8 months ago
The Smoky Hill Museum is inviting you to celebrate an initiative that is meant to recognize American history. According to the museum, they have announced Salina will celebrate "Two Lights for Tomorrow," which is a nationwide initiative to commence the celebration of the 250th birthday of the United States of America. The initiative honors the moment ...

8 months ago
You can help feed the hungry in Salina by participating in a food drive this weekend. The Altrusa Salina organization is organizing a food drive on Saturday to benefit the Salina Emergency Aid Food Bank. Everyone is invited to help reduce food insecurity for Salina families by donating. Volunteers will be accepting food items, or cash, Saturday ...

8 months ago
When recent severe weather prompted tornado warnings across the area, Salina 911 dispatch received over 50 calls from people asking what to do.  A week-long focus on tornado safety will help businesses and individuals be better prepared. Saline County Emergency Management is coordinating “Business Ready: Tornado Preparedness Week”, which is taking place April 14th–18th, 2025. According to the agency, ...

8 months ago
Thanks to a generous grant, the Salvation Army of Salina has received a new Emergency Disaster Services Canteen truck that will meet the physical and spiritual needs of individuals. The Salvation Army of Salina has announced they have received a new canteen that will provide food, water, prayer, etc. to families, the impoverished and anyone that ...

8 months ago
A recent downtown facilities study has Saline County officials moving forward with plans to demolish the old jail and relocate the Saline County Health Department. Saline County Administrator Phillip Smith-Hanes joined in on the KSAL Morning News Extra with a look at how the results of the study will become a reality in the coming months. [audio ...

8 months ago
As of yesterday, a dealership of the renowned corporation that provides agricultural machinery and equipment opened in Salina. On Wednesday, April 9th Kubota of Salina celebrated their grand opening with community members and are proud to service individuals in the area, region and state. General Manager, Mark Johnson tells KSAL News he feels feels this dealership ...

8 months ago
If you have any obsolete electronic or computer equipment taking up space you’ve been wanting to get rid of, there will be a place for you to safely dispose of it. The City of Salina’s 17th annual E-waste Recycling Event will be held at the Berkley Family Recreational Area, 841 Markley Rd. on Saturday, May 3rd ...

8 months ago
Gov. Laura Kelly made an end-of-session plea to the Kansas Legislature after signing a massive state budget bill investing in economic development, water resources and disability services while triggering more than 35 vetoes of provisions labeled as unwarranted earmarks, power grabs or financial gaffes. Kelly, who has leaned on her veto pen in disputes with House ...

8 months ago
Students at Sacred Heart High School got a lesson outside of the classroom on Wednesday, thanks to several area agencies. Salina area first responders including the Salina Fire Department, Salina Police Department, Saline County Sheriff’s Office, the Kansas Highway Patrol, Life Star Flight Service, along with Ryan Mortuary, participated in a mock fatal crash event. Palmer ...

8 months ago
The Post Rock Community Foundation celebrated a record-breaking Match Month in February, as nearly 150 donors contributed $78,056 to the PRCF Action Fund, the unrestricted grant fund used for nonprofit projects throughout the Post Rock service area. According to the organization, it was the second consecutive year of record-breaking Match Month donations, and the total was ...

8 months ago
A Salina elementary school will soon have a new principal. According to Salina USD 305, Cody Stockwell will be the new principal at Cottonwood Elementary School beginning July 1st. Stockwell has 12 years of experience and most recently served as lead teacher at Cottonwood Elementary School. His experience includes: Adaptive Special Education Teacher Mentor Teacher Head/Assistant Cross Country ...