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Memorial Day Ceremony at Sunset Park, Salina-Saline County War Memorial
Members of the Saline County Community and friends of the W. Kreps American Legion Post 62 honored our nation’s fallen heroes during a Memorial Day Ceremony on May 27 at the Salina-Saline County War Memorial in Sunset Park. U.S. Army Ret. Col. Julia Bell, who, in 2021, made significant...
I-135 construction continues in McPherson County
MCPHERSON COUNTY — A reminder that I-135 is being reconstructed from the north side of Exit 46 to the north side of exit 48 near Moundridge in McPherson County. At exit 48, the southbound on and off ramps will be closed when the southbound lanes are closed, and the northbound on and off ramps will be closed when the northbound lanes are closed. A 60 MPH speed limit and 16' width restriction is in effect during construction.
Cash and community — a glimpse into Jim DuBois' career as Saline County Treasurer
From sending out tax payment reminders to informing residents of unclaimed property under their name, the Saline County Treasurer's Office affects the daily lives of nearly every citizen in the county. Next October, after a dozen years as the Saline County Treasurer, Jim DuBois intends to retire after turning around...
Saline County — Today is the final day to submit budget questions via email
REMINDER: Today is the final opportunity to submit questions and comments about the 2025 Budget via email. As always, the public is welcome to attend commission meetings and make comments in person. Let's Talk:. Review: Access the Budget documents online within the Saline County Commission Agenda to gain a comprehensive...
The deadline to spend ARPA funding is coming. What is Saline County doing to prepare?
With a deadline to spend everything coming at the end of this year, more than $7.5 million or 75% of Saline County's American Rescue Plan Act or ARPA funds are "out the door." That's what county administrator Phillip Smith-Hanes said about the county's allotment of federal government funding designed to help the nation recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Saline County Commissioners focus on budget, continues to next meeting agenda
With the budget at the forefront of most commissioners' minds, the Saline County Board of Commissioners met for its regular meeting on Tuesday, May 14, and began tackling its action item agenda, which included three items: two requests from Saline County Road and Bridge and American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding management.
City of Salina announces annual water line chlorine flushing — May 29
To maintain high water quality in the City’s water distribution system and Saline County RWD #3, the Utilities Department will temporarily modify the disinfection process used to treat our drinking water. This is a preventative maintenance process and consists of turning off the ammonia feed and increasing the free...
Free Shred Day in McPherson Saturday
MCPHERSON, Kan. — The Citizens State Bank in McPherson is hosting a Free Shred Day Saturday from 9 to 11 a.m. at 223 N. Main. Each customer can bring up to 3 office boxes of papers to shred. No staples or paper clips, please. The event will last until...
🎙King in the Community — Saline County Admin. Phil Smith-Hanes
Click the play button above to hear Nate King's conversation with Phil Smith-Hanes. Join Nate King, News Director at Salina Post, as he discusses key community issues with Saline County Administrator Phil Smith-Hanes on this episode of King in the Community. They cover the unexpected shutdown of the Choose Saline...
Saline County — Call to action Broadband Community Assessment
In today's digital age, reliable broadband access is essential for economic growth, education, healthcare, and overall quality of life. To address broadband deficiencies and enhance connectivity throughout the county, Saline County has contracted with Design Nine, Inc. of Blacksburg, VA, to conduct a comprehensive broadband study. Design Nine will examine...
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