12 months ago
Upgrades for Salina’s downtown farmers market and parking improvements for the Temple are planned for this year. At the Salina City Commission Meeting on Monday, commissioners and city/county members discussed about a establishing an aesthetic shade structure at the City Lights Stage parking lot on Ash and Santa Fe. This would provide shade and amenities for ...

12 months ago
Kansas State University Salina is once again offering summer camps for youth featuring interactive experiences for participants to explore STEM initiatives and learn about accelerating fields. K-State Salina's summer camps for students in the fourth- through 12th grades emphasize exposure to the aviation, engineering, robotics and uncrewed aircraft systems, or UAS, education programs offered through the campus ...

12 months ago
A 109-year-old downtown brick building renovated with farming and fellowship in mind, also fits when featured topics include Kernza® beer and regenerative agriculture. The Farm & The Odd Fellows coffee cafe, brew pub and event center, will play host April 25 to “Beer Saves the World!,” an evening featuring the world’s first trademarked perennial grain. The short film is about ...

12 months ago
A measles outbreak in Kansas is continuing to grow. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment says there were 37 known cases in eight counties as of Wednesday. Thirty of the patients are unvaccinated against measles, and most of the cases involve juveniles between the ages of five and 17. While measles is highly contagious, vaccination remains ...

12 months ago
An Easter -weekend event that has been happening in Salina for over two decades will be held on Saturday. The City of Salina invites everyone to come join Salina Parks and Recreation and the Salina Optimist Club for their 22nd  annual Community-Wide Easter Egg Hunt. Everyone is invited to hop on over for an egg-citing time. The ...

12 months ago
As spring blooms and Easter baskets fill with treats, many families are feeling the pinch at the grocery store—especially in the egg aisle. With the price of eggs remaining higher than usual, it’s no surprise that consumers are seeking alternatives. Luckily, there are affordable, nutritious, and even fun options for both your Easter celebrations and ...

12 months ago
A survey on the impact of opioids in Saline County is complete. According to the Saline County Health Department, the Saline County Opioid Impact Survey gathers insights from the community to better understand the local impact of the opioid crisis and inform strategies for prevention, treatment, and recovery. The survey results are now available to the public ...

12 months ago
A "pride prom" event is planned for this Saturday in Salina. A pride prom is an inclusive dance event specifically for the LGBTQ+ community, or anyone wishing to celebrate in a safe and affirming space. It provides a platform to celebrate identity, embrace individuality, and connect with community in a joyful and supportive environment. The event planned ...

12 months ago
A Ukrainian poet and author is scheduled to deliver a poetry reading at a downtown Salina bookstore. Luisa Muradyan, originally from Odesa, Ukraine will perform a poetry reading as part of  the 41st annual Salina Spring Poetry Series on Tuesday, April 22nd, at Red Fern Booksellers (106 S. Santa Fe) at 7:00 pm. According to the ...

12 months ago
Saline County deputies are searching for a suspect(s), who stole a work van and equipment worth over $20,000 from a Salina business. According to the Saline County Sheriff's Office on Sunday April, 13th a white 2014 GMC Cargo work van was stolen from Jae's Electric on 422 E. Ave A. Allegedly at around 3:30 am, an ...

12 months ago
An abbreviated version of the popular Sunflower Summer program will return this summer. Due to a decrease in funding, the Sunflower Summer program which encourages young Kansans to explore and fall in love with Kansas, will return for a shortened three weeks.  The program through Kansas Tourism this year will run from July 12 to August 3. According ...