2 years ago
For the fourth year in a row, the largest prepared Thanksgiving meal in Salina was the same, but different. 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  about 25 volunteers again provided a free community-wide Thanksgiving dinner. ...

2 years ago
Travelers will hear and see numerous transportation safety messages during the holidays. According to the Kansas Department of Transportation, the primary theme is simple: Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time. AAA Kansas projects 55.4 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home over the Thanksgiving holiday travel period. This year’s Thanksgiving forecast is an increase ...

2 years ago
While the undisputed stars of the Thanksgiving dinner are the turkey and stuffing, the meal wouldn't be complete without some pie for dessert. But there is no clear favorite when it comes to which pie to serve. However, the traditional offerings are the most popular. According to the American Pie Council, nearly one out of five (19%) ...

2 years ago
The holiday season can be a great time for family and friends to gather, and Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee said following proper food safety steps will keep uninvited guests – like foodborne bacteria – from joining the party. “The basics of cook, chill, clean and separate should guide your meal preparation, serving and ...

2 years ago
The Thanksgiving holiday is prompting the City of Salina to make some changes in it services. The Thanksgiving holiday schedule is as follows: No sanitation collection will take place Thursday, Nov. 23. Thursday and Friday collections will be delayed by one day. Regular collection will resume Monday, Nov. 27. The General Services office and Household Hazardous ...

2 years ago
Salina public transportation will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. OCCK, Inc. Transportation, including Salina CityGo, 81 Connection, Regional Paratransit, GoAbilene, GoConcordia and KanConnect public transportation, will be closed on Thursday, November 23, 2023 for Thanksgiving. CityGo service will resume on Black Friday, November 24, 2023, with hours of operation from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.  Peak routes ...

2 years ago
The Kansas Corporation Commission Tuesday morning approved a proposed settlement agreement in the Evergy rate case. According to the agency, The unanimous agreement, resolving all issues in the case, was submitted to the Commission on September 29 following negotiations between KCC staff, Evergy, the Citizens Utility Ratepayer Board, and a variety of groups representing commercial, educational, ...

2 years ago
A Salina man was arrested after he violated a protection order and allegedly tried to smother a woman with a pillow. Police Sergeant Kyle Tonniges tells KSAL News that 43-year-old Eli V. Gantenbein was taken into custody on Monday after officers were called to investigate a domestic disturbance at a home in the 1400 block of ...

2 years ago
The Smoky Hill Museum has again achieved accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the highest national recognition afforded the nation’s museums. According to the museum, accreditation signifies excellence to the museum community, to governments, funders, outside agencies, and to the museum-going public. The Smoky Hill Museum was initially accredited in 1997. All accredited museums must ...

2 years ago
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment  has issued a boil water advisory for the Saline County Rural Water District No. 2 public water supply system located in Saline County. Customers should observe the following precautions until further notice: Boil water for one minute prior to drinking or food preparation or use bottled water. Dispose of ...

2 years ago
The “Cowtown Santa Express” will return to the Abilene & Smoky Valley Railroad this coming holiday season, with the first train rides scheduled to begin this week on Wednesday. According to the organization, they are expanding the 2023 schedule to include more trains stocked with hot chocolate and cookies, holiday music and, of course, Santa himself.  ...