7 months ago
Though they have been on sale since late last week in Salina, fireworks can now be legally discharged Thursday, July 3rd and Friday July 4th. Local officials say consumer fireworks are a wonderful way to celebrate the holidays. But they must be used carefully. According to the National Fire Protection Association, each year nearly 10,000 people ...

7 months ago
Salina is set to let freedom ring on Friday, beginning with an old fashioned celebration in the park and ending with a spectacular fireworks display. Independence Day will begin with the All-American 4th of July / Play Day in the Park, and will end with the Skyfire fireworks display. Oakdale Park will be the place to be ...

7 months ago
The Fourth of July is full of food, fun and fireworks. As family and friends attend gatherings and events, Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee says food safety should be a top priority during festivities. The top four tips Blakeslee encourages include: Always wash your hands before handling food and eating. Wash them after handling ...

7 months ago
While fireworks and festivities are staples of Independence Day, the holiday often brings anxiety and risk for pets. Loud noises, bright flashes, unfamiliar guests and tempting table scraps can all pose threats to their health and safety. Kansas State University veterinarian Susan Nelson encourages pet owners to start preparing early, especially if their pet has shown ...

7 months ago
More than 72-million Americans are expected to travel for the Fourth of July holiday. According to AAA Kansas,  61.6 million Americans plan to drive to their destinations for the Independence Day holiday including more than 585,000 Kansans. The agency expects to rescue more than 3,000 drivers across the Sunflower State, and more than 690,000 nationwide. For those ...

7 months ago
Voting for this year's state patrol "Best Looking Cruiser" calendar competition is underway. The annual competition is sponsored by the American Association of State Troopers. The contest began as a friendly competition between the state agencies and is proving to be a fun and engaging way to allow our state’s community members to support and interact with ...

7 months ago
The Salina Symphony invites you to celebrate 70 years of live orchestral music during the upcoming 70th Anniversary Season, Infinite Horizons. “Our 70th anniversary is more than a celebration of the past,” said Yaniv Segal, music director and conductor. “It’s an invitation to experience music that stirs the soul, stretches the imagination, and expands the mind.” ...

7 months ago
A Stage Two drought restriction is continuing for the city of Wichita. Cheney Reservoir is currently more than 97 percent full, but the lake's current 12-month average water level is unchanged from May at 60-point-one percent. According to the National Weather Service, Wichita experienced its third rainiest June since records began in 1889.

7 months ago
As audiences race to the box office for this summer's blockbuster "F1," many might be wondering what it really feels like to be behind the wheels of the high-octane, precision-engineered Formula One cars featured in the movie. Most will never know. Kansas State University students, however, have the opportunity to design and drive a Formula-style ...

7 months ago
Because it was so well-received last year, a celebrity basketball game will this year again be a part of a North Salina community block party event. A former Harlem Globetrotter will play, as will a couple of players who have played professionally overseas, in the game which is one of the highlights of "Daddy Bud ...

7 months ago
If the spelling contest was one of your favorite days at school - the Salina Public Library has a night planned for you! SPL's Head of Fundraising Alison Walker tells KSAL News that teams are gearing up to take the stage and S P E L L. [audio mp3="https://www.ksal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/bee.mp3"][/audio]   The high energy Adult Spelling Bee Showdown, presented by ...