3 months ago
A couple of small children found wandering in a street prompted an arrest. According to Salina Police, on Wednesday at about  8:45 AM, an officer was responding to call when he  observed a male and female child in the 700 block of Osage standing in the street. The children were only wearing diapers. There were no adults ...

3 months ago
Thursday is the 90 year anniversary of the hottest day ever in Salina, amidst the most intense heatwave ever. According to the National Weather Service, on August 13, 1936 the temperate hit a blistering 118 degrees. Five consecutive days in 1936 set records. They include: August 11 - Record 114 - 1936 August 12 - Record 117 ...

3 months ago
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reported Wednesday that the number of cyclosporiasis cases in the state has risen from 615 to 748, and 32 people have been hospitalized in Kansas. KDHE continues to work with local health departments to interview cases and try to identify a common exposure to prevent additional illnesses. Individuals diagnosed ...

3 months ago
A Salina Police Officer is among the graduates from the latest training class at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center. Salina Police Officer Tristan Johnston is among the new graduates. A ceremony on July 31st marked the completion of basic training as graduates took the law enforcement oath and officially began their careers serving communities across Kansas. The Kansas ...

3 months ago
Saline County Clerk Jamie Doss is resigning, effective September 13th. The Saline County Republican Party will hold a convention on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at 7 p.m. at the Courtyard by Marriott located at 3020 Riffle Drive, Salina, Kansas to select a replacement for the county clerk position. According to the Party, under party rules and Kansas ...

3 months ago
They circled the moon back in April. This week they visited what they declared was the "best space museum on planet Earth ". A couple of astronauts from the NASA’s Artemis II crew visited the Kansas Cosmosphers in Hutchinson on Tuesday. At the invitation of Senator Jerry Moran, Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman and Mission Specialist ...

3 months ago
If you love movies you're invited to stick around for the conversation. The Salina Art Center Cinema's "After the Credits Film Club" formed back in February. It is free and open to everyone—no membership required. Food and drinks are optional and on your own. This month they're talking all things The Odyssey and 4 Days in ...

3 months ago
Experience the sights, sounds and stories of the American West during Chisholm Trail Days: Longhorns & Legends, this Saturday and Sunday at historic Old Abilene Town. According to the Abilene Convention & Visitors Bureau, held during America's 250th anniversary year, the two-day celebration features longhorns, Wild Bill Hickok, live entertainment and hands-on activities that celebrate Abilene's ...

3 months ago
As the new school year begins, Kansas drivers need to be aware of a new law that makes it unlawful to hold a cell phone while driving through school zones during posted, active hours. “Whether it is parents picking up or dropping off their children, high school students driving to and from school or anyone simply ...

3 months ago
With school back in session, the enforcement of the reduced speed school zones in Salina will resume Wednesday. Drivers are encouraged to be additionally aware of children, school buses, the school zones around schools, and the reduced speed limits. Kansas law states that when a school bus stop arm is extended and the flashing lights on the ...

3 months ago
The jackpot for Wednesday night's Power ball is at a  billion dollars. The jackpot has an estimated cash value of $433.1 million. According to the lottery, it ranks as the eighth largest in Powerball history and the largest U.S. lottery jackpot offered so far in 2026. Powerball tickets cost $2 per play and are sold in 45 ...