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A former Salina teacher and wrestling coach is accused of creating child sexual abuse materials  by secretly filming minors showering during a high school sporting event. According to court documents, 37-year-old Ryan Brungardt, of Salina is charged with two counts of production of child pornography and one count of attempted production of child pornography. Brungardt is a ...

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March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Regular colorectal cancer screening is one of the most powerful weapons against colorectal cancer. The colonoscopy is the gold standard for preventing colorectal cancer. All men and women should get screened for colorectal cancer starting at age 45. Those ...

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All are invited to a celebration of perennial foods and their deep roots in this community. Red Fern Booksellers is planning a gathering to enjoy perennial treats and engage in conversation with scientists from The Land Institute who contributed to the new book "Living Roots: The Promise of Perennial Foods". Aubrey Streit Krug, co-editor of the ...

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Southwest Kansas rancher Cole Gardiner is in recovery mode after a wildfire tore through 35,000 acres and kicked around 200 cattle. Gardiner Angus Ranch, located near Ashland, has been in his family for 150 years. In his lifetime, Gardiner remembers only one other fire that was as devastating, the Starbuck Fire that occurred about nine years ...

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Two Salina radio stations are joining other stations from across the country to embark on a two-day effort to help in the fight against childhood cancer. Meridian Media radio stations Y 93.7 and FM 104.9 are part of a two-day radiothon beginning Thursday to benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Multiple radio stations across the country ...

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A Freddy's Frozen Custard Steakburgers prototype drive-thru location in Salina is closing for good. Wednesday is the last day of operation. JRI Hospitality tells KSAL News the Freddy’s drive-thru on East Crawford is closing after a five year test of the concept. These are no longer approved Freddy’s footprints after the test. All employees have been offered ...

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About 100 Students at Salina Central High School gathered during the noon hour and walked out of the school in peaceful protest. The group left the school and gathered outside Salina Stadium, before marching in solidarity to the sidewalk in front of the school were they held signs and stood in protest of recent ICE ...

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The Salina Family YMCA is expanding its commitment to community safety this spring with a full lineup of American Red Cross–certified aquatic training courses, all taking place in March. These programs include new lifeguard certification, lifeguard recertification, and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) training, offering opportunities for teens, adults, and current lifeguards to build life-saving skills and ...

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Voters in the McPherson Public Schools USD 418 community approved two bond questions in a Tuesday election. According to the school district, Bond Question 1 passed with 63.6% of the vote, and Bond Question 2 passed with 60.2% of the vote. Officials say these results reflect the community’s investment in safe, modern learning environments and long-term ...

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A couple of Kansas State Troopers have been honored for life saving efforts in Ellsworth County. According to the agency, the KHP Life Saving Award was recently presented to Technical Troopers Brent VanBuren and Ryan Wolting for their actions on October 4, 2025, which saved a young man’s life.Following reports of a shooting both troopers responded ...

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Weather and other unforeseen mechanical issues have slowed  curbside leaf collection in Salina, but it's continuing. According to the City, General Services staff are continuing from Crawford Street heading north. Participant Guidelines and Information: Rake and pile leaves between the curb and sidewalk. If no sidewalk exists; pile leaves directly behind the curb. Staff will not be picking ...