1 year ago
The Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad's Cowtown Santa Express holiday season train runs are underway, featuring a Thursday through Sunday schedule each weekend through December. According to the organization, the Express will once again be decked in interior and exterior lights, with special lighting on the Rock Island Depot and the adjoining area around the building. The ...

1 year ago
For the fifth year in a row, the largest prepared Thanksgiving meal in Salina was the same, but different. Volunteers handed out 1,000 meals Wednesday evening. What was the same was the Salina Salvation Army, partnering with Applebee's, the GL Huyett company of Minneapolis, the Salina Country Club, and a dedicated group of  volunteers again provided ...

1 year ago
Rolling Hills Zoo was transformed into a haven of dreams for children with chronic or terminal illnesses and disabilities during this year’s Dream Night held earlier this fall. According to the zoo, Dream Night was made possible through the generous support of Salina Regional Health Foundation’s CHIP grant and the McCune Foundation. As stormy weather threatened in ...

1 year ago
Imagine this: A student is immersed in cutting-edge technology, learning from industry experts who bring years of research and real-world experience into the classroom. They sit at a desk in a traditional setting, and they can see their fellow students sitting beside them, intently listening as an instructor writes on a board or discusses the ...

1 year ago
A Kansas State University professor is suing the school. Rebecca Hackemann-Bahlmann filed a lawsuit last month saying the university allegedly denied her requests for lighter workloads and time off for surgery related to conditions that limit the use of her hands. She also claims the university then gave her three studio-style courses to teach for the fall ...

1 year ago
The cost of a Thanksgiving dinner is down just a bit this year. According to the American Farm Bureau Federation, the traditional ingredients in a holiday dinner will cost a little less this year. The agency sent out volunteer shoppers to calculate the cost of a typical Thanksgiving Day meal for ten people. According to the volunteer shoppers, ...

1 year ago
OCCK, Inc. Transportation, including Salina CityGo, 81 Connection, Regional Paratransit, GoAbilene, GoConcordia, KanConnect, and OCCK OnDemand public transportation, will be closed on Thursday, November 28, 2024, for Thanksgiving. CityGo service will resume on Black Friday, November 29, 2024, with hours of operation from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.  Peak routes will not be running. Regional Paratransit, GoAbilene, ...

1 year ago
Thanksgiving can deliver a lot of deliciousness, although it can sometimes leave people sick. The USDA says about 48 million people get sick each year on Thanksgiving, usually from the turkey. The agency is putting out some safety protocols. When it comes to thawing, plan ahead as all meats, poultry, and fish should defrost in the fridge. ...

1 year ago
A generous donation from Exline Inc. is securing naming rights for one of the classrooms in Salina Area Technical College's state-of-the-art Industrial Maintenance and Automation (IMA) Building. According to the school, the new IMA Building will provide cutting-edge facilities for hands-on learning. Exline Inc.’s support underscores its commitment to workforce development and the advancement of technical ...

1 year ago
 The City of Solomon is excited to host its first-ever Community Christmas event this Saturday, November 30th. The event promises a day of holiday cheer, crafts, games, music, and a special appearance by Santa Claus. Thanks to the collaboration of local organizations, businesses, and volunteers, this festive event is free for all to enjoy. “We’ve wanted ...

1 year ago
The holiday season is here, and the Salina Salvation Army is preparing and adjusting its programs to continue to serve those in need. The agency will be hosting their annual free Community Thanksgiving Dinner, along with G.L. Huyett, Applebees, and The Salina Country Club. Things will be different again this year, though. According to the Salvation Army, ...