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Kansas Wesleyan University officials plan a public meet-and-greet with drummer Morgan Parker Tuesday, July 7, on the Starlight Theatre grounds in Kansas City, MO. It will precede the Saline County native’s performance as a member of the band for “A Beautiful Noise: The Neil Diamond Musical,” that’s been touring North America over the past four years. Ticket ...

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The Kansas Department of Commerce has awarded $750,000 in Downtown Revive & Thrive grants to support nine building renovation projects across Kansas, including projects on Lincoln, Minneapolis, and Marion. According to the agency, when matched with more than $286,000 in local contributions, a total investment of over $1 million will be used to create spaces for ...

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The Independence Day holiday on Saturday will alter some essential services, and Salina area public transportation. Public transportation in Salina and the Salina area will not be running on Friday, July 3rd or Saturday, July 4th. According to OCCK, the organization which runs the services, transportation including Paratransit, Salina CityGo, 81 Connection, GoAbilene, GoConcordia, KanConnect and OCCK ...

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Though they have been on sale since Saturday in Salina, fireworks can only be legally discharged  July 3rd and July 4th. . The Salina Fire Department is reminding everyone to celebrate the Independence Day holiday safely and in accordance with City of Salina fireworks regulations. Fireworks may be discharged within the city limits only on July ...

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Millions of travelers are out and about ahead of the Independence Day holiday. AAA Kansas  predicts that a record 72.2 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home for Independence Day through Sunday, July 5. This year’s domestic travel forecast surpasses last year’s record of 71.8 million travelers, but the increase (0.5%) is smaller than recent year-over-year gains. The ...

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Salina City Commissioner held a two-hour study session on Wednesday to unpack the story of how a west Salina neighborhood has been waiting for clear water. Salina Utilities Director Martha Tasker, provided those in attendance the background on aging cast iron pipes that play a role in the murky tap water - plus a project list ...

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The Salina Symphony announces its upcoming “Music for All” season, featuring a diverse lineup of concerts that celebrate the joy, beauty, and connection of live orchestral music. “This season, we celebrate the many ways music connects us,” said Yaniv Segal, music director and conductor. “From Gershwin and Ellington to Beethoven and Rachmaninoff, from The Nutcracker to ...

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A Wichita State University student is dead after drowning in Oregon. Authorities say 21-year-old Kenny Truong downed on Friday after jumping into the Blue Pool at Willamette National Forest. Investigators say Truong struggled to swim to shore after jumping into the water, and he disappeared under the surface.

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A burglary suspect is under arrest following a manhunt in Haysville. Authorities responded to the report of two suspicious people in the 100-block of Western early yesterday morning and found a vehicle with two people inside at Kirby Park. One person was detained, and the other was captured following a search in a nearby neighborhood. The suspects were ...

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Early numbers from the Smoky Hill River Festival demonstrate strong support for the 50th year of the event. According to Salina Arts & Humanities more than 53,000 came through the gates Thursday through Sunday, with an estimated economic impact of $3,000,000. Organizers are pleased with how the event came together, despite the significant storm that hit the ...

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Salina Regional Health Center has been recognized for its stroke care. The hospital in Salina has received two American Heart Association Get With The Guidelines achievement awards demonstrating a commitment to following up-to-date, research based guidelines for treatment of stroke – helping save lives, support recovery and reduce hospital readmissions. According to Salina Regional, they were recognized with ...