2 years ago
The extreme cold prompted what was supposed to be an outdoor celebration of the life, legacy, and leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. to instead be a drive thru event. Several days of MLK events are planned in Salina, with a theme of "Remember! Celebrate! Act!". This year there is a special focus on bringing ...

2 years ago
Salina Meridian Media radio stations are back on the air. Back on January 3rd Salina radio stations including Newsradio 1150 KSAL AM, Y 93.7 FM, and FM 104.9, along with Abilene radio station AM 1560 KABI lost their on-air signal because of a power issue involving the owners of the transmitter / tower locations. While the on-air ...

2 years ago
Loss of heat in a pod at the Saline County Jail prompted some prisoners to be relocated within the facility over the weekend. Saline County officials tell KSAL News due to the extreme cold, heat became an issue in one of the pods. Heat in both pods A and B was not being delivered as called for ...

2 years ago
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has issued a boil water advisory for the Sundowner West Mobile Home Park public water supply system located in Saline County. According to the agency, customers should observe the following precautions until further notice: Boil water for one minute prior to drinking or food preparation or use bottled ...

2 years ago
Kansas Wesleyan’s Criminal Justice program has received a $90,000 grant to expand its law enforcement officer (LEO) certificate program. According to KWU, the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program is the primary provider of federal criminal justice funding to states and units of local government. These funds are in addition to those announced in ...

2 years ago
Salina Public Schools and Saline County are partnering to offer a free training program designed to help parents and community members create a safe, connected, and problem-solving home or school environment. According to USD 305, this ten-week E-Learning course is facilitated by a Salina Public Schools professional and will provide participants with the tools to turn ...

2 years ago
The Smoky Hills Prescribed Burn Association Annual Meeting is coming up later this month.  According to the organization, the event is January 29th at the Rolling Hills Zoo conference center. Doors open at 6pm for refreshments and social time with music by Don Wagner and his accompanist.  Those who attend will learn about proper fire ...

2 years ago
Plans are progressing for a healthcare clinic in a small community on the Dickinson / Morris County line that recently lost its hospital. Back in October Herington Municipal Hospital closed. Now, Heartland Health Care Clinic plans to have a second location operating with a three-person staff. According to Abilene-based Memorial Health System (MHS), after the abrupt closing ...

2 years ago
The Salina Art Center is under construction, but that won’t stop this year’s gala from being over the top. According to the organization, "Hammers and High Heels" is scheduled for Feb. 3rd at The Venue. Tickets are on sale now at www.SalinaArtCenter.org. The Art Center's Annual Gala fundraiser supports engaging and innovative programming for everyone. Nearly 3,000 ...

2 years ago
A Salina USD 305 School District Administrator is a finalist to be the superintendent of an Ottawa County School District. According to North Ottawa County USD 239, Dr. Curtis Stevens interviewed for the position of superintendent with the Board of Education on January 11th. Dr. Stevens is currently serving as the Director of Secondary Education in ...

2 years ago
Bethany College has received one of the largest gifts in school history. According to the school, longtime supporters Roy and Donice '73 Applequist have pledged a substantial ten-year gift of $10 million marking a historic contribution to Bethany College. In a heartfelt expression of dedication to Bethany College, Roy and Donice Applequist released the following statement, "Our ...