4 months ago
The death of a baby prompts the arrest of a Salina woman. According to Salina Police, Monday morning at 7:42 first responders were called to a home in central Salina to a medical call. Officers and medics arrived and contacted the occupants of that home. Just prior to the call, one of those occupants had discovered their ...

4 months ago
Navigating paperwork and the red tape inside the machine of caring for veterans is the mission of Michael Robben and the Kansas Office of Veterans Services. Robben joined in on the KSAL Morning News Extra with a look at helping vets find the benefits and services earned through their military service. Robben says one of the sticking ...

4 months ago
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach has officially launched the Safe and Secure Firearm Detection Program for Kansas public schools. According to the AG's Office, the statewide grant initiative helps enhance school safety by allowing public schools to partner with ZeroEyes, firearm detection technology providers, for equipment and services. The program funds ZeroEyes' AI gun detection and intelligent ...

4 months ago
A 15-year-old boy accused in a fatal shooting in Salina appeared via video in juvenile court Monday afternoon, along with his court appointed guardian ad litem. Collin Arroyo is facing charges which include: Murder in the 2nd degree (reckless) Criminal Use of a Weapon Possession of Marijuana Possession of a Hallucinogenic Drug Possession of Drug Paraphernalia Arroyo is ...

4 months ago
A quick moving snowstorm played a role in a couple of single vehicle accidents on Friday evening. According to the Saline County Sheriff's Office, a 45-year-old woman was driving a 2006 Infiniti SUV in the 5700 block of S. Burma Road and slid off the road. The car landed on its top in a creek. The driver ...

4 months ago
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, ...

4 months ago
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 ...

4 months ago
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 ...

4 months ago
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 ...

4 months ago
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 ...