s Our Lady of Guadalupe…

Andrew G. Davila

(Slaton) Rosary Service for Andrew G. Davila, 49 of San Antonio, will be Wednesday, May 25, 2016 at 6:30 p.m., in Englunds Chapel. Mass Service will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, May 26th, 2016 in Our Lady of Guadalupe…

VOTE TODAY

May 24, 2016 – Democratic and Republican Primary Runoff Elections www.votelubbock.org

SHS May Students of the Month

Slaton High School is pleased to announce our May students of the month…please post/publish accordingly. Kimberly Hernandez (Senior) – Kim is a leader at SHS.  She participates in many extracurricular activities from cheer to athletics.  She is a hard worker…

Corine “Maw“ Perkins

Corine “Maw“ Perkins (Slaton)  Services for Corine “Maw” Perkins, 86, of Acuff area will be 10:00 AM Thursday, May 19, 2016 Buffalo Community Church at Buffalo Springs Lake with Jack Thompson officiating. Burial will follow in the City of Lubbock…

Senior Citizens Center News & Menu

SPOTLIGHTING SENIORS By Charlotte O’Connell Those celebrating birthdays in April were Janis King, Shirley Neugebauer, Jo Ann Williams, Sheelah Pagedarm, Estelle Heinrich, Robert Hurst, and Edith Linder. There were three tables of Bridge after lunch. Those playing were Max Robertson,…

America’s PrepareAthon! Are You Prepared Today?

America’s PrepareAthon! is a grassroots campaign for action to increase community preparedness and resilience. Join others around the country to practice your preparedness! https://community.fema.gov/ Clinton Thetford Emergency Management Coordinator Lubbock County Texas    

Funeral services for Arlen Stennett, 81, of Acuff

 (Acuff) Funeral services for Arlen Stennett, 81, of Acuff, will be 2:00 pm, Tuesday, May 3rd at the Church of Christ in Idalou, TX with Vestal Blakely and David Burton officiating. Interment will follow in Idalou Cemetery under the direction…

TONIGHT – 5th Friday – Downtown Slaton

Fifth Friday Slaton on the Square will be Friday, April 29 2016 from 6-9 pm. Come out and explore the Slaton Model Train Studio,The Slaton Museum and Antique Mall, and the new Linzy’s Arcade. The Art Galleries will be open and…

SHS – Students of the Month – APRIL

Daniela Cruz – Senior:  Daniela has a positive, encouraging attitude and is always willing to help others.  She is a good influence and a great role model.  She is actively involved in various extracurricular programs as well as in her…

60+ MPH Wind Hit Slaton and Area

According to Slaton Fire Chief Rainwater, 60+ MPH winds were confirmed in Slaton Tuesday afternoon. Rainwater stated “Just glad it didn’t last for an extended period of time which would have caused catastrophic damages.”  Wednesday should be a less windy…

SATURDAY: Food & Open House – MEALS ON WHEELS

THIS SATURDAY – JOIN US!!!! Slaton Senior Citizens Center & MEALS on WHEELS FUND RAISER & OPEN HOUSE Saturday, April 23rd, 10AM to 2PM 230 West Lynn Street, Slaton Texas 79364 HAMBURGERS start serving 11AM Cooked by Slaton Lions Club…

Crazy Canvas – Harvey House

by Jessica Kelly Thank you for all who came out to Crazy Canvas at the Harvey House last night! It was such a beautiful and delightful group of ladies. I hope you enjoyed yourselves as much as I enjoyed having…

SHS Events April 11 – 16

Band contest in Plainview to Tuesday April 19th. Incoming Freshman Orientation Thursday, April 21st at 6:00pm in the high school auditorium.

Glenna Irene Lemon

(SLATON) A memorial service for Glenna I. Lemon, 63, of Slaton will be at 11:00 AM on Friday, April 8, 2016, at Englunds Chapel in Slaton with Pastor Cleve Kirby officiating. Services are under the direction of Englunds Funeral Service…

Roger Daniel Sokoll

(Slaton) Funeral services for Roger Daniel Sokoll, 80, of Slaton, will be 2 PM, Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at the First United Methodist Church in Slaton with Lewis Holland officiating. Burial will be Thursday, April 7, 2016 at 11 AM…

Karon C. Bloomer

A celebration of life service for  Karon Bloomer , 63, of Acuff will be held at 11 AM Saturday, March 26th, 2016 at the Buffalo Springs Community Church, with Jack Thompson officiating.   Karon was born October 21, 1952, in…

Donnie G. Holley

(Slaton) Donnie Gaylene Holley, 73, went home to be with the Lord, Thursday, March 24, 2016. Chapel Services will be Saturday, March 26, 2016 at 2 PM in Englunds Chapel with Micah Hoke officiating.  Services are under the direction of…

King’s Highway – Slaton & Post Day Trips

806-863-3867 SLATON DAY TRIP May 20, 2016     Enjoy some interesting & cultural activities in Slaton, TX! The first stop will be at the Slaton Bakery for coffee & donuts. We will make our way to The Harvey House,…

TONIGHT – JOIN US – SUPPORT MERCY RETREAT CENTER

Hamburger Dinner Fund Raiser Benefiting Mercy Retreat Center Hamburger, Chips, Drink & Dessert When: Tuesday, Feb 23, 5 pm – 7 pm Dine In or Carry Out Location: Enclosed MRC Patio Donations Accepted for the Meal PLEASE HELP SUPPORT YOUR COMMUNITY!…

“Discover Your Year of Mercy” Retreat

“Discover Your Year of Mercy” Retreat Discover How to Implement Pope Francis’ “Works of Mercy” in Your Life. According to the Catechism, “The works of mercy are charitable actions by which we come to the aid of our neighbor in…

OBITUARY: Irene Catherine Steffens

Irene Catherine Steffens (Slaton)  Rosary services for Irene Catherine Steffens, 94, of Slaton will be 6:30 PM Tuesday, January 12, 2016 in Englunds Chapel. Celebration of life service will be 10 AM, Wednesday, January 13, 2016 in Slaton’s St. Joseph…

Sr News!!

SPOTLIGHTING SENIORS By Janet James I hope you had a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. I wish you a prosperous New Year. Let’s make 2016 the best year for the Senior Citizens Center. We still have snow and…

Human-Like Robot – ARE YOU PREPARED?

by Mark Allen Meurer SLATON:  As I was researching information about new technologies, I came across Nadine, a robot.  Watch the video and we will let her speak for herself. Read More – Click Here Watch Video – Click On…