1 year ago
It was a joyous day of dancing, singing and celebrating the coming of the Christmas season in Lindsborg as generations gathered once again for the St. Lucia Festival. Hensli Lofdahl was named St. Lucia for 2024 joined by Elijah Spooner as the Star Boy. The festival was filled with baked goods, hand crafts for kids to make ...

1 year ago
The Salina Tuba Christmas musicians put on another holiday show at the Salina Central Mall. A Crowd gathered for the 15th annual Tuba Christmas concert on Saturday afternoon to enjoy Christmas carols from tuba, sousaphone, baritone and euphonium players. Director/Conductor Steven Lueth tells KSAL News, the performance was great and commends the players who participated. A record ...

1 year ago
A top college softball player originally from Topeka, visited a Salina car dealership to sign autographs, take pictures, and spark conversations with the youth. Texas Tech University's (TTU) Nijaree Canady, stopped by Long McArthur Ford on Saturday morning. Many local softball players and families lined up to get a chance to meet and leave with a ...

1 year ago
School districts across Kansas will receive a 20-page report containing guidance on cell phones that recommends daytime cell phone bans, mental health awareness and bolstered parental oversight. The Kansas State Board of Education hasn’t mandated digital device policies, instead deferring to local districts and schools to create their own. The board voted unanimously Tuesday to accept ...

1 year ago
A teenage driver fleeing law enforcement from a drag race was injured in a crash in Western Kansas late Friday night. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol,  the incident started when a Thomas County Sheriff Deputy attempted to stop a 2008 Ford Mustang for drag racing. The driver, identified as 16-year-old Nerlyn Arriago of Colby, failed ...

1 year ago
A multitude of families and friends gathered together to celebrate the Salina Mayor's Christmas Pancakes and Pajamas Party. On Friday, Salina Parks and Recreation hosted a party full of pancakes, hot chocolate, games, crafts, photo booths, santa visit and more at the Salina Fieldhouse. Parks and Recreation supervisor Sarah Hageman tells KSAL News the purpose of ...

1 year ago
A Salina student is among students at K-State receiving funding to conduct cancer research. Keat Robinson is among 21 Kansas State University students who will conduct hands-on cancer research in the spring 2025 semester.  Funding is provided via the Johnson Cancer Research Center. According to the school, the Cancer Research Awards will provide the selected students with ...

1 year ago
The Prairie Longrifles club of Salina is ready for a vintage weekend that's packed with plenty of firepower. Luke Long with Prairie Longrifles joined in on the KSAL Morning News Extra with a look at how muzzleloaders and black powder enthusiasts will gather at the 4-H Building for a two day rendezvous. The gathering will be a ...

1 year ago
Police are seeking tips in connection with a robbery at a Salina convenience store. The crime is the latest Salina Crime Stoppers crime of the week. According to police, on Saturday, November 30th, at about 3:00 PM, a male subject described to be 6’1” to 6’3” and weighing between 250 to 280 pounds entered the Pit ...

1 year ago
It will be another busy weekend of holiday activities around the area. Holiday events will start in Salina Friday night with the  Mayor’s Christmas Pancakes & Pajama party will be held at the Salina Fieldhouse from 6 till 8. Everyone is invited to wear their pajamas and come join in the fun and food. Plans include: ...

1 year ago
A Salina non-profit organization had another success with their annual Christmas event. The Salina Area United Way (SAUW) a non-profit that focuses on education, health, and financial stability and dedicated to improving lives, held their 4th annual "Mistletoe Melodies" Christmas event on December 6th. Over 400 attended and raised $70,000 for the benefit of the community. Director ...