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A driver was hurt in a single-vehicle crash on a Marion County highway Sunday night. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, 70-year-old Sharon Sumner from the Marion County community of Florence was driving a Ford Focus on US 50 Highway. She became blinded by headlights of oncoming traffic, went into a ditch, and struck a culvert. Sumner, ...

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An area photographer will share stories about his time documenting the annual Sandhill Crane migration at the Smoky Hill Audobon Society's first meeting of the new year. According to the organization, Tanner Colvin will be the feature speaker this Thursday evening at their monthly gathering. Colvin will share photos and stories from the Platte River from the ...

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Noon Network AMBUCS is preparing to host the 21st Annual Bid Appétit Charity Auction, themed “Pitch for a Purpose,” celebrating more than two decades of Inspiring Mobility and Independence in the Salina community. The annual fundraiser will be on Sunday, March 1, at Tony’s Pizza Event Center, featuring live and silent auctions, themed games, food and drinks, and a ...

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A weekend of thrills, laughs, and family fun is coming to Salina. The all-new 2026 edition of the Hamid Circus is coming to the Tony's Pizza Events Center. According to the venue, this exciting event promises breathtaking performances, daring feats, and unforgettable memories for audiences of all ages. It will be two full hours of nonstop ...

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Employees from the hospital in Abilene are helping students pay for school lunches. According to the hospital, employees of Memorial Health System participated in another “Jeans Day” fundraiser throughout the month of December. Employees make a donation, of at least $2, and are allowed to wear blue jeans at work. A total donation of $857 was presented ...

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A new face is on staff at the Dickinson County Economic Development Corporation to begin the new year. According to the organization, Jackie Hynes is the new Events and Marketing Director. Hynes brings more than a decade of experience supporting nonprofit organizations and community-focused initiatives through strategic marketing, brand development, and relationship-driven storytelling. With a background in ...

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The Salina Fire Department is reorganizing its command staff and chief officers, and has made multiple promotions within its ranks. According to the agency, the promotions reinforce the department’s commitment to leadership development, operational readiness, and service to the community. As part of the reorganization, the following promotions become effective Monday, January 12th: Chris Stansberry — promoted ...

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A woman from California was killed in a two-vehicle crash on a highway in Ellsworth County Friday afternoon. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, 54-year-old Stephanie Stevens from Rio Vista, California, was driving a Chevrolet Equinox on K-14 Highway.  The SUV began to spin counterclockwise and was struck head-on by an on-coming Ford F 350 pickup ...

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Tumbleweeds have taken over some areas of the High Plains of Kansas. They thrive so well that they are part of the culture of the West. But this ample supply of blowing weeds can hurt farm yields, wreak havoc on neighborhoods and cause fire dangers. A minor but significant character in old western movies: the tumbleweed. ...

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A new round of funding is available for rural communities to upgrade downtown business signs, making them more attractive and modern while preserving historic character. According to the Kansas Department of Commerce, funding is available via Supporting Innovative Growth through New Signage (SIGNS) grant opportunities, building on the program’s inaugural year in 2025 with several updates ...

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With the Kansas Legislative session beginning next week in Topeka, State Representative Steven Howe, District 71 joined in on the KSAL Morning News Extra with a look at a range of issues facing the state. Howe shared a letter he penned to Speaker Dan Hawkins ahead of the session regarding Star Bonds and says he believes ...