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A Salina native has been promoted  in Governor Kelly's administration. Governor Laura Kelly today announced the promotion of Grace Hoge to Press Secretary. Hoge has been serving in the Kelly administration as Communications Coordinator for the past 10 months. A native of Salina, Hoge holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Kansas. “Throughout ...

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A single-car crash occurred overnight on June 9th. Sheriff Roger Soldan tells KSAL, 51-year old Solomon female, Emily Montgomery-Holt, crashed her black 2005 Lincoln LS, "hydroplaning into the median of I-70, striking a drain." Montgomery-Holt was transported to Salina Regional Health Center, but no status of injuries were reported.   [caption id="attachment_124996" align="alignnone" width="589"] Courtesy of Saline County Sheriff's ...

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On June 8th, deputies were sent to E Old 40 Highway at 11:50 pm, after report of a man without a shirt, was walking away from a red 2012 Ford pickup that was parked on the side of the road. Sheriff Roger Soldan tells KSAL, deputies contacted 44- year old Tyson Allen-Marfise, and discovered he had ...

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On June 5th and the 7th, a 78-year old Salina area female, received two calls about bank fraud. Sheriff Roger Soldan tells KSAL, the victim received an unrecognizable call from a local bank fraud agent on June 5th. The caller told the victim, "that people are trying to take money out of their account, and to ...

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The victim of a drive-by air gun shooting, was shot in the shoulder during their walk at Sunset Park. Police Captain James Feldman tells KSAL, on Sunday June 9th at 3:30, a White Ford Explorer drove through Sunset Park after an unknown male leaned out of the rear passenger window, and shot an air gun at ...

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A series of events took place in the Salina Walmart Supercenter, June 8th. Police Captain James Feldman tells KSAL, at around 8:35 pm, 37-year old Jeremiah Loneelk, placed various items in a re-usable shopping bag, and proceeded to leave without paying. A male Walmart employee stopped Loneelk, before getting their foot stomped by him. A female customer ...

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It's Smoky Hill River Festival week and that means thousands of music and art fans will be making their way to Oakdale Park for the 48th annual party in the park. Salina Arts and Humanities Executive Director Brad Anderson joined in on the KSAL Morning News Extra with a look at helping more people access the ...

2 years ago
It will be another big celebration in "Little Sweden USA," as hundreds gather this Saturday in Lindsborg to welcome in the summer season. Swedish dancers, music, Swedish treats and Viking reenactors will all be on hand Saturday, June 15th to greet visitors from near and far. Events begin in Riverside Park at 10am and take place throughout ...

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The Kansas City Royals are considering building a new stadium in Kansas. The Royals released a statement on Saturday announcing that they are exploring the option of using STAR bonds as a means to move to the Sunflower State. The Kansas City Chiefs are considering a similar option, and the Kansas Legislature is expected to discuss using ...

2 years ago
A fund-raising event to show support for those currently fighting cancer, and to remember those who lost the battle with cancer will be held in Salina. Saline County’s annual Relay For Life event will take place on Saturday, June 22nd. The volunteer-led event will celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer, and raise funds ...

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The Kansas community already home to the world's largest belt buckle will soon be home to another largest in the world item, On June 22, 1945, Dwight D. Eisenhower declared in his Homecoming Speech, "The proudest thing I can claim is that I am from Abilene." Now, 79 years later, Ike's hometown is gearing up to ...