3 weeks ago
A 19-year-old man from Marquette was cited for driving too fast that caused a two car crash. According to Undersheriff Brent Melander with the Saline County Sheriff's Office, on Thursday evening around 7pm, the driver of a 1997 Dodge Dakota collided with a 2014 Ford Taurus at the intersection of Burma and Falun Road. Deputies say the ...

3 weeks ago
The Kansas Department of Transportation will begin a project to install electric vehicle charging stations at Rolling Hills Zoo beginning Monday. According to KDOT, during construction, charging stations will be installed in the parking lot of the zoo with minimal impacts to traffic. KDOT awarded the construction contract of $99,887.76 to Osborne Construction Inc., of Topeka. Work is ...

3 weeks ago
A Salina man was arrested after allegedly holding a woman against her will, refusing to let her out of his vehicle as he drove erratically around town. Salina Police say at about 3:45 PM Thursday a 22-year-old female reported that on Wednesday at about 11:45 PM, an acquaintance identified as 22-year-old Christopher J. Williams of Salina ...

3 weeks ago
A vehicle stolen in Salina was found abandoned in rural Saline County. According to Salina Police, at 8:00 Thursday morning a white 2009 Hyundai Sonata was reported stolen from the front of a residence in the 300 block of Otto. It was determined the keys for the vehicle had been left in a black Ford Focus ...

3 weeks ago
In conjunction with spring spruce up, the City of Salina is offering a free landfill day Saturday. A large turnout is expected, and delays are possible. Visitors are asked to follow staff directions, obey posted signage, remain on approved roadways, and use caution. Removing landfill property, including items disposed of by others, is strictly prohibited. The landfill ...

3 weeks ago
If you're looking for something to do this weekend, there are plenty of activities to choose from. Weekend activities in the Salina area include: 40th Annual Theatre Salina Guild Geranium & Plant Sale Friday, April 17 8 am-8 pm Theatre Salina 303 E Iron Art & Coffee Saturday, April 18 10 am-noon Salina Art Center 242 S Santa Fe The Pink Panther Strikes Again Saturday, April 18 7-9 pm Sunday, ...

3 weeks ago
A 15-year-old boy accused in a fatal shooting appeared via video in juvenile court in Salina Thursday afternoon for a status update and detention hearing. His court appointed attorney Richard Comfort and guardian ad litem Justin Ferrell were in court in person, as were members of his family. Collin Arroyo is accused of shooting 14-year-old Carter ...

3 weeks ago
Severe storms will be likely Friday afternoon and evening along a strong cold front, especially east of the Salina area. According to the National Weather Service, severe storms are expected to develop along Marion, to Wichita to Harper line between 1 pm and 5 pm and then track off to the east. Storms will then exit ...

3 weeks ago
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly was in Salina Thursday to honor a business which was founded in 1987, when she was a Salina resident. Geoprobe Systems was honored with the Governor's Exporter of the Year Award. Geoprobe Systems manufactures drilling rigs and tooling for industries like environmental, geotechnical, and exploration. It was founded by engineers Mel Kejr ...

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 Kansas Wesleyan’s Art and Design Department will show what its students have accomplished in four years of hard work. The senior student art show will run April 20 through May 11 at The Gallery on the KWU campus. A reception for the five seniors will be 5-6:30 p.m. May 1, with remarks at 5:30. People’s choice ...

3 weeks ago
Salina Police are investigating a burglary at a downtown bar in which gaming machines were targeted. Police say at about 11:30 AM Wednesday officers responded to the Voo bar at 249 N. Santa Fe. Employees arrived to open the business when they discovered the business had been burglarized. Forced entry was gained at the back of the ...