11 months ago
Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. It’s an opportunity for folks to safely dispose of their prescription drugs that are no longer needed.  The Saline County Sheriff’s Office  is among agencies across the country that are participating. Law enforcement will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and other solid forms of prescription drugs for safe disposal. For ...

11 months ago
The premiere of a documentary feature film will highlight a weekend of events planned to celebrate the development of a perennial grain with the potential to change the way we farm. Such a grain — Kernza — and the man who guided its development — Kansas Wesleyan University grad Dr. Wes Jackson  — will be ...

11 months ago
Community race directors have come together to create a first-time ever Salina running series. With the Love, Chloe Family Fun Run occurring this weekend, race directors in Salina have assembled to launch "Run Salina Series." According to Co-Founder and Race Director for Salina Crossroads Marathon Daniel Craig, "Run Salina Series" is a collaborative effort of local ...

11 months ago
Have you made dinner plans for Friday yet? Well here is a suggestion for you. Sip for a cause and enjoy a delicious meal as DVACK will be hosting a fundraiser event, "Teal Me More" at La Curva on Friday, April 25th from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm. La Curva will serving a limited time margarita flavor ...

11 months ago
The Kansas Department of Transportation is again warning the public about a scam involving fraudulent text messages – known as smishing – that falsely claim to be from KDOT and demand payment for unpaid tolls. According to the organization, KDOT does not request or collect any form of payment via text message. KDOT does not collect tolls ...

11 months ago
Negotiations are underway at the Salina USD 305 School District for a new teacher contract. According to the district, the school board and NEA-Salina met for their first round of negotiations on the terms of the 2025-2026 contract. Both sides presented their proposals for next year’s contract. Topics included the following: Increases to the salary schedules and ...

11 months ago
A group gathered outside on the campus of Kansas Wesleyan University Wednesday afternoon, just as a light drizzle dissipated, to work together to plant a couple of trees. K-State Horticulturist Agent Jason Graves organized the event to recognize Arbor Day. Graves told KSAL News the tree planting is part of what makes KWU eligible for tree campus ...

11 months ago
The annual, month long support for the hungry kicked off with a luncheon before it officially launches next Thursday. Project Salina (founded in 1990), a non-profit that fights hunger in the community held a luncheon at Sunrise Presbyterian Church to celebrate its month long donations of food. President Mike Paul tells KSAL News, "it is a ...

11 months ago
The Salina Fire Department contained a residential structure fire on Tuesday afternoon. At approximately 4:10 PM, the Salina Fire Department was dispatched to 709 Carriage Court following reports of a fire in the garage, with potential occupants still inside the residence. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered a working fire in the attached garage with flames spreading to ...

11 months ago
An argument at a Salina motel resulted in an arrest and a broken phone. Police Captain Jim Feldman tells KSAL News at midnight on Wednesday, April 23rd an argument occurred at the Marifah Inn (1846 N. 9th). Allegedly, 22-year old Colten Miller and a 31-year old woman who are acquainted got into an argument in their room. ...

11 months ago
Salina authorities are investigating a theft that took place at a Salina park, resulting in over $2,000 worth of items stolen. Police Captain Jim Feldman tells KSAL News City of Salina employees reported that sometime between 9:00 am - 1:30 pm on Tuesday a theft occurred. Allegedly, an unknown suspect removed two chainsaws from the back of ...