1 year ago
The premiere of a documentary feature film will highlight a weekend of events planned to celebrate the development of a perennial grain with the potential to change the way we farm. Such a grain — Kernza — and the man who guided its development — Kansas Wesleyan University grad Dr. Wes Jackson  — will be ...

1 year ago
Community race directors have come together to create a first-time ever Salina running series. With the Love, Chloe Family Fun Run occurring this weekend, race directors in Salina have assembled to launch "Run Salina Series." According to Co-Founder and Race Director for Salina Crossroads Marathon Daniel Craig, "Run Salina Series" is a collaborative effort of local ...

1 year ago
Have you made dinner plans for Friday yet? Well here is a suggestion for you. Sip for a cause and enjoy a delicious meal as DVACK will be hosting a fundraiser event, "Teal Me More" at La Curva on Friday, April 25th from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. La Curva will serving a limited time margarita flavor ...

1 year ago
The Kansas Department of Transportation is again warning the public about a scam involving fraudulent text messages – known as smishing – that falsely claim to be from KDOT and demand payment for unpaid tolls. According to the organization, KDOT does not request or collect any form of payment via text message. KDOT does not collect tolls ...

1 year ago
Negotiations are underway at the Salina USD 305 School District for a new teacher contract. According to the district, the school board and NEA-Salina met for their first round of negotiations on the terms of the 2025-2026 contract. Both sides presented their proposals for next year’s contract. Topics included the following: Increases to the salary schedules and ...

1 year ago
A group gathered outside on the campus of Kansas Wesleyan University Wednesday afternoon, just as a light drizzle dissipated, to work together to plant a couple of trees. K-State Horticulturist Agent Jason Graves organized the event to recognize Arbor Day. Graves told KSAL News the tree planting is part of what makes KWU eligible for tree campus ...

1 year ago
The annual, month long support for the hungry kicked off with a luncheon before it officially launches next Thursday. Project Salina (founded in 1990), a non-profit that fights hunger in the community held a luncheon at Sunrise Presbyterian Church to celebrate its month long donations of food. President Mike Paul tells KSAL News, "it is a ...

1 year ago
The Salina Fire Department contained a residential structure fire on Tuesday afternoon. At approximately 4:10 PM, the Salina Fire Department was dispatched to 709 Carriage Court following reports of a fire in the garage, with potential occupants still inside the residence. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered a working fire in the attached garage with flames spreading to ...

1 year ago
An argument at a Salina motel resulted in an arrest and a broken phone. Police Captain Jim Feldman tells KSAL News at midnight on Wednesday, April 23rd an argument occurred at the Marifah Inn (1846 N. 9th). Allegedly, 22-year old Colten Miller and a 31-year old woman who are acquainted got into an argument in their room. ...

1 year ago
Salina authorities are investigating a theft that took place at a Salina park, resulting in over $2,000 worth of items stolen. Police Captain Jim Feldman tells KSAL News City of Salina employees reported that sometime between 9:00 am - 1:30 pm on Tuesday a theft occurred. Allegedly, an unknown suspect removed two chainsaws from the back of ...

1 year ago
Wichita is named the top city in the nation for veterans' health care. According to Trajector Medical's 2025 rankings, the Robert J. Dole VA Hospital had exceptional performance in providing timely and high-quality care. The Dole VA was recognized for the shortest average wait time to see a cardiologist, and for having the second-highest percentage of veterans ...