5 months ago
There's still time to "Find Waldo" in Downtown Salina. Red Fern Booksellers is one of 325 independent bookstores nationwide participating in the Find Waldo event. There is no charge to participate int the hide-and-seek fun, which is designed to encourage residents to patronize their local businesses.  The hunt lasts until July 26th. According to the Salina bookstore, ...

5 months ago
An experienced professional with nearly 25 years of background in business of international logistics and supply chain management is a new instructor at Bethany College. According to the school, Kurt Siklar is a new Assistant Professor of Business.  He brings a unique combination of practical industry knowledge and a deep passion for education to his new role. Siklar’s career ...

5 months ago
It’s another sign that the new school year is just around the corner. The Kansas Highway Patrol is inspecting school buses and other transport vehicles.  Each year every school vehicle used to transport students is inspected. This inspection process is part of the patrol's efforts to ensure the safety of students transported in Kansas. The agency ...

5 months ago
Salina Regional Health Center has been recognized for its spine care, and its knee and hip replacement care. According to the hospital, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas (BCBSKS) has recognized it as a Blue Distinction Center for Spine Surgery  and for Knee and Hip Replacement. These programs identify hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) that demonstrate ...

5 months ago
Salina's Presbyterian Manor senior living facility is among  30 organizations across the state awarded funding from $4.1 million through the Community Service Tax Credit Program (CSP) to support significant fundraising efforts. According to the Kansas Department of Commerce,  the Community Service Tax Credit Program provides an opportunity for non-profit organizations and public healthcare entities to improve ...

5 months ago
A new person is in charge of Salina’s CKF Addiction Treatment organization. According to CKF, Jessica M. Eckels is the new President & Chief Executive Officer. A twelve-year veteran of the organization, Eckels steps into the permanent role with the full support of the Board of Directors and a deep, demonstrated commitment to CKF’s mission. Known for ...

5 months ago
Though it's been open for about a year, a health center in Salina that focuses on wellness by using natural and holistic methods celebrated its official grand opening on Friday. Crystal Allen is the owner of "The Sanctuary Arts & Wellness". On Friday as friends and supporters gathered, she ceremoniously cut a ribbon to christen her ...

5 months ago
Though there were a lot of fireworks launched, there were not a lot of fireworks related injuries in the Salina area. Hospital officials tell KSAL News Salina Regional Health Center saw four patients with fireworks related injuries over the Independence Day Holiday. Memorial Hospital in Abilene saw one patient. All patients in Salina and Abilene had minor ...

5 months ago
A Salina company that reshapes cars and trucks is fueling an event to help DVACK reshape shattered lives. The owners, staff and friends of Reanimated Customs is spearheading "Downshift & Chill," a community celebration with a focus on classic cars, live music, food and fundraising for an organization that helps families that have been torn by ...

5 months ago
It's a sure sign that back to school is on the horizon. USD 305 Online Enrollment is set to begin. USD 305 Online Enrollment opens this Monday, July 14th, for both new and returning Salina Public Schools students. Log into Skyward July 14-28 for school registration. According to the district, parents and guardians are asked to watch ...

5 months ago
A man was arrested late Thursday night following an alcohol-fueled violent incident at a motel in which he allegedly battered and tried to stab an employee with a piece of broken glass. According to Salina Police, at about 11:30 PM officers responded to the Airliner Motel at 781 N. Broadway in reference to a subject damaging property ...