2 years ago
The Cosmosphere is proud to announce its participation in the 2024 Kansas Tourism Sunflower Summer program, which offers an enhanced experience for Kansas families this year. From May 25 to Aug. 11, Kansas families with school-aged children participating in Sunflower Summer will receive free admission to everything the Cosmosphere has to offer. This year, the Cosmosphere is excited ...

2 years ago
Salinans gathered on a damp overcast morning to honor and remember local police, sheriff, and highway patrol officers who have died in the line of duty. A Peace Officer Memorial Day event was held at Jerry Ivey Park. A large crowd which included law enforcement and their family and friends, firefighters, and citizens gathered to honor, ...

2 years ago
A staff member in the Maize School District is placed on administrative leave. District officials say that the incident involved an "inappropriate use of sarcasm during class" at Maize South High School. Maize police investigated the incident and determined that there was no threat to students or the school.

2 years ago
Gov. Laura Kelly signed into law a drug overdose prevention measure that will no longer criminalize Kansans who seek help for themselves or others during overdoses. The bill is part of a slew of legislation Kelly signed into law last week. Senate Bill 419, known as a “good Samaritan” law, provides immunity from prosecution for drug possession ...

2 years ago
The event which marks the official countdown to the Smoky Hill River Festival is about to begin. The Medallion Quest begins Wednesday. The first Medallion Quest clue will be shared live from the steps of the Smoky Hill Museum at 211 West Iron Ave., at 4 pm on Wednesday, May 15th, by Salina Arts & Humanities ...

2 years ago
A man was arrested at Salina Regional Health Center after allegedly threatening security guards. According to Salina Police Captain Jim Feldman, officers responded to a call early Monday of a threat reported at Salina Regional Health Center. Two security guards ages 29 and 19 told officers a man had threatened them as he was leaving the ...

2 years ago
The Salina Symphony is tuning up for an unforgettable Symphony at Sunset D-Day 80th Anniversary Commemoration Concert on Saturday, June 1, on the grounds of the Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum in Abilene. Activities begin at 1 p.m. with hands-on history carts in the museum, food vendors, Mounted Color Guard Demonstrations, a flight simulator, and additional displays. Performances ...

2 years ago
Gas prices in Kansas are falling. According to Triple-A, the average price for a gallon of regular dropped by one cent yesterday to three-dollars-and-16-cents. Prices have decreased by 10-cents over the past month.

2 years ago
A cyberattack on the city of Wichita is impacting water customers. City officials say an email claiming to be from InvoiceCloud on behalf of the city of Wichita is legitimate. The email discusses how customers can pay their water bill and it notes that all water systems are secure and normally functioning.

2 years ago
New legislation signed into law by Governor Laura Kelly will provide  thousands of Kansans a path toward having their suspended licenses renewed. The new law has overwhelming support by Republican and Democrat lawmakers. According to the Kansas Legal Services organization,  the new law creates a clear procedure for the more than 200,000 Kansans with suspended licenses ...

2 years ago
A Salina area running / walking event that raised funds for cancer patients undergoing treatment in Salina is coming back for a 9th year, with a few changes. Organizers say Fe For a Cure, one of the region’s most fun, family friendly and affordable running/walking events is making some changes to its format this year. The ...