3 months ago
A nonprofit organization offering welcome breaks for caregivers of individuals with dementia or any other debilitating issues, is celebrating its 20th anniversary in Salina. Sunflower Adult Day Services provides much needed respite for caregivers with the aim of supporting the care which they already provide at home. In addition, they have a proactive approach that sustains mobility, ...

3 months ago
A crash just off Interstate 70 in Dickinson County involving a semi and a passenger car sent two people to the hospital. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol,  a Chevrolet Impala was exiting I 70 at the Chapman Exit and failed to yield the right of way at the stop sign. The car was struck on ...

3 months ago
An SUV ended up on its top following a two-vehicle crash at an uncontrolled intersection in north Salina Tuesday afternoon. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a Subaru Ascent driven by 51-year-old Gina Rosenwald from Overland Park, and a Chevrolet Trailblazer driven by 21-year-old Kylie Buntin from Bennington,  were approaching the intersection of 8th and Antrim. ...

3 months ago
Not all animals cared for at Rolling Hills Zoo are “official residents.” From time to time, the Zoo’s “wild unofficial residents” require a little extra care and attention from the animal care team. Such was the case for the Zoo’s “resident” great blue heron. According to the organization, although never part of Rolling Hills Zoo’s official ...

3 months ago
The Salina Art Center is inviting area artists and designers to be a part of a gala event. The art center is creating a world of Monet’s water lilies, garden blooms, and Bridgerton-era romance as they reimagine their annual fashion show gala through the lens of In Bloom: A Garden Gala. They are seeking 15 visionary artists ...

3 months ago
Salinans are encouraged to wear pink later this month to show support for those whose lives have been impacted by breast cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, promoting early detection, and supporting access to timely, high-quality care. On Tuesday, October 21, the Live Well Saline County Coalition and the North ...

3 months ago
The Saline County Treasurer’s Office has installed a new secure payment dropbox, located on the south circle drive near the main entrance of the County Office Building at 300 W. Ash Street.  According to the agency, the dropbox offers residents a convenient, 24-hour option for submitting tax payments as well as vehicle tag renewals without having to ...

3 months ago
A support group for parents who have lost a child will host an event Wednesday at a Salina Downtown bookstore. Central Kansas Death Care Collective (CKDCC) will be hosting their second Death Storytelling hour at Red Fern Booksellers. Three mothers will share their personal stories of losing a child. CKDCC has a month full of events ...

3 months ago
The Salina Family YMCA will launch its first "Teen Night" later this month. According to the organization, the new "Teen Night" program designed to give local youth a safe and engaging space to connect, move, and grow. The event will take place Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 5:30pm–8:00pm at the Salina Family YMCA. Open to teens ages ...

3 months ago
A Holocaust survivor will speak virtually at Kansas Wesleyan University this week. KWU welcomes Dr. Judy Jacobs, Holocaust survivor, for a special presentation on Thursday, October 9th. KWU Professor of History Dr. Mike Russell joined in the KSAL Morning News Extra with a look back at the closing days of World War II and how Jews ...

3 months ago
With a little over four weeks until race day there are 4,475 runners registered for the Salina Crossroads Marathon. This year's event is Saturday, November 8th. Organizers say runners are registered from all 50 states, Canada, Mexico, and Tanzania, which puts Salina Crossroads on pace to be the largest marathon event in Kansas this year. There ...