1 year ago
The Kansas Turnpike Authority is putting the word out to beware of scammers. According to the agency, if you receive a text indicating you owe money, disregard it. Do not click or use it. The KTA never sends unsolicited texts. Always verify links are accurate. For KTA, the main website is DriveKS.com. The turnpike went cashless earlier this ...

1 year ago
A trio of Salina Central High School athletes put the pen to the paper, as they commit to take their talents to college. On Wednesday, Central student athletes, Katelyn Rupe, Valerie VanZant and Lillyana Jones each signed their letters of intent at the school's cafeteria. Katelyn Rupe, University of North Carolina (Cross Country and Track) Valerie ...

1 year ago
A couple of student athletes at Salina South High School signed letters of intent Wednesday afternoon to continue their sports and academic careers at the collegiate level. At the school's Fall 2024 Signing Ceremony Hannah Gardner signed to play softball at Cloud County Community College, while Rylee Lambeth signed to bowl at Barton County Community College. South ...

1 year ago
Salina and Topeka authorities cooperate in a drug bust. Salina Police Captain Jim Feldman tells KSAL News on November 11th the Salina Police Department (SPD) SWAT team assisted the Topeka Police Department (TPD), for a drug bust in the 100 block of N. College. Initially, TPD were searching the home in connection to a homicide case ...

1 year ago
Celebrate the holiday season with the Salina Symphony and Ballet Salina production of The Nutcracker Dec. 14 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 15 at 4 p.m. at the Stiefel Theatre. Enjoy a magical experience watching Clara and the Nutcracker grace the stage as the Salina Symphony and more than 80 dancers bring Tchaikovsky’s masterful score to ...

1 year ago
 The State of Kansas is opening early a program which helps low income families pay energy bills. According to the Kansas Department for Children and Families, Kansans needing assistance with winter energy bills will be able to begin applying for its Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) Monday, Nov. 18. Applications will be accepted until 5 ...

1 year ago
The Stiefel Theatre is getting a jumpstart on 2025 with the announcement of three big shows. According to the venue, Elton Dan and The Rocket Band, Black Violin, and Bored Teachers are all coming this Spring. Tickets for all three shows go on sale this Friday. Elton Dan and The Rocket Band - Saturday, February 22nd Elton Dan and ...

1 year ago
Salina Police and Salina USD 305 officials are still investigating an incident in which two high school students were transported to a hospital, but they say it was not fentanyl related. Salina EMS responded to South High School at around 11:15 Tuesday morning to a report of several students suffering a medical episode. School district officials ...

1 year ago
The City of Salina has launched  a website designed to make transportation safer for all residents—whether walking, using mobility devices, biking, taking public transit, or driving. According to the City, the Salina Safety Action Plan (CSAP), started this summer. It aims to reduce road deaths and serious injuries by mid-2025, supporting USDOT’s Safe Streets for All ...

1 year ago
Due to current temperature trends and the amount of leaves still on trees, the City of Salina is delaying its curbside leaf collection. According to the City, instead of beginning in November, this year leaf collection will be from December 2nd to January 31st, weather permitting. To help staff collect all the leaves set out by the ...

1 year ago
City staff has been crafting a survey for members of the Salina Fire Department to identify key traits and leadership characteristics they are looking for in a new Chief. City Manager Mike Schrage joined in on the KSAL Morning News Extra to touch on a range of issues including the early stages of finding a new ...