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A bomb threat is under investigation at Great Bend High School. Officials say a reported bomb threat call yesterday was found to be baseless. Law enforcement conducted a thorough sweep and investigation of the school, and determined that there was no threat to security or safety.

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Each spring, the City of Salina evaluates its long-term financing needs for capital projects that are completed or nearing completion. A series of actions by the City Commission over the past several years has shaped funding for the replacement of Fire Station No. 4. On Jan. 3, 2022, commissioners approved Resolution No. 21-8009, adopting the city’s ...

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The Central Mall in Salina will remain closed for the next several days while damage cleanup from Sunday night’s hail and rain continues. Management tells KSAL News the Mall will remain closed until repairs are made and it is determined to be safe for customers. The goal is to open before the weekend. The facility suffered extensive ...

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Following the recent hailstorm, the City of Salina is reminding residents and property owners to use caution when hiring contractors for roof and property repairs. According to the City, Severe weather events often attract out-of-town or unlicensed contractors who may solicit work door-to-door. While many contractors operate legitimately, some may misrepresent their credentials and put residents ...

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Millfest returns to Lindsborg this Saturday, bringing with it a blend of tradition and new experiences – including the largest lineup of arts and crafts vendors the festival has seen in recent memory, the debut of a rare restored tractor, and a breakfast event featuring a rediscovered taste of Lindsborg from 80 years ago. For Adam ...

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The Saline County Tag Office is providing information for those whose vehicles have been declared a total loss due to hail damage only. According to the agency, If your vehicle has been totaled strictly as a result of hail damage and you intend to retain ownership of the vehicle, you must obtain official documentation from your ...

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A man from Salina is one of two people in Kansas who received prison sentences following separate Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) investigations into reports of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). According to court documents, Douglas Harpster, 53, of Salina pleaded guilty to one count of sexual exploitation of a minor - possession of child sexual ...

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Saline County Commissioners have changed the way funds will be allocated to outside agencies. Applications from nonprofit or tax-exempt entities are now being accepted until 5pm on Friday, May 22nd. Applicants are being asked to focus their requests to address four key questions: The agency's mission and how it helps control costs for County departments How County ...

4 weeks ago
The City of Salina Community & Development Services Department is alerting residents, contractors, and developers to recent fraudulent communications requesting payment for application approval fees from recent planning & zoning actions. These messages may appear to come from the City of Salina and often request payment via wire transfer or ACH. These requests are not legitimate. The ...

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Out with the old, in with the new. SculptureTour Salina will unveil the new 2026 exhibit during the UNwrap Party this coming Saturday, May 2nd. According to Visit Salina, the 24 new sculptures will be simultaneously unwrapped at precisely 11:00 am. Everyone is encouraged to bring family and friends and come downtown for the big reveal. Everyone ...

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Kansas Governor Laura Kelly is responding to the latest round of severe weather to impact the state. Kelly issued a state of disaster emergency yesterday morning following severe storms. The verbal state of disaster emergency allows for state resources to help communities impacted by the severe storms that have moved through Kansas since Saturday.