1 year ago
A joint investigation involving the Salina Police Department and an internet crimes task force leads to the arrest of a Salina man. Police Captain Jim Feldman tells KSAL News that 54-year-old Jarrod Charles became the focus of an investigation led by SPD and Kansas Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force out of Wichita. On Thursday afternoon, officers ...

1 year ago
The fourth and final candidate who is a finalist to be the next USD 305 Superintendent of Schools will be interviewed in Salina on Friday . According to the district, Heath Hogan will meet with the board of education for the position of superintendent. Hogan has a total of 28 years in education, currently serving as superintendent ...

1 year ago
The third candidate for the superintendent position at USD 305 visited Salina on Thursday. Dr. Jami Jo Thompson currently serves as the superintendent of schools in Norfolk, NE and hopes to bring her 29 years of educational experience to Salina USD 305. Dr. Thompson previously served on the Beatrice Public School District in Beatrice, NE as ...

1 year ago
A community effort to collect hygiene products and other items for non-profits was a success. On Thursday Meridian Media radio stations Newsradio 1150 KSAL, Y93.7, and FM 104.9 teamed up with Project Salina to collect hygiene products. The "Shower Shower" drive occurred at the Dillons grocery stores on E. Cloud and Planet Ave. Items that were ...

1 year ago
 Amazon is expanding into Salina, and bringing with it jobs and economic growth. According to the Salina Airport Authority, Amazon has purchased 20 acres in the Salina Airport Industrial Center and will construct a 90,000 square foot last-mile distribution facility at 1850 W. Water Well Rd. The new facility, expected to generate at least 100 new ...

1 year ago
A fallen soldier being carried into eternity by a glorious angelic being is the people's choice. The Sculpture Tour Salina organization has announced the 2024 People’s Choice in the Salina Sculpture Tour program as “Going Home” by Sondra Johnson. It is located in front of the under construction Jose Pepper's restaurant in Downtown Salina. Based on ...

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The Salina Area Chamber of Commerce has chosen the Salina Presbyterian Manor senior living community as this year’s “Best Place to Work.” According to the manor, the Chamber presents this award to businesses who go above and beyond to create an outstanding workplace culture. Salina Presbyterian Manor’s leadership team received the award during the Chamber’s 2025 ...

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An unsheltered man who refused assistance from police was then arrested for damaging windows at a convenience store. Salina Police Captain Jim Feldman tells KSAL News on Wednesday, February 12th, at around 5:00 pm, employees from Evergy reported a man was encamped outside the facility on 1001 Edison Pl. Officers arrived on the scene and offered ...

1 year ago
Salina Public Library is coming off a year of growth, engagement, and service to the community. With over half a million items checked out, the library continues to be a vital community resource for lifelong learning. Salina Public Library saw a significant increase in both digital and physical spaces throughout 2024. While physical books are still ...

1 year ago
The third of four candidates who are finalists to be the next USD 305 Superintendent of Schools will be interviewed in Salina on Thursday. According to the district, Dr. Jami Jo Thompson will meet with the board of education for the position of superintendent. Dr. Thompson has a total of 29 years in education, currently serving as ...

1 year ago
A Saline County Sheriff Deputy is being recognized for saving a child's life. Deputy Joshua Riggle was awarded a commendation for recent lifesaving actions involving a 2-year-old child. According to the agency, on February 9th, Deputy Joshua Riggle responded to a medical call of a small child not breathing. Upon his arrival he attempted to perform ...