2 years ago
An effort to gather food to help feed the hungry in Salina was a big success. The local “Souper Bowl of Hope”, an effort of Salina churches and businesses, coincided with the NFL’s Super Bowl. The focus of the “Souper Bowl of Hope” was to gather cans of soup, which are donated to six organizations that ...

2 years ago
With the ongoing industry demand for aviation maintenance professionals, Kansas State University Salina is launching the Aviation Maintenance Certification Program to help upskill those looking to elevate their careers. Thanks to SPARK grant funding from the state of Kansas, K-State Salina is offering full scholarships to help cover any financial burdens for those wanting a fresh-start in ...

2 years ago
Employees of Memorial Health System in Abilene wore blue jeans at work for another “Jeans Day” fundraiser on Fridays throughout the month of March. According to the hospital, employees make a donation, of at least $5, and are allowed to wear blue jeans at work. A total donation of $1,024 was gathered fo the Tri-County Free Fair ...

2 years ago
A Kansas college has received its largest scholarship gift ever. Washburn leadership announced Tuesday a $5 million gift to create the Thelma Ann Davidson Memorial Scholarship at Washburn. The gift, from Dick and Trish Davidson, will provide financial support for high-performing students with financial need. The endowed scholarship is the largest in Washburn’s history and is ...

2 years ago
The Salina Youth Symphony Program will hold auditions for the 2024-2025 season on Saturday, May 18, at the Symphony Rehearsal Hall. Students from elementary through high school are invited to audition and should come prepared to play a solo of their choice. They will also be asked to play scales and sight read. Please register online ...

2 years ago
Springtime means cone zones - and work crews making improvements to Kansas highways and interstates. Ashley Perez, Public Affairs Manager with the Kansas Department of Transportation joined in on the KSAL Morning News Extra with a reminder to motorists to slow down and take care inside those areas this spring and summer. [audio mp3="https://www.ksal.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Ashley-perez-4-16.mp3"][/audio]   For 25 years, National ...

2 years ago
A U.S. District Court judge ordered the Kansas Highway Patrol to pay $2.34 million in attorney fees and other costs following a successful challenge to constitutionality of the state law enforcement agency’s practice of detaining motorists and searching vehicles without establishing reasonable suspicion. The American Civil Liberties Union of Kansas, the national ACLU and the Spencer ...

2 years ago
An investigation is underway following the death of a Kansas prison inmate. According to the Kansas Department of Corrections, Lansing Correctional Facility resident Robert Edwin Blanchette, 44, died Monday. He was found unresponsive in his cell. Staff and Emergency Medical Service personnel administered life-saving measures but were unable to revive him. The cause of death is pending ...

2 years ago
A woman who spent over 30 years as an avid advocate for Salina is being remembered.  Sylvia Rice, the longtime director of the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce's Visit Salina division has passed away. The chamber made the announcement Monday, writing: "During her career, Sylvia exemplified dedication, professionalism, and a true passion for her work. Her contributions ...

2 years ago
Following the state competition in Salina over the weekend, winners of the Kansas KidWind State Finals are gearing up for their next challenge – the World KidWind Challenge scheduled for May 5-8, 2024 in Minneapolis, MN. According to the Kansas Corporation Commission,  to qualify for the world competition teams first had to capture one of the ...

2 years ago
A comedian known for his witty, angry rants is going out on a final tour and is planning a stop in Salina. Lewis Black is coming to the Stiefel Theatre this fall. After 35+ years as a touring stand-up comedian, Lewis Black is parking his tour bus for good next year, marking the end of his ...