4 years ago
Knowledge, it is said, is power. When it comes to the foods we eat, it is also an avenue to safety. That’s one reason why Kansas State University food safety specialist Karen Blakeslee keeps an eye on a program from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration that helps consumers better understand genetically engineered foods, commonly called ...

4 years ago
Fiber artist, Shin-hee Chin of McPherson will be the Artist-In-Residence at the Red Barn Studio in Lindsborg through the end of January. According to the studio Chin, originally from South Korea, came to the United States in 1988.  She has studied in Korea and the United States. Since 2005, she has taught at Tabor College. One of ...

4 years ago
A couple of multi-million dollar lottery jackpots could make someone's holiday season a little brighter.  There were no jackpot winners Thanksgving week for either the Mega Millions or Powerball drawings. The jackpot in Tuesday's Mega Millions drawing is worth $229 million dollars, with a cash option of $177.5 million. Then there's a Powerball drawing Wednesday, with $231 ...

4 years ago
The Smoky Hill Museum remains open to the public, but reservations are now strongly recommended to guarantee entrance times. The museum says in light of the Saline County Public Health Order, there will be a limit to the number of people entering the Museum. As an exhibit hall, the Museum does fall under an exemption to ...

4 years ago
As Thanksgiving leftovers are packed into the refrigerator, talk of Christmas decorating starts to fill the air. Awareness can help ensure that holiday lights and decorations are installed and operated safely. Lighting safety: Before using strands of lights or other decorations, check them for signs of damage, paying special attention to electrical cords. Signs of ...

4 years ago
A new Broadband Acceleration Grant Program is launching to expand broadband access to rural and underserved communities across the state. According to Kansas Governor Laur Kelly's Office,  this year marks the first time in Kansas history that there has been a concerted, statewide, bipartisan effort to fund increased broadband access. Over the next ten years, the program ...

4 years ago
Saline County law enforcement are seeking tips into a series of recent vehicle burglaries. The case is this week's Salina Crime Stoppers crime of the week. According to the Saline County Sheriff's Office, on Sunday November 15th, deputies responded to multiple addresses in the City of Assaria and the rural area around Assaria for reports of ...

4 years ago
Things were the same, but different in Salina on Thanksgiving day. The Salina Salvation Army, partnering with Applebee's, the GL Huyett company of Minneapolis, and a dedicated group of volunteers again provided a free community-wide Thanksgiving dinner. Because of COVID-19, a sit-down meal at Applebee's couldn't be held. The agency adapted, though, and still provided the ...

4 years ago
Swap the shopping centers for scenic views this Black Friday, as Kansas state parks will once again waive entrance fees as part of the nationwide #OptOutside initiative. All 28 of Kansas’ state parks are participating in an effort to get families and friends outdoors and enjoying nature. On Friday, Nov. 27, state park visitors will have ...

4 years ago
Many holiday memories include time spent in the kitchen cooking or baking traditional foods.  Keep it fun and safe with a few simple tips so children can join in. “When kids are in the kitchen, the most important ingredient is a watchful eye,” said Cherie Sage, Safe Kids Kansas. “Whether helping an adult cook or simply ...

4 years ago
There are 3 new COVID-19 deaths in Saline County along with 131 new positive cases of the virus. According to the Saline County Health Department, there have now been 2,277 total cases with 599 cases currently active. There are 1,658 people who have recovered, and  now a total of 20 deaths. Salina Regional Health Center has 34 ...