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As spring blooms and Easter baskets fill with treats, many families are feeling the pinch at the grocery store—especially in the egg aisle. With the price of eggs remaining higher than usual, it’s no surprise that consumers are seeking alternatives. Luckily, there are affordable, nutritious, and even fun options for both your Easter celebrations and ...

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A survey on the impact of opioids in Saline County is complete. According to the Saline County Health Department, the Saline County Opioid Impact Survey gathers insights from the community to better understand the local impact of the opioid crisis and inform strategies for prevention, treatment, and recovery. The survey results are now available to the public ...

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A "pride prom" event is planned for this Saturday in Salina. A pride prom is an inclusive dance event specifically for the LGBTQ+ community, or anyone wishing to celebrate in a safe and affirming space. It provides a platform to celebrate identity, embrace individuality, and connect with community in a joyful and supportive environment. The event planned ...

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A Ukrainian poet and author is scheduled to deliver a poetry reading at a downtown Salina bookstore. Luisa Muradyan, originally from Odesa, Ukraine will perform a poetry reading as part of  the 41st annual Salina Spring Poetry Series on Tuesday, April 22nd, at Red Fern Booksellers (106 S. Santa Fe) at 7:00 pm. According to the ...

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Saline County deputies are searching for a suspect(s), who stole a work van and equipment worth over $20,000 from a Salina business. According to the Saline County Sheriff's Office on Sunday April, 13th a white 2014 GMC Cargo work van was stolen from Jae's Electric on 422 E. Ave A. Allegedly at around 3:30 am, an ...

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An abbreviated version of the popular Sunflower Summer program will return this summer. Due to a decrease in funding, the Sunflower Summer program which encourages young Kansans to explore and fall in love with Kansas, will return for a shortened three weeks.  The program through Kansas Tourism this year will run from July 12 to August 3. According ...

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Herding critters or tending to crops aren’t on Matt Thompson’s resume and seed caps aren’t yet part of his wardrobe, but the Kansas Wesleyan University president knows a thing or two about education and filling community needs. With the help of an esteemed Coyote graduate and a generous gift from a Salina donor, the self-proclaimed “city ...

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A beloved coach/educator, who inspired the lives of many was honored and will forever be remembered at a Salina high school. On Tuesday, April 15th community members, family and friends gathered at the Central High School tennis complex to celebrate a dedication honoring of the late Jim LoVullo. Mike Goll, a former tennis coach for Central and ...

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Not a lot of details were available Tuesday evening, but a Mexican restaurant in south Salina was closed as crews were working to repair the building after a vehicle crashed into it. An SUV crashed into the north side of the QDOBA Mexican Eats restaurant at 2300 Planet Avenue. The SUV went through a portion of ...

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A universal, ranch-style venue is on its way to becoming a local and popular venue in Bennington. The Arbor House in Bennington, KS is currently constructing a venue situated on over 70 acres of land, that will hold up to 175 guests. According to co-owners and married couple Justin and Marissa Long, the venue will host ...

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“That Little Ol’ Band From Texas” is coming back to Salina. Rock N Roll Hall of Famers ZZ Top are coming back to the Stiefel Theatre. According to the venue, ZZ Top known as  “That Little Ol’ Band From Texas” has been at it for well over a half century, delivering rock, blues and boogie on ...