12 months ago
Shoppers can make a big difference in their local communities by supporting Small Business Saturday. Small Business Saturday is always celebrated on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. This year it's on November 25th. Unlike Black Friday and Cyber Monday, which focus on larger retailers and e-commerce stores, Small Business Saturday encourages consumers to shop at predominantly small and ...

12 months ago
The Salina Post Office is gearing up for its busiest weeks of the year. According to the Postal Service last year they processed more than 11.7 billion mail pieces and packages during the holiday season. On average, it took just 2.5 days to deliver a mail piece or package to its intended destination. To assist customers with ...

12 months ago
The Salina Salvation Army's Angel Tree Project is underway. They are seeking help for hundreds of area children in need. The organization tells KSAL News this year there are 373 angels on the tree, up about 50 from last year. Each angel represents an area child 12-years-old or younger who without a little help, might not otherwise ...

12 months ago
Did you feel it? A small earthquake shook Central Kansas early Saturday morning. The U.S. Geological Survey says a small earthquake was centered near the Ottawa County community of Bennington.  According to the agency, a magnitude 3.4 earthquake was centered about 2 miles north-northwest of Bennington. The earthquake happened Saturday morning at 1:05. There were no immediate reports ...

12 months ago
After a seasonable, sunny Thanksgiving a change in the weather is on the horizon, including the possibility of several inches of snow on Saturday. According to the National Weather Service, much cooler air is expected on Friday. Then rain & snow will impact the area on Saturday. Winter weather advisories will be in effect for a ...

12 months ago
The Salina VFW Post is on a mission to gather toys. The Salina VFW Auxiliary is gathering toy donations the next several Saturdays to be donated to the Salina Salvation Army. The organization tells KSAL News the goal is to fill a dump truck provided by Harbin Construction with toys and gift cards, toys for kids ...

12 months ago
A new license plate design will be seen on Kansas roadways beginning this spring of 2024. According to the Kansas Governor's Office, the new design is part of the state’s phased approach to replacing current embossed standard plates because of safety concerns. The new plate displays a wheat-yellow color in the background with black and midnight blue ...

12 months ago
The Saline County Treasurer's Office would like to remind all taxpayers that the first half of 2023 property taxes is due by December 20, 2023. This deadline applies to all residents of Saline County and is essential for ensuring the continued provision of vital county services. "Paying property taxes on time is not only a civic responsibility but also ...

1 year ago
For the fourth year in a row, the largest prepared Thanksgiving meal in Salina was the same, but different. What was the same was the Salina Salvation Army, partnering with Applebee's, the GL Huyett company of Minneapolis, the Salina Country Club, and a dedicated group of  about 25 volunteers again provided a free community-wide Thanksgiving dinner. ...

1 year ago
Veterinarians say pet owners should double-check before sharing any holiday leftovers with their furry friends this Thanksgiving. The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals released a list this week of common Thanksgiving foods that are generally safe to share with pets. Check out the following tips for a fulfilling Thanksgiving that your pets can enjoy, ...

1 year ago
Nobody wants the gift of foodborne illness during the holidays. Kansas State University food scientist Karen Blakeslee says food safety often begins with the choice between purchasing a fresh or frozen turkey. “If you choose fresh, be sure to place an order with your grocer or butcher shop and pick it up 1-2 days before the ...