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City of Salina approves receiving $22 million federal grant for Smoky Hill River Renewal
Years of hard work, dedication and hope has finally led to real, perceivable progress happening with the Smoky Hill River Renewal Project. After approval by the Salina City Commission Monday, a Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant will see more than $22 million of funding coming to the project from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
🎙King in the Community: Alyssa Sanchez, Deputy Director at Saline County Emergency Management
Join King in the Community host and Salina Post News Director Nate King as he discusses severe weather preparedness in Saline County with special guest Alyssa Sanchez, new Saline County deputy emergency management director. Learn about the importance of having a preparedness kit, an emergency plan, and how to stay...
Choose Saline County App ends: deadline to use rewards
On Thursday, Saline County received word from Colu, the Choose Saline County app developer, that the Choose Saline County app will be discontinued June 1, 2024. "There'll be some changes, but at the end of the day, our goal is to encourage people to support local businesses," said Melissa McCoy, Saline County Public Information Officer. "People have loved the Choose Saline County app they love earning cashback on local purpose purchases and while that will change while it will look a little bit differently, that will still occur."
Volunteer opportunities still available for Salina Spring Spruce-up
Salina's Spring Spruce-up 2024 is coming this weekend, with the Friends of the River Foundation announcing several areas around the city needing volunteers. According to the Friends, this year's event, happening from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 27, is the next example of the Salina community coming together with spirit and civic pride.
Roads closed in Saline County for drainage structure replacements
Elm Creek Road between Thompson Road and Halstead Road will be closed until May 10 to replace a drainage structure. Crawford Road between Donmyer Road and Amos Road will be closed until May 17to replace a drainage structure. Local and emergency traffic will always have access to private property within...
Upcoming Public Hearing on New Truck Facility Proposal at Yost Drive
The Salina City Planning Commission has scheduled a public hearing on May 21, 2024, to discuss a new development proposal by GMCN Architects, Inc. The hearing will take place at 4:00 p.m. in Room 107 of the City-County Building at 300 West Ash Street. The discussion will focus on Application #CU24-3, which requests a Conditional Use Permit for a new facility.
Final 2024 Salina Spring Poetry Series, April 30
The 40th Salina Spring Poetry Series, sponsored and organized by Salina Arts & Humanities, concludes on Tuesday, April 30, with a reading by Patricia Traxler. The reading will begin at 7 p.m. at Red Fern Booksellers, 106. S. Santa Fe Avenue. Admission will be $5 cash at the door and...
🎙King in the Community: Rebecca Seeman, Saline County Registrar of Deeds
Join 910 KINA and Salina Post News Director Nate King for his latest episode of the King in the Community Podcast with Saline County Registrar of Deeds Rebecca Seeman. They discuss Saline County government month, the importance of accurate land records, digital indexing, property ownership, passports, fraud prevention, and what led her to a career in public service. Learn about the meticulous work involved in managing real estate documents in Saline County.
Salina Advances Urban Development with Approval of New Ordinances Impacting Local Utility Easements
The City of Salina, Kansas, has recently approved two ordinances, 24-11203 and 24-11204, to vacate public utility easements for private development. These changes are part of the city's efforts to manage its urban landscape and balance public utility needs with private development.
Celebrating Our Heritage: Discover the Impactful Women of Kansas - Presentation on May 2
In 1889, Mattie Piper traveled from Kansas to Oregon and returned within a year. Her experiences in Kansas are part of an upcoming presentation by Cheryl Mullenbach, who will discuss Mattie's life and other notable women from Kansas.
🎙King in the Community: State Rep. Clarke Sanders, legislative update
Join us for the latest episode of the King in the Community podcast with Salina Post News Director Nate King. Listen in as we discuss the latest from Topeka with Clarke Sanders, State Representative for the 69th Kansas House District. We cover topics such as tax reform, late-night conference committee...
State Sen. Claeys secures $10 million for new Salina healthcare facility
Salina Family Healthcare Center will receive a $10 million boost from the state as they embark on a capital campaign aimed at building a new family medical clinic on South Ohio Street. Senator J.R. Claeys, Republican of Salina, secured the funds in the state budget to support the new $60...
Salina's Growth: New Multi-Family Housing Development Begins at Magnolia & I 135
Salina Destination Development (SDD), in partnership with the City of Salina, Kansas, has started the first phase of a new housing project. This project aims to provide various housing options to support the area's growing population. The increase in population is due to economic growth and new employees moving to Salina.
Choose Saline County app to end May 31, 2024
This morning, Saline County received word from Colu, the Choose Saline County app developer, that the Choose Saline County app will be discontinued June 1, 2024. This unexpected turn of events does not lessen Saline County's commitment to supporting local businesses and those who shop there. County employees began discussions about ways to continue this kind of support and expect to be able to make an announcement later this month.
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