3 days ago
As holiday travelers start hitting the road in potential record numbers, Memorial Day weekend gas prices are the highest they’ve been in four years. According to AAA, the national average for a gallon of regular unleaded Friday is at $4.55, up 3 cents over last week and $1.38 higher than this time last year. Current prices ...

3 days ago
The Salina Board of Zoning Appeals paved the way for a new restaurant, unanimously approving a zoning application by Panda Express. The board approved parking and drainage plans for the planned Asian fast-casual restaurant. The Panda Express in Salina will be located on South 9th Street, across the street from Arby's.  There will be parking for 35 ...

4 days ago
Schools out, and summer is here for area youth. Salina Public Library is celebrating the beginning of the summer season with the Summer Kickoff Party on Friday. The party is from  5–7 p.m. at Caldwell Plaza south of the library and all are invited. Families can enjoy carnival games, face painting, and free pizza while supplies last. Summer Learning ...

4 days ago
The 50th year of the Smoky Hill River Festival offers hands-on artmaking for all ages, encouraging new experiences and community connection by participating in the “Community Tangle” and Viva La Tinta printmaking demonstrations. No experience is needed, and participation is free with the purchase of a wristband. According to Salina Arts & Humanities, situated along the ...

4 days ago
Salina Central High School has been recognized as a recipient of the Disney on Broadway School of Excellence Program. This initiative recognizes middle and high schools across the United States for their exceptional student-led involvement in theatre production. According to the organization, the nationwide program now entering its third year, called upon schools to demonstrate creativity and ...

4 days ago
There's still time to register your kids for Camp Tech 2026. Camp Tech will be June 1-4, from 8:30 am - 11:30 am, at Salina Area Technical College. It's for students going into the 5th to 12th grade. The 2026 lineup features hands-on, grade-specific technical workshops: Automotive (Grades 8-10): Tire changes, RC car races, and maintenance. Business ...

4 days ago
The splash pad project at Jerry Ivey Park is complete, and it will open Saturday. Salina City Commissioners approved the project back in September. As approved, the $709,165.00 design had 17 features. The splash pad it is replacing had 10 features. In the spring of 2024 the splash pad at the park was closed due to underground ...

4 days ago
MANHATTAN — Kansas State University Salina is home to students, faculty and staff who are shaping the future of aviation and technology. The campus recently recognized outstanding Wildcats for excellence during the academic year. Two outstanding students and five faculty and staff members have been recognized for their distinct commitment and accomplishments at K-State Salina in the ...

4 days ago
A man was arrested after allegedly refusing to leave a Salina hotel's property, and then fighting with police. According to Salina Police, on Wednesday at about 12:15 PM, officers responded to the Hastings Inn, 217 S. Broadway, in reference to a subject who refused to leave the premises. Officers made contact with 52-year-old Jason William Meyers. Officers ...

4 days ago
It’s the most anticipated day of school for many Salina and Saline County students. It’s the last day of school. Students are making summer plans with friends as the 2025 -2026 academic school year wraps up. Thursday is the last day of classes at Salina USD 305 schools and USD 307 Ell-Saline. USD 306 Southeast of Saline ...

4 days ago
A pilot from New Mexico and his passenger were able to walk away after safely landing in a field in a Central Kansas community. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a small plane landed in a field on East 20th and Fountainwood in Hutchinson.  The plane had run out of fuel. The pilot, 66-year-old Steven Craig Suddarth ...