2 weeks ago
The Dickinson County Sheriff’s Office Drug Enforcement Unit made two arrests in a drug case that dates back to March. According to the agency, an investigation began into the distribution of Methamphetamine.  The approximate two month-long investigation resulted in a search warrant being executed on May 13th at a residence in the 1200 Block of 2900 ...

2 weeks ago
An acclaimed American progressive bluegrass and "jamgrass" group formed in Nederland, Colorado, is coming to Salina. Yonder Mountain String Band, known for blending traditional acoustic bluegrass with rock, country, and improvisation, is coming to the Stiefel Theatre. Grammy-nominated Yonder Mountain String Band set the tone for a new way forward in acoustic music, carrying bluegrass into rooms and conversations ...

2 weeks ago
The splash pad at Jerry Ivey Memorial Park has reopened and is now available again for public use. ORIGINAL: The new splash pad at Salina’s Jerry Ivey Park is temporary closed. According to Salina Parks and Recreation, due to excessive mud and dirt being brought into the splash pad and filtration system, the splash pad at Jerry ...

2 weeks ago
Kansas families and wildlife enthusiasts are invited to embark on an unforgettable statewide zoo adventure with the launch of the new KaZOO Wild Adventure Passport program, a collaborative initiative among the seven Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) accredited zoos in Kansas. According to Rolling Hills Zoo, the KaZOO Wild Adventure Passport program encourages guests to ...

2 weeks ago
A traffic stop to check a tag light turns into a high speed chase and the arrest of a man from Assaria. Saline County Undersheriff Brent Melander tells KSAL News that on Saturday night around 9:15pm, a deputy pulled over 48-year-old Larry Moreno, Jr. in the 500 lock of S. Phillips. Authorities say Moreno gave the officer ...

2 weeks ago
The Saline County Sheriff's Office is asking for help from the public regarding a stolen truck from Wichita that was abandoned near Cunningham Road and Mentor Road in rural Saline County. Authorities say the truck appears to have had mechanical issues and was left behind on Saturday morning around 10am. Investigators are hoping someone ...

2 weeks ago
Authorities are investigating two burglaries that appear to be connected just northwest of Salina. Saline County Undersheriff Brent Melander tells KSAL News that two properties in the 1000 and 1100 block of West Grand Avenue were disturbed. Deputies say both a home and then a detached garage were broken into between May 22nd and May 24th with ...

2 weeks ago
A Saline County woman is bilked out of her Social Security checks by a scam caller. According to Undersheriff Brent Melander with the Saline County Sheriff's Office, a 67-year-old woman who lives near Falun fell prey to a man who convinced her she had won the Publisher's Clearing House Sweepstakes for cash and new car. The scammer ...

3 weeks ago
Hang on to your hats, rodeo fans, because tickets for the Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo go on sale June 1. According to the rodeo, tickets are available online at this link: https://www.rodeoticket.com/rodeos/wild-bill-hickok-rodeo/2026/tickets or by visiting WildBillHickokRodeo.com. The rodeo is the best ticket in town, said Matt Farson, committee chairman and volunteer. “We are proud to host a PRCA ...

3 weeks ago
A man was arrested after allegedly battering a female acquaintance over the weekend. According to Salina Police, on Monday at about 2:40 AM a 31-year-old female reported being involved in a physical domestic with a 33-year-old male acquaintance identified as Ryan Parks of Salina. The female reported while driving a verbal argument ensued. When they arrived at ...

3 weeks ago
Three teens were arrested Monday after fleeing from a stolen SUV. According to Salina Police, on Monday at about 5:40 AM, a 37-year-old male reported his silver 2024 Chevy Trailblazer stolen from the 100 block of W. Jewell. At about 5:50 AM, an officer observed the vehicle in the area of 9th and Schilling. The vehicle pulled into ...