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Barton County Commission meeting agenda (7/9)
The Commission meeting will be live-streamed through Microsoft Teams. Citizens may view the meeting through their own sign in or by signing in “anonymously”. Please follow this link: https://bit.ly/42f4PdD. If you wish to participate in the discussion of any item, please call (620) 793-1800 for instructions. BOARD OF...
Kansas man hospitalized after semi strikes pickup on I-70
THOMAS COUNTY—One person was injured in an accident just after 1p.m. Monday in Thomas County. The Kansas Highway Patrol reported a 2025 Freightliner semi driven by Ryan Joseph Silva, 45, Thornton, Colorado, was westbound on Interstate 70 near the Brewster exit. The semi drifted into the passing lane and...
City of Great Bend burning tree pile at compost
From the City of Great Bend... The City of Great Bend would like to announce we will be burning our tree pile at the compost site today. We are taking advantage of the current wind conditions with the potential to be burning tomorrow as well. Depending on the weather it could be extended further into the week.
Multiple witnesses report man for yelling profanities at Hawthorne Park
Late into the day on Sunday, July 7, multiple residents at Hawthorne Park on North Ninth Street reported that a man yelled profanities at children and allegedly pushed someone while at the park. Salina Police Department (SPD) Capt. James Feldman said multiple witnesses saw 33-year-old Salina resident Hunter Bowen enter...
📸 Daddy Bud Day celebrates Salina's history and community
On Saturday, July 6, dozens of visitors attended the second year of the reestablished Daddy Bud Day at Pacific Park. Volunteers handed out free hotdogs and hamburgers and helped children and adults through various yard games and activities. Daddy Bud Day was a yearly event started by the late John...
54 DAYS TO 2024 KICKOFF: Hadley Panzer
Hadley Jack Panzer (b. May 10, 2001) was a Class of 2020 offensive line signee who “grayshirted” (deferring his enrollment to spring 2021), then did not ever redshirt in 2021. As a true freshman who saw time in nine games as a reserve offensive lineman, exclusively at right...
Tysen Pina Selected to Lead K-State Salina’s Aviation Program as Department Head
SALINA, Kan. — In its mission to become a leading institution for aerospace and technology talent development, Kansas State University Salina has appointed Tysen Pina as the new department head of aviation. As the department head, Pina will oversee the aviation program, focusing on expanding industry-relevant academic offerings, strengthening...
Teen continues recovery after SW Kansas home explosion
FINNEY COUNTY —As the investigation into the June 15, home explosion in Garden City continues, investigators determined that the explosion was caused by a natural gas leak, according to a media release from the Garden City fire department. The gas leak was ignited when the 19-year-old victim turned on...
Ellis County Commission set to discuss jail future
The Ellis County Commission will begin discussing the future of the Ellis County Jail at Tuesday’s commission meeting. Last year, the commission approved a feasibility study by Justice Planners and a needs assessment for the county jail. Currently, the facility houses 72 beds, but according to information provided ahead...
Sheriff IDs Kansas pilot who died in helicopter crash
SEDGWICK COUNTY —Authorities investigating a fatal helicopter crash that occurred just after 8a.m. Friday have identified the man who died as 70-year-old Vincent Faber of Andale, according to Sedgwick County Sheriff Lt. Nathan Gibbs. The National Transportation Safety Board continues investigating the crash of the RotorWay Scorpion 133 in...
Grand opening for Cloud Co. Comm. College Technical Education & Innovation Center planned
Cloud County Community College will celebrate the grand opening of its Technical Education and Innovation Center on Friday, August 2. The ceremony will begin at 1 p.m. at the Tech Center, 120 East College Drive, Concordia. The public is invited to the ceremony, followed tours of the Center from 1:30-3 p.m.
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