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Rezoning is First Step in Converting Motel 6 Property into Apartment Complex

Thursday, August 27

With housing concerns as a common backdrop, Salina City Commissioners this week followed the recommendation of the Planning Commission and voted 4-0 to rezone the old Motel 6 property from a C-7 Highway Commercial property to C-5 Service Commercial zoning. City Planner Dustin Herrs addressed... Read More.

The Dollywood Foundation Honors the Life and Legacy of Dolly Parton

Thursday, August 27

Foundation to carry forward Dolly's lifelong mission of inspiring children, families and communities through generosity, opportunity and love SEVIERVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Dollywood Foundation today joins millions of people around the world in mourning the passing of its beloved founder, Dolly... Read More.

Kansas Turtles Rescued from Wildlife Trafficking

Thursday, August 27

Wildlife conservation doesn't always happen in distant rainforests or on the African savanna. Sometimes, it begins with a phone call—and unfolds right here in Kansas. In August 2025, Rolling Hills Zoo answered that call after Executive Director Ryan VanZant was contacted by the Association of... Read More.

Saline County Crime Stoppers

Thursday, August 27

Saline County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in solving a crime. On August 10th, 2026, between approximately 6:00 a.m. and 6:30 a.m., a white RAM truck was captured on video entering the property located at 2388 E K4 Highway. The truck stopped near... Read More.

Red, White and Blue Concerts

Wednesday, August 26

Celebrate the spirit of America with an evening of vibrant music featuring the bold sounds of the Salina Symphony Brass Quintet alongside the dynamic energy of the McPherson College Jazz Band. The Salina Symphony Brass Quintet will join the McPherson College Jazz Band for a... Read More.

Residential Limb Pickup Complete

Wednesday, August 26

The City of Salina Public Works Department has completed the limb pickup through the residential areas. If residents have questions, please call General Services at (785) 309-5750. Since the windstorm on June 8th, Public Works staff have hauled over 4,502 dump truck loads of limbs... Read More.

K-State Salina Plane Rolls Into Garage Automotive Museum

Wednesday, August 26

It took about 5-miles of 'runway' for the 1950, single engine Piper aircraft to make a landing into Salina's Garage Automotive Museum on Tuesday morning. According to K-State Salina the bright red airplane will be on display inside the museum as part of the "Red... Read More.

Program to Examine the Potawatomi Women and Society of the Sacred Heart

Tuesday, August 25

A First Thursday event at the Smoky Hill Museum on September 3rd will explore the relationship and agreements between the Potawatomi women and a group of French Catholic nuns in Kansas. In the late 1830s, the United States forcibly removed the Wabash, St. Joseph and... Read More.

Kansas State Fair Opens September 11

Tuesday, August 25

The Kansas State Fair returns to Hutchinson from September 11-20. Organizers say the Bison Arena is reopening after five years, and new attractions include the Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show and a permanent spot for Chunky Chet’s Cookies. Favorites like the Budweiser Clydesdales, goat yoga, and pig... Read More.

Former USD 305 Superintendent Elected to City Commission

Monday, August 24

The Salina City Commission is back to full strength with five members after a roll call vote Monday placed Gary Norris into the seat vacated by former commissioner Jerry Ivey II. Norris, who served 10-years as the Superintendent for USD 305 in Salina, was nominated... Read More.

Mixed Media, “Journey,” Opens Gallery in Sams Hall of Fine Arts at KWU

Monday, August 24

Cary Brinegar had not planned to be an artist, but that’s the direction his journey is taking him. His show of drawings and mixed media, “Journey,” is now open at The Gallery in Sams Hall of Fine Arts on the Kansas Wesleyan campus and runs through Sept.... Read More.