3 months ago
Kansas utility regulators on Thursday approved Evergy’s request to increase rates by $128 million, which will raise the average residential electric bill about $8.47 each month. The Kansas Corporation Commission approved the unanimous settlement agreement that had been reached in the case, although Commissioner Dwight Keen filed a partial dissent. The base rate is increased by 9.6% in ...

3 months ago
Supporters gathered Thursday evening to celebrate a rejuvenated Salina Area United Way, and to help the organization kickoff its new campaign. A campaign kickoff was held in conjunction with a Salina Area Chamber of Commerce after hours event. United Way Executive Director Christina Small told KSAL News a brand refresh is accompanying the new campaign. [audio mp3="https://www.ksal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/christina-small-02.mp3"][/audio]   Small said ...

3 months ago
Drama students at Salina Central High School are ready for  three-days of "Clue". The school's fall play is this weekend. "Clue" is based on the cult classic film and the popular board game. It's a madcap comedy that will keep the audience guessing until the final twist. Performances will be held this Friday and Saturday at 7:00pm, ...

3 months ago
KWU Music will launch its 2025-26 concert season Friday night, as numerous ensembles participate in a collage concert in Sams Chapel.  According to the school, six different ensembles will perform. They include: Wesleyan Chorale Philharmonic Choir String Orchestra Percussion Ensemble Wind Ensemble Jazz Ensemble All take to the stage, performing works that range from a rendition of ...

3 months ago
A couple of Salina educators received some unexpected good news.  The Salina USD 305 School District is recognizing its teachers of the year. According to the District, Janelle Stelter from Coronado Elementary, and Ericka Cain from Salina South High, are the elementary and secondary teachers of the year.  Stelter is a high incident special education teacher at ...

3 months ago
The Salina Education Foundation recently held its annual Fall Breakfast to recognize donor support for various grant and scholarship programs. The New Dawn Singers from Salina South High School provided entertainment. Guests heard uplifting remarks from Superintendent Hogan and past recipients of the LIFT program (Loan Initiative for Future Teachers). According to the organization, the LIFT program ...

3 months ago
An annual festival celebrating the heritage of the Volga German immigrants who settled in a Kansas County that has been going on for over 50 years returns this weekend. This Friday and Saturday is Oktoberfest in Hays. The annual Oktoberfest event features a weekend of food, music, Fort Hays State University homecoming activities, and of course ...

3 months ago
A woman who was reported missing in Salina has been found safe. According to Salina Police, Deborah Peterson has been located and she is safe. At about 10:15 AM, a community member observed Peterson’s vehicle along the street in a north Salina neighborhood and contacted the Salina Police Department. Peterson was subsequently located at a residence in the area. _ ...

3 months ago
Need a musical experience that’s out of this world? How about a concert combining a multimedia exploration of the planets of the solar system, an evocative trip to the farthest reaches of space with the Voyager spacecraft, and a trio of epic themes from “Star Wars”? The countdown is commencing to the opening concert of the Salina ...

3 months ago
The Kansas Board of Regents approved a proposal from Kansas State University to work with Cowley County Community College to offer an associate degree in milling science after opposition from community and technical colleges threatened to derail the initiative. Kansas State administrators sought permission to make use of its extensive milling science infrastructure and faculty to ...

3 months ago
An open house is planned at one of Salina’s most iconic landmark homes. The Prescott-Foley Mansion, also known locally as the Foley Mansion, is officially on the market for sale, and the event is planned for serious buyers. Emanuel Manwaring, listing agent with Keller Williams Signature Partners, says due to an overwhelming response, the highly anticipated ...