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The Salina community gathered Wednesday morning at Jerry Ivey Memorial Park for the annual ceremony honoring and remembering fallen law enforcement officers. During the event, Salina Mayor Mike Hoppock said that the calling to serve as a police officer is not a decision made lightly, but a commitment officers make every day to protect their community. Salina ...

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Salina Symphony Music Director Yaniv Segal has extended his contract, securing his artistic leadership through the 2029-2030 season. “I am deeply honored to continue this journey with the Salina Symphony,” said Segal. “Over the past several seasons, we have worked together to grow our commitment to artistic excellence, innovation, and meaningful connection with our community. I ...

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The Farm & Art Market opens its 3rd season this Saturday beginning at 7:30 a.m.  Organizers say due to the highly anticipated construction of the City Lights Pavilion, this year’s market will temporarily relocate to the northwest corner of Santa Fe and Ash.  The 2026 season will feature 22 vendors, including four brand-new vendors joining the market ...

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The City of Salina recently kicked off a project to inventory the condition of all streets maintained by the City.  To accomplish this, the City retained the services of Roadway Asset Services, LLC (RAS) based out of Austin, TX.    According to the City, RAS operates a fleet of vehicles equipped with an array of precision ...

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A long-standing tradition of the Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo is bringing Miss Rodeo America and Miss Rodeo K-State to town during rodeo week.  According to the Rodeo, this year a third queen will join these two as Miss Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo Queen.  Sarah Nemechek is the first Miss Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo Queen since 1981. Sarah ...

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A new Assistant Principal will part of St. Mary's Grade School in Salina beginning with the 2026–2027 school year. According to Salina Catholic Schools, Alicia Knight joins St. Mary’s after serving as Assistant Principal at Holy Family Elementary School, where she has helped support the school’s Catholic mission while fostering a strong culture of faith, academic excellence, ...

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Bethany College has a new Dean of Student Affairs. According to the school, Dr. Josh Doak has been named the College’s new Dean of Student Affairs effective June 8, 2026. In this role, Dr. Doak will provide leadership for student engagement, campus life, student support services, and initiatives focused on student success and belonging. He brings ...

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Country music hitmakers Diamond Rio will be among performers at the 50th Smoky Hill River Festival. According to the Festival, this year's entertainment features outstanding performers from the region and across the nation, representing a wide variety of musical styles, from familiar favorites to the unconventional. The headline entertainment includes: Friday Headliner: Diamond Rio - Known for ...

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The Festival Medallion Quest, which marks the official countdown to the Smoky Hill River Festival, begins Wednesday. Beginning in 2009, the Medallion Quest brings the community together to celebrate the arts in a creative and connected way, while also encouraging patronage at the Festival Art Show. ​Over the years, families and friends have searched side by ...

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The Kansas Department of Health and Environment, in coordination with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the local health department, is currently monitoring three individuals with a high-risk exposure to a person with confirmed Andes hantavirus. Under CDC guidance, high-risk exposure may include prolonged close contact or shared living space with a symptomatic individual, ...

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The City of Salina is in the process of purchasing land that is connected to the upcoming Smoky Hill River Project. Over 40 property owners that have land connected to the river channel are being approached with compensation packages. City Manager Jacob Wood joined in on the KSAL Morning News Extra and says the negotiations are underway. [audio ...