2 months ago
Support, vision, and prayers are credited as the catalyst of a major project at Salina Sacred Heart High School which will create a new state-of-the-art fitness center, and in the process make room for a new art room and a new academic center. A capital campaign came together quickly, and school officials were able to reveal ...

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Practice flights have started, and the competition begins this weekend on Sunday.  The International Aerobatic Club (IAC) is again bringing the world's premier aerobatic pilots to the sky over Salina as the 2025 U.S. National Aerobatic Championships take flight September 28 through October 3 at the Salina Regional Airport. According to the Salina Airport Authority, spectators will ...

2 months ago
Kansas State University made one of its most significant improvements in recent years in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, climbing 42 places to No. 88 among Best Value Schools. The university also advanced across other major categories. K-State rose seven spots to tie at No. 158 among National Universities and moved ...

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No injuries are reported after reports of shots fired in a Salina neighborhood early Friday morning. According to Salinas Police,  at about 1:00 AM Friday officers responded to the area of the 300 block of N. Penn in reference to several calls reporting what sounded like multiple gunshots in the area. Officers arrived in the area and ...

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A teen from Lincoln was killed in a fiery crash on Thursday. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, 17-year-old Austin Jablonski of Lincoln was driving a Chrysler Town and Country van headed east on K 14 Highway. For an unknown reason he lost control, crossed the center line, and collided with an oncoming Kenworth semi. Both ...

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Kansas utility regulators on Thursday approved Evergy’s request to increase rates by $128 million, which will raise the average residential electric bill about $8.47 each month. The Kansas Corporation Commission approved the unanimous settlement agreement that had been reached in the case, although Commissioner Dwight Keen filed a partial dissent. The base rate is increased by 9.6% in ...

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Supporters gathered Thursday evening to celebrate a rejuvenated Salina Area United Way, and to help the organization kickoff its new campaign. A campaign kickoff was held in conjunction with a Salina Area Chamber of Commerce after hours event. United Way Executive Director Christina Small told KSAL News a brand refresh is accompanying the new campaign. [audio mp3="https://www.ksal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/christina-small-02.mp3"][/audio]   Small said ...

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Drama students at Salina Central High School are ready for  three-days of "Clue". The school's fall play is this weekend. "Clue" is based on the cult classic film and the popular board game. It's a madcap comedy that will keep the audience guessing until the final twist. Performances will be held this Friday and Saturday at 7:00pm, ...

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KWU Music will launch its 2025-26 concert season Friday night, as numerous ensembles participate in a collage concert in Sams Chapel.  According to the school, six different ensembles will perform. They include: Wesleyan Chorale Philharmonic Choir String Orchestra Percussion Ensemble Wind Ensemble Jazz Ensemble All take to the stage, performing works that range from a rendition of ...

2 months ago
A couple of Salina educators received some unexpected good news.  The Salina USD 305 School District is recognizing its teachers of the year. According to the District, Janelle Stelter from Coronado Elementary, and Ericka Cain from Salina South High, are the elementary and secondary teachers of the year.  Stelter is a high incident special education teacher at ...

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The Salina Education Foundation recently held its annual Fall Breakfast to recognize donor support for various grant and scholarship programs. The New Dawn Singers from Salina South High School provided entertainment. Guests heard uplifting remarks from Superintendent Hogan and past recipients of the LIFT program (Loan Initiative for Future Teachers). According to the organization, the LIFT program ...