3 months ago
For individuals facing the challenges of cancer, recovery often involves more than medical treatment. It also requires confidence, connection, and opportunities to regain physical strength. The Salina Family YMCA's Wellness Warriors program is helping make that possible. Led by certified Cancer Exercise Specialist Andi Kilsch, the free program provides a safe and welcoming space for cancer ...

3 months ago
It wasn't something you see everyday. A classic airplane being towed through downtown Salina. The aircraft, a 1950 Piper PA 20 Pacer that has a brilliant red paint finish, journeyed about five miles from the K-State Salina Aviation Maintenance facility to the Garage Automotive Museum. It will become part of the museum's "Red Hot Rides" exhibit, ...

3 months ago
A Salina man was arrested after allegedly striking a child in the head and then threatening the child. According to Salina Police, officers Monday evening responded to a report from the Kansas Department for Children and Families about a possible assault of a child under the age of 12. The child had been battered by a ...

3 months ago
A man was arrested after allegedly threatening employees at a Salina store and then locking himself in a bathroom. According to Salina Police, on Monday at about 9:45 in the morning officers were dispatched to Dollar Tree at 2450 S. 9th Street to a report of a male who locked himself into the store restroom after ...

3 months ago
A resurfacing project on K-156 in Ellsworth County begins this week. According to the Kansas Department of Transportation, project work will involve a mill and overlay beginning at the Barton/Ellsworth county line and continuing northeast about 21 miles, through town, to the north city limits of Ellsworth. Work will occur during daylight hours with flaggers and a ...

3 months ago
A west-central Kansas school superintendent faces 10 charges including misuse of public funds, contributing to child misconduct by encouraging commission of a felony, and witness intimidation. Jeff Michael Jones, of Ransom, was arrested at 1 p.m. Friday and released just before 7 p.m., according to a booking sheet from Ness County Sheriff Brandon Mitchell. Jones has been ...

3 months ago
The Salina Area United Way is set to host an informational  childcare event. According to the agency, whether you're a parent looking for care, a child care provider, an employer, a community partner, or simply someone who cares about strengthening child care in the community, there’s something here for 9AM - 10 AM Connect, Explore & Have ...

3 months ago
A water main replacement project in Salina is set to soon begin. Salina City Commissioners Monday approved a bid by Diehl Enterprises in the amount of $2,059,778 with a $102,989 (5%) construction contingency for a total project authorization not to exceed $2,162,767. Construction for the project is scheduled to be substantially completed within 365 days, and final ...

3 months ago
A  man who spent 10 years as the USD 305 Superintendent of Schools, from 1994 - 2004, will fill a vacant seat on the Salina City Commission. Following a nomination process, by a vote of 3 - 1 commissioners elected Gary Norris to fill the seat vacated by commissioner and vice mayor Jerry Ivey back in ...

3 months ago
A program responsible for many of the murals in downtown Salina is cancelling it's 2026 event.  The Boom! Salina Street Art & Mural Festival, which the last four years has been held in early October, is pushing pause citing. Organizers cite "an unresolved legal matter involving sign ordinances" that does not involve Boom Salina. Boom Salina is ...

3 months ago
The swim lesson program is returning t the Salina Family YMCA this fall. According to the organization, swim lessons begin September 14th, offering opportunities for swimmers of all ages and ability levels to develop essential water skills in a safe, supportive environment. The program is designed to help participants build confidence in the water while learning important ...