6 years ago
Saline County has its 28th COVID-19 case. According to the Saline County Health Department, the case Involves a male in his 30s associated with a close contact who is isolated. Saline County has had 28 cases.  Out of the total number of cases, four citizens continue to be actively monitored and isolated and there have been two deaths.  ...

6 years ago
Kansas continues to see a rise in COVID-19 cases. According to the Kansas Department of Health & Environment, the latest information was released at 9 a.m. Friday and there are now 7,886 confirmed cases of COVID-19 with 172 related deaths. Meanwhile, of the positive cases, less than 10% of those infected have needed hospitalization. Of the 172 deaths, ...

6 years ago
Kansas State University is announcing a second round of emergency furloughs from multiple areas of the university. A total of 58 employees will be furloughed. Affected areas include the College of Health and Human Sciences, the College of Veterinary Medicine and Parking Services. The furloughs will occur in June and July. "These emergency furloughs are an ...

6 years ago
A Salina woman has her stolen vehicle returned to her residence, however, she is now missing a computer that was inside of the car prior to the theft. Salina Police Capt. Paul Forrester tells KSAL News that a 2013 Nissan Altima belonging to Raelynne Curtis, 36, Salina, was stolen between 3 a.m. and 7:45 a.m. Thursday ...

6 years ago
A former Salina student is one of eight recipients of a student award from Kansas State University. Eight new graduates of Kansas State University's College of Education are receiving awards from the college for excellence, potential or promise. The awards include the Outstanding Undergraduate Student Award for excellence in leadership and scholarship; the Outstanding Future Teacher Award ...

6 years ago
Salina police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a couple of suspected thieves who were caught on camera. The case is this week’s Saline Crime Stopper’s crime of the week. Police say on April 10th, between 6:00-6:36 PM, two men were alleged to have shoplifted at Walmart, 2900 S 9th Street, Salina. The suspects ...

6 years ago
Thursday was the last day of class for Salina USD 305 seniors. Though no in-person graduation ceremony ceremonies can be held, the district says after large group gatherings are once again permitted they will arrange a time for the Class of 2020 to walk the stage in their cap and gown. A photographer will be hired ...

6 years ago
Brittany Riffel had the perfect wedding planned. She and her soon-to-be-husband Thaine Willer would get married in a small, intimate ceremony followed by a big, fun party with their favorite people and favorite food to celebrate. Enter COVID-19, bursting through this young bride's plans like the Kool-Aid man through a wall. Brittany posted on Thursday night to ...

6 years ago
Saline County is not planning any further restrictions in addition to what Kansas Governor Laura Kelly announced Thursday afternoon. According to the Saline County Health Department, the new “1.5” Phase, effective May 18th, continues reopening efforts while still preserving some restrictions.  Key highlights include: Mass gatherings of more than 10 individuals continue to be prohibited. Nail ...

6 years ago
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly is slowing down the reopening of the state. The Governor  signed an executive order Thursday afternoon which establishes a new phase to the “Ad Astra: Plan to Reopen Kansas.” The new “1.5” Phase, effective May 18th continues reopening efforts while preserving some data-driven restrictions necessary to prevent community transmission of COVID-19. “The good ...

6 years ago
This week a plan was approved by City Commissioners for Salina to host league and tournament baseball and softball this summer. The events will begin in June and continue through July following COVID-19 health indicators put forth by the state and county. Salina City Manager Mike Schrage says the plan is fueled by a partnership between Salina ...