4 years ago
OCCK Transportation is providing free rides to the general public on all services, including CityGo, regional paratransit, GoAbilene, GoConcordia, 81 Connection and KanConnect, during the 2nd Annual Kansas Mobility Week happening November 6 – 12, 2022. According to the organization, from November 6th to November 12th public transportation providers, mobility managers, the Kansas Department of Transportation ...

4 years ago
The City of Salina is preparing for its annual leaf collection effort, which begins on Monday. According to the city, General Services/Streets staff will begin conducting its annual curbside leaf collection from November 7th to December 31st, weather permitting. As the weeks progress, updates will be provided to keep everyone properly informed. Included below are the participant ...

4 years ago
McPherson College has received the largest single commitment to a small liberal arts college in the United States. According to the school, the anonymous double-match estate commitment is worth $500 million and over time will allow the college to reimagine and reinvent its campus while it pursues initiatives that enhance the student experience. McPherson College offers more ...

4 years ago
It's grown to the largest jackpot in U.S. lottery history. With no winner Saturday night, the Powerball jackpot continues to climb through billion-dollar territory and is now the largest ever. According to the Kansas Lottery, Monday's jackpot is estimated at $1.9 billion, with a cash option of $929,100,000. The jackpot rolled after no ticket matched all ...

4 years ago
A man from Utah was hurt in a single-vehicle crash near Salina late Saturday afternoon. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, 39-year-old Walter Cooke from Pleasant Grove, Utah, was driving a 2022 Toyota Prius headed west on Interstate 70. He veered to the left, and struck a bridge. The car then spun around, crossed over to ...

4 years ago
Over 800 runners from 30 states combined with over 125 volunteers combined to make the inaugural  Salina Crossroads Marathon, Half Marathon, Family Fun Run/Walk, and Team Relays a big success. The event kicked off at 7:55a.m. with an epic electric guitar performance of the National Anthem by Howard Mahan. The marathon, half marathon, and team relays ...

4 years ago
A Kansas State University program is ready to help Kansans considering starting a business or who have a business ready to scale with some valuable help and a chance for some funding. According to KSU, the K-State Accelerator, hosted by the College of Business Administration, is accepting applications now. The Accelerator is specifically intended for early-stage ...

4 years ago
The Georgetown Santas will return for the 24th year of their annual event. The group of neighbors have become a popular mainstay in Salina in the days leading up to Christmas each year. Each year they Santa suit up on Georgetown Road in East Salina, handing out candy and popcorn and spreading Christmas cheer. The group ...

4 years ago
A new list of Salina’s Most Wanted is online. The first weekend of each month a new list of Salina’s most wanted is released. The November list is online now. Those on the new list are wanted for crimes which include among others fleeing and eluding, criminal sodomy, indecent liberties with a child, computer crimes, burglary, felony ...

4 years ago
Efforts are underway to construct the World's Largest Belt Buckle, a new roadside attraction, in Abilene. According to the Abilene Convention and Visitors Bureau, local artist Jason Lahr of Fluters Creek Metal Works is constructing the buckle. Lahr is also known for his work on the Abilene Cowboy at Abilene High School, Lumber House and Dickinson ...

4 years ago
A “Stars” studded summer and fall has proponents of the Choose Saline County rewards program eager to share its virtues entering holiday shopping. Results are just beginning to shine. The local loyalty enhancement uses federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, awarding Saline Stars to consumers for their patronage of participating businesses in Saline County. In ...