5 years ago
The downtown Salina skyline was changed forever during the noon hour on Wednesday. As a large, curious crowd gathered to watch, the new Stiefel Theatre spire for the newly built tower was hoisted high above the street and secured into place. The tower, which the spire is the crown jewel of, is being rebuilt exactly as it ...

5 years ago
Salinans gathered on a bright fall morning at the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month to honor all veterans. A respectful crowd gathered for Veterans Day ceremonies at the Salina / Saline County War Memorial in Sunset Park. Among those in the crowd were veterans and their family and friends, area students, ...

5 years ago
Salina Public Schools has a new strategic plan. At its November 10 meeting, the Board of Education officially approved a new vision statement, mission statement and goals. “We believe strongly in the education we provide students and want USD 305 to be the destination for work and learning,” stated Linn Exline, superintendent. “Our new vision, mission ...

5 years ago
Numerous tools and other equipment are found by authorities, but a Salina business is still in search of thousands of dollars worth of other equipment that was stolen. Salina Police Capt. Paul Forrester tells KSAL News that the burglary occurred at Kansas Backflow Testing, 146 S. 3rd St., between 2:30 on Monday and 7:30 on Tuesday. It ...

5 years ago
A resident who previously tested positive for COVID-19 has died at Salina Presbyterian Manor. “The entire Salina Presbyterian Manor family is mourning today,” said Christian Gilbert, executive director. “It is always difficult to lose one of our beloved residents, and our hearts are broken.” According to the organization, they will continue to follow guidance from the Saline ...

5 years ago
Hundreds of bikers with big hearts will be on a mission roaring across the area the next couple of weekends, delivering toys. Motorcycle toy runs are scheduled in Abilene, and Salina. First is the 22nd Annual Abilene Motorcycle Toy Run this Sunday, November 15th.  Motorcycles will department from the Lumber House True Value escorted by the ...

5 years ago
The state will proceed with its annual auction of surplus bison at the Maxwell Wildlife Refuge. This year's bison auction will be open to registered buyers only, concessions will not be provided, and face masks will be required. According to the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks, and Tourism  approximately 50 bison from the McPherson County  Maxwell Wildlife ...

5 years ago
Two popular exhibits are returning to the Smoky Hill Museum - virtually. According to the museum, available to audiences once again, but in a new virtual format, are Here and Beyond the Paranormal and In the Trenches with Company M. Both are available on the Museum’s website www.smokyhillmuseum.org. Discover the heroic men of Salina’s Company. Follow them ...

5 years ago
There were 3 new COVID-19 cases confirmed at Salina USD 305 schools on Tuesday. There have been 10 new cases in the district this week, including 7 on Monday and 3 on Tuesday. According to USD 305’s COVID-19 incidents page, cases Tuesday were confirmed at: One positive case at Central High School November 10, 2020 One ...

5 years ago
The Saline County Health Department is becoming overwhelmed dealing with COVID-19. Though because of Veteran's Day there will be no Wednesday report, the agency says it received over 50 new cases on Tuesday. "The Health Department is extremely overwhelmed with the number of new case investigations," said Saline County Health Officer Jason Tiller. “With the excessive ...

5 years ago
A missing Salina man has been found safe. The Salina Police Department reported that 68-year-old Knute Willison was located safe this morning in Topeka. The statewide silver alert has been canceled. - - - ORIGINAL: A statewide Silver Alert has been issued in an effort to help find a missing Salina man. According to Salina Police, the whereabouts of 68-year-old Knute ...