1 year ago
A record breaking number of travelers are anticipated this Memorial Day Weekend, the official kickoff to the summer travel season, across the country and across Kansas. AAA Kansas is forecasting 45 million Americans to hit the road, including over half a million in Kansas. Here’s a quick look at some of the numbers, trends and tips ...

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The historic Abilene and Smoky Valley Railroad is planning a unique Memorial Day Weekend excursion. According to the Railroad, on Saturday, May 24th, the Smoky Valley Limited dinner train will pay tribute to America’s greatest generation with a bit of World War II nostalgia with its first-ever on-train USO Show. It’s a celebration of the old time ...

1 year ago
A former four-term Kansas Legislator from Salina is being remembered. Diana Dierks passed away on May 19th at the age of 81. Dierks was a realtor in Salina, and a politician. Dierks served as a Republican member of the Kansas House of Representatives for the 71st District from 2013 until 2021. She was a moderate who had ...

1 year ago
United Airlines has updated its minimum check-in windows for all flights, including flights out of Salina, to help ensure a smoother and more efficient travel experience. According to the airline: Domestic Flights: Passengers must now check in at least 45 minutes prior to departure. International Flights: Passengers must check in no later than 60 minutes prior to departure. These updated guidelines ...

1 year 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 2024 -2025 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 ...

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A baseball-themed family event on a baseball field will get summer started in Salina this Thursday evening. Be Wealth financial advisors have partnered with Salina Parks & Recreation to bring you “Beyond the Field”, a special evening under the stars. They will be showing the classic baseball film “The Sandlot” on the big screen, right on the ...

1 year ago
A Russell County man has been sentenced to a little over three years in prison in a child abuse case involving a 5-month-old girl. According to the Kansas Attorney General's Office, 33-year-old James Z.T. Rhodes of Paradise, Kansas, was sentenced to 41 months in the Kansas Department of Corrections. Rhodes pled guilty in the case earlier ...

1 year ago
The man who will become the Saline County Treasurer is October is getting an early start. Anthony (Tony) Newell is taking over the position on an interim basis until his term officially begins. According to Saline County Republican Party Chair Brenda Smith, the Central Committee met on Tuesday and elected Newell as Saline County Treasurer effective ...

1 year ago
Medallion Hunters! Are you ready? The 2025 Smoky Hill River Festival Medallion Hunt has officially started. The first clue was released by Salina Arts and Humanities staff, at 4:00 Wednesday afternoon on the steps of the Smoky Hill Museum. Clue #1: TURN TO LIQUID Since the Medallion Quest’s inception, thousands have taken part. The Medallion is a unique ...

1 year ago
Keeping a watchful eye on over the 10,000 miles of the state highway system is the mission of the Kansas Highway Patrol. KHP Trooper Ben Gardner joined in on the KSAL Morning News Extra on Wednesday with a look at the passion the agency has for keeping motorists safe - and helping those in need in ...

1 year ago
New items are on display at the Smoky Hill Museum in Salina. The museum invites everyone to stop by to see different items on display in four exhibit areas of the main gallery. These thematic areas include “Settling the Crossroads,” “Milling at the Crossroads,” “The Good Life,” and “A Military Presence.” According to the museum, while ...