3 years ago
The two senators from Kansas, both Republicans, have drastically different views on budget legislation which passed their chamber on Thursday. The legislation approves a $1.7 trillion budget for the 2023 fiscal year. Kansas Senator Jerry Moran lauded the legislation, citing $13 million in new funding for Kansas law enforcement and a $15 million federal investment for the ...

3 years ago
The Geary County Sheriff’s Office Marine Unit completed a rescue on Milford Lake Thursday in the midst of extreme weather. According to the agency, at 9:42 a.m. Thursday Geary County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Milford Lake in the area of Auld Rd. in reference to a subject who was stranded on the water in a disabled ...

3 years ago
A Lindsborg man was killed in a single-vehicle crash on an icy road late Wednesday night. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, 16-year-old  Sawyer Lysell-Alkire of Lindsborg was driving a 2003 Mazda Tribute headed south on Interstate 135. The SUV entered the a ditch, overturned, and came to rest on its top approximately 100 feet West ...

3 years ago
Thursday marked a historic day in Kansas Wesleyan’s history, as the university announced it had surpassed the $4.5 million goal for its Music campaign. According to the school, with that the planning process is officially underway for the renovation of Sams Chapel and the Music departmental spaces. “This is truly a special day,” said Dr. Matt Thompson, ...

3 years ago
The colossal spending package that has drawn the ire of some Senate Republicans in Washington is now paused in debate Thursday over how to fund the government, boost special programs and send financial support to Ukraine. The measure has seemingly split the support of Kansas' two Senators, with Senator Roger Marshall planning to block, while Senator ...

3 years ago
The world's largest belt buckle has been unveiled. According to the Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau, at 19 feet 10 ½ inches wide and 13 feet 11 ¼ inches tall (not including the frame), Abilene, Kansas is now home to the World’s Largest Belt Buckle. Unveiled Wednesday at noon at Eisenhower Park, the project serves as ...

3 years ago
Students, faculty, staff and administration at Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus helped contribute gifts to local families in the campus's first student-led Giving Tree project.  According to the school, students involved with K-State Salina's Student Governing Association helped create and lead the Giving Tree project, which raised more than $1,500 to put toward gifts for ...

3 years ago
Salina Police have enacted their Emergency Accident Reporting Plan. The “Emergency Accident Reporting Plan” has been implemented due to severe weather and/or hazardous driving conditions as the number of motor vehicle accidents exceeds the Department’s ability to respond in a timely manner. Eligible accidents include any non-hit and run, non-personal injury motor vehicle accident that does not ...

3 years ago
A forecast of snow, blowing snow and dangerous wind chill conditions has local officials getting ready to keep people safe. Michelle Weis, Saline County Emergency Management Director joined in on the KSAL Morning News Extra and says safety starts with communication to local and state agencies.   Listen to the full conversation here: https://soundcloud.com/oddittenger/michelle-weis-saline-county-emergency-management-12-21?si=0d85a663fd244560b7771267d22f9896&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing

3 years ago
A near head-on crash sends a rural Saline County woman to the hospital. Undersheriff Brent Melander tells KSAL News that on Tuesday evening around 6:45pm, Jolissa Crook was trapped briefly in her 1995 Honda Civic after a two car crash just west of Burma Road in the 4400 block of W. State Street. Deputies say for an ...

3 years ago
A Salina man is in custody after being tased and pepper sprayed following a domestic disturbance Monday afternoon. Police Captain Paul Forrester tells KSAL News that 35-year-old Joseph Johnson allegedly threaten his mother and a neighbor with a hammer in the 600 block of Charles Street. Police say the incident began when Johnson called his mother from ...