5 years ago
A resident who previously tested positive for COVID-19 has died at Salina Presbyterian Manor. “The entire Salina Presbyterian Manor family is mourning today,” said Christian Gilbert, executive director. “It is always difficult to lose one of our beloved residents, and our hearts are broken.” According to the organization, they will continue to follow guidance from the Saline ...

5 years ago
Hundreds of bikers with big hearts will be on a mission roaring across the area the next couple of weekends, delivering toys. Motorcycle toy runs are scheduled in Abilene, and Salina. First is the 22nd Annual Abilene Motorcycle Toy Run this Sunday, November 15th.  Motorcycles will department from the Lumber House True Value escorted by the ...

5 years ago
The state will proceed with its annual auction of surplus bison at the Maxwell Wildlife Refuge. This year's bison auction will be open to registered buyers only, concessions will not be provided, and face masks will be required. According to the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism  approximately 50 bison from the McPherson County  Maxwell Wildlife ...

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Two popular exhibits are returning to the Smoky Hill Museum - virtually. According to the museum, available to audiences once again, but in a new virtual format, are Here and Beyond the Paranormal and In the Trenches with Company M. Both are available on the Museum’s website www.smokyhillmuseum.org. Discover the heroic men of Salina’s Company. Follow them ...

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There were 3 new COVID-19 cases confirmed at Salina USD 305 schools on Tuesday. There have been 10 new cases in the district this week, including 7 on Monday and 3 on Tuesday. According to USD 305’s COVID-19 incidents page, cases Tuesday were confirmed at: One positive case at Central High School November 10, 2020 One ...

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The Saline County Health Department is becoming overwhelmed dealing with COVID-19. Though because of Veteran's Day there will be no Wednesday report, the agency says it received over 50 new cases on Tuesday. "The Health Department is extremely overwhelmed with the number of new case investigations," said Saline County Health Officer Jason Tiller. “With the excessive ...

5 years ago
A missing Salina man has been found safe. The Salina Police Department reported that 68-year-old Knute Willison was located safe this morning in Topeka. The statewide silver alert has been canceled. - - - ORIGINAL: A statewide Silver Alert has been issued in an effort to help find a missing Salina man. According to Salina Police, the whereabouts of 68-year-old Knute ...

5 years ago
A rural Gypsum man that became stuck inside of his truck from an accident is sent to Salina Regional Health Center. Saline County Undersheriff Brent Melander tells KSAL News that the accident occurred at the intersection of Woodward Rd. and Mentor Rd. at 12:50 p.m. Monday. Michael Jenson, 64, rural Gypsum, was driving a 1995 International Tractor ...

5 years ago
Meridian Media and Salina Downtown Inc. are teaming up this holiday season to help bolster sales for small businesses in the local community by putting cold hard cash in the hands of listeners. The Christmas Downtown Dash presented by Salina Downtown Inc. is a new promotion launched this year that will test the winners' speed, planning, ...

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Cold blustery weather  did not deter a small group from gathering Tuesday morning to honor Salina’s town founders. Representatives from the Smoky Hill Museum and the City of Salina will gathered at Gypsum Hill Cemetery to honor town founders and other pioneers buried locally, many of whom are veterans. Salina Mayor Mike Hoppock shared remarks about town ...

5 years ago
While Abilene's Community Bible Church's annual Thanksgiving dinner will have a different feel this year due to COVID-19, the church will still be handing out free meals for anyone. Representatives with Community Bible Church in Abilene will still hold its annual community Thanksgiving dinner. However, due to COVID-19 precautions, the dinner this year will be carry ...