6 months ago
As the drone industry continues to advance and develop new regulations at a rapid pace, Kansas State University Salina's Applied Aviation Research Center, or AARC, prepares the next generation of drone pilots to be Federal Aviation Administration compliant through world-class uncrewed aircraft systems training and education. The Federal Aviation Administration, or FAA, is planning new regulations aimed at standardizing ...

6 months ago
The Powerball jackpot has soared to an estimated $815 million for the next drawing on Wednesday night, making it the seventh-largest prize in game history. The jackpot has an estimated cash value of $367.9 million. The Powerball jackpot rolled Monday night after no ticket matched all six numbers drawn – white balls 16, 19, 34, 37, ...

6 months ago
Salina has a new permanent city manager. Following several executive sessions, city commissioners voted 5-0 to appoint Jacob Wood to the position, at a salary of $235,000. Wood has been acting as interim city manager since the end of 2024, when Mike Schrage resigned. Following a nationwide search, Wood was one of three finalists for the position. ...

6 months ago
Kansas State University was among universities across the country targeted with swatting calls Monday. According to the school, late Monday afternoon it was a target of a swatting attack intended to be disruptive to the Manhattan campus. Riley County Dispatch received a call on their administrative line of a message stating active violence at Hale Library. Officers ...

6 months ago
A long-time pharmacy business which was first established in Downtown Abilene in 1962 was damaged by a fire late Sunday night. According to Patterson Health Care Pharmacy there is significant damage due to the fire and smoke. Due to the. fire occurring while the business was closed, there were no injuries. Currently their operations are suspended until ...

6 months ago
Organizers are ready for an area rodeo which dates back to 1956.  The 69th Annual Longford PRCA Rodeo, a Labor Day Weekend tradition, is this coming weekend. According to the Longford Rodeo Committee the award-winning event on Friday, August 29th, and Saturday, August 30th, promises to be the most exciting yet, with major facility enhancements and ...

6 months ago
The Smoky Hill Museum invites everyone to participate in its upcoming street fair event. According to the museum there are three ways to get involved and be a part of this community event. They include: Parade Entries: Showcase your spirit in Salina's favorite parade! Register Here: https://www.smokyhillmuseum.org/what-to-do/special-events/street-fair/street_fair_parade.html . Chili Cook-Off: Compete for top prizes with your delicious ...

6 months ago
In an effort to improve safety for motorists, the City of Salina will implement new parking restrictions along 5th Street between Prescott Avenue and South Street. According to the City, a recent review of traffic data, crash history, and field observations determined that vehicles parked close to driveways and intersections were limiting visibility and increasing the ...

6 months ago
The Kansas Highway Patrol ended a pursuit by using the Grappler, a new tool it implemented as part of a pilot program to end high-speed pursuits more safely and effectively. According to the agency, over the weekend a pursuit ended with a successful Grapple. The pursuit started on I-70 in Wyandotte County and went north on I-635. ...

6 months ago
Students at Salina Area Technical College will be able to “earn while they learn” through a new apprenticeship program with Geoprobe. Lora Kirmer Community Engagement Coordinator with Geoprobe tells KSAL News that the collaboration will give students a leg up across four disciplines.   [audio mp3="https://www.ksal.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Geo-Lora-1.mp3"][/audio]   According to the school, they are working with Geoprobe Systems to offer ...

6 months ago
A pilot was killed when his small aircraft crashed after taking off in North Central Kansas Sunday night. According to the Kansas Highway Patrol, a single engine a Rans S-21 Airaile plane took off from the airport in Concordia. When a possible mechanical issue occurred, the plane lost altitude and nose dived into the ground. The pilot, ...