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The warmest temperatures of the summer thus far are forecast for Monday and Tuesday. According to the National Weather Service, factoring in the humid conditions will produce heat indices up to 105 degrees Monday afternoon and up to 110 degrees Tuesday afternoon. So far this year in Salina, though the heat index has topped 100, the ...

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As summer temperatures rise, many look for ways to manage household energy costs. Kansas Gas Service encourages customers to focus on simple steps that can improve efficiency and help reduce overall energy use. According to the Kansas utility company, Customers can take control of their energy costs by making a few simple adjustments at home: Limit A/C ...

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Bethany College will honor six people with Alumni Awards, recognizing alumni and friends whose leadership, service, generosity, and dedication have made a lasting impact on the College and its community. The awards will be presented during Homecoming & Inauguration festivities on October 25, 2026 at a community and alumni brunch. According to Bethany, the awards celebrate ...

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Volunteers are still being sought to help with one of the signature summer events in Salina. Visit Salina is still looking for volunteers for the KKOA Leadsled Spectacular Car Show. The event at Oakdale Park is Friday - Sunday July 24 -  26. They still have the following shifts available: Friday, July 24 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. ...

1 month ago
Joe and Terry Malesky gave Salina a story. This is not the kind of story that can be easily found by opening a book, watching a film, or perusing social media. It’s a story presented via the metal body of a catfish riding a bicycle, but if the time is taken to tease out the ...

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The Salina Family YMCA is transitioning Angel Early Learning Center into its YMCA Early Learning Center and McAdams Childcare Center locations as part of a long-term strategy to strengthen its early learning programs. The transition has a target completion date of September 30, 2026. According to the YMCA, over the past year leadership has carefully monitored ...

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Tips are being sought in a case involving a theft and damage case in rural Saline County. It's the latest Salina Crime Stoppers crime of the week. According to the Saline County Sheriff's Office, On June 21st between approximately 3:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m., unknown person(s) entered a property located at 2778 W. Water Well Rd. ...

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A threat at a Salina store prompted the arrest of a woman Thursday evening. According to Salina Police, at about 9:00 Thursday night officers responded to Dollar General in reference to a threats call. Contact was made with employees who reported a female, identified as Rachel Vogan (56), entered the business, and asked to use the ...

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A woman was arrested after she was found in a random apartment. According to police, on Thursday at about 5:20 PM, officers responded to the 1800 block of S. Broadway in reference to an unknown female being in the reporting party’s apartment. Contact was made with a 53-year-old male who reported he had come back home ...

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A driver was injured in single-vehicle crash in which he crashed into a barn and was ejected from his SUV. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, 19-year-old Nicholas Rinehart of Chapman was driving a Ford Escape headed west on  Old US Highway 40 when the he failed to navigate a curve. The SUV crossed the center ...

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On Saturday you can help in the local fight against cancer by simply enjoying some all-American food. Saline County Relay For Life is hosting Hot Dog Days, its first Fundraiser at Atwoods, 400 S Broadway. They will be firing up the grill, and cooking hotdogs. All are invited to come grab two tasty hot dogs and a ...