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The driver of a semi hauling cattle was injured, and multiple cow killed, in a single-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a Freightliner semi carrying cattle crashed and overturned on U.S Highway 50, on the exit ramp to I-135 at Newton. The driver, 35-year-old Jared Caviness from Remsen, Iowa, was transported by EMS ...

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The former director of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library in Abilene, Kansas, said on Thursday that he was told to “resign or be fired” from his post after refusing to give the Trump administration a historic sword. Todd Arrington’s resignation came shortly after Arrington refused to relinquish one of President Eisenhower’s swords from the museum’s ...

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Volunteers willing to put in a half-day of work are being recruited to help fix-up Salina. The Friends of the River Foundation is spear-heading the annual Fall Fix-Up, set for this Saturday, October 4th, from 8 a.m. to noon. This community event brings Salina residents together to improve and beautify key areas of our city through ...

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Pet owners in Salina can bring the furry members of the family to a special blessing of the animals event. Christ Cathedral clergy and members invite the community to the church’s annual St. Francis Blessing of the Animals Service, this Sunday at 4 pm. All safe, well-behaved animals who are on a leash or in a carrier ...

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A member of the Kansas City Royals broadcast team will be the featured speaker at an event in Salina. According to the Salina Area Chamber of Commerce, the 2025 Kansas Young Professionals Summit will offer an opportunity to connect, grow, and lead.  The high-energy, one-day event returns to Tony’s Pizza Event Center on Friday, November 7, ...

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Monster trucks are headed back to Salina and ready to roar. Marshall Motor Company will celebrate its 20th  monster truck event this Saturday. According to Marshall, this milestone event features Hall Brothers Racing, one of the nation’s premier Monster Truck Racing teams, sponsored by Ram Trucks.  Fans can look forward to seeing the legendary "Raminator" and ...

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A man was arrested after allegedly threatening a Salina animal control officer with a crowbar. According to Salina Police, on Wednesday morning at around 11:30 officers were dispatched to the report of a disturbance in the 100 block of S Front Street. Police Captain Jim Feldman says an animal shelter employee had been sent to the area ...

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Fire destroys a pickup after a couple buddies take it fishing. The Saline County Sheriff's Office reports Wednesday afternoon around 2pm, 28-year-old Zachary Burwell, of rural Saline County and his passenger, 25-year-old Austen Reimler, Salina parked the 1994 Chevy Silverado in the 2300 block of North Link Road and walked away to do some fishing. About 30 ...

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The last First Friday of the season is this Friday in Downtown Salina. This final First Friday event will feature late shopping at over a dozen businesses, till 7 PM. They include: Salina Selfie Station Familia Toys Salina Art Center Poppy & Vine Red Fern Booksellers Baron Mushmouse Flipping Fabulous Eccentricity Sanity Boutique On the Pot ...

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Salina USD 305 is launching a district-wide attendance campaign. According to the District, regular attendance matters and every day in class is a step towards growth, learning, and success. Attending school regularly not only helps children feel more positive about school and themselves, but it also has a powerful impact on their academic success. Too many absences, ...

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Crisp mornings, colorful leaves, and a calendar full of events make Abilene the perfect destination this October. Visitors can experience history, hunt for pumpkins, watch the world’s fastest dogs race, and enjoy a few thrills and chills in the historic Old West setting of Old Abilene Town. Farm Toy Museum Open House – October 5 Kick off October ...