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Clearwater Man Charged With Making Threats Against President Trump

Tuesday, October 20

WICHITA, Kan. — A Clearwater man faces a federal charge after authorities say he posted threats against President Donald Trump on Facebook ahead of a scheduled visit to Wichita. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Kansas filed a criminal complaint Oct. 17 against... Read More.

Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita Reopened

Tuesday, October 20

Stryker Sports Complex in Wichita has reopened after a pickup truck drove onto a youth soccer field Saturday, killing six-year-old Cole Adrian and 35-year-old Nicholas Schafer, both of McPherson. The accident caused injuries to ten others. The city is installing temporary safety barriers while assessing... Read More.

Drug Take Back Day is Saturday

Tuesday, October 20

On Saturday, October 24 th , 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. law enforcement agencies and the Drug Enforcement Administration will host DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day at locations across the country. DEA and its partners will collect tablets, capsules, patches, and... Read More.

Police Warn of Rental Scam

Tuesday, October 20

A Salina resident lost $1,080 in a Facebook rental scam after responding to a “Houses for rent” post. According to Police Captain Jim Feldman, the victim contacted the supposed landlord through Facebook and sent $80 for an application fee, followed by $300 and $700 for... Read More.

Mayor Says McPherson Community is Grieving

Sunday, October 18

Mayor Jim Loving says the McPherson community is grieving after two residents were killed in Wichita. In a statement Saturday evening, Loving extended thoughts and prayers to the victims' families, those injured, and everyone affected. Authorities identify the victims as 6-year-old Cole Adrian and 35-year-old Nicholas... Read More.

Salina Streets to Get New Pavement Markings

Sunday, October 18

Drivers in Salina will see new pavement markings on several major roads starting Monday, October 19, through Friday, October 23, 2026. Traffic Control Services plans to work each day from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The work will take place on Broadway from Chicago to... Read More.

6-Year-Old Boy, 35-Year-Old Man, Both of McPherson, Killed in Saturday Tragedy at Stryker Sports Complex

Saturday, October 17

WICHITA, Kan. (Oct. 18, 2026) — The Wichita Police Department has identified the two victims from the incident on Saturday, Oct. 17 at Stryker Sports Complex. The 6-year-old boy has been identified as Cole Adrian. The 35-year-old was identified as Nicholas Schafer. The two were... Read More.

KDHE Announces Two Additional Grant Opportunities in Second Round of RHTP Funding

Friday, October 16

KANSAS - Today, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) posted Requests for Applications (RFA) for two grant opportunities under the second year of the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) in Kansas. The application period for the Community Health... Read More.

Salina Man Allegedly Chokes a Woman, Spits Water at Security Guard

Friday, October 16

A Salina man faces numerous charges after a violent incident early Thursday morning. According to Police Captain Jim Feldman, about 7am officers responded to a home in the 600 block of W. Iron after reports of a man acting unpredictably inside the residence. Two women... Read More.

U.S. Farm Equipment Sales Decline

Friday, October 16

U.S. farm equipment sales continued to fall in September as farmers faced weak grain prices and high production costs. Tractor sales dropped 16 percent compared with a year ago, while combine sales fell 10 percent. The Salina Post reported many farmers are holding onto older equipment,... Read More.

Salina Drive-Thru Recycling Center Accepting E-Waste

Friday, October 16

City of Salina is now accepting E-Waste at the Drive-Thru Recycling Center. If you have old electronics gathering dust at home or work, you can now recycle them at the Salina Drive-Thru Recycling Center. The city accepts a wide range of electronic waste, often called... Read More.

Former Wrestling Coach Faces Up To 40 Years in Prison

Thursday, October 15

A former Salina middle school teacher and high school wrestling coach has admitted to producing child pornography. Ryan Brungardt, 38, pleaded guilty after investigators found he recorded boys showering during wrestling tournaments. Authorities say Brungardt made 71 videos involving 25 minors. Students brought the situation... Read More.