5 years ago
In response to the COVID-19 virus, the Saline County Jail is temporarily restricting visitors or groups inside the facility. Sheriff Roger Soldan tells KSAL News that the lobby remains open and through the glass visitations will still be available - but church groups or tours inside the jail are not an option at this time. "We are ...

5 years ago
The American Red Cross strongly urges healthy, eligible individuals who are feeling well to give blood to help maintain a sufficient blood supply and prevent shortages as concerns about the outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019, or COVID-19, rise in the U.S. Cold and flu season has already impacted the nation’s ability to maintain its blood supply. ...

5 years ago
Kansas Governor Laura Kelly has issued an emergency declaration for the State of Kansas in response to COVID-19 (coronavirus).  The declaration authorizes the use of state resources and personnel to assist with response and recovery operations in affected counties that meet certain criteria. "The safety and well-being of Kansans is our priority, first and foremost," Kelly ...

5 years ago
Kansas has had its first coronavirus related death. Governor Laura Kelly made the announcement at news conference. The victim is a man in his 70s from Wyandotte County.  He lived in a long term care facility and had underlying health problems. Kansas has four other patients, all in Johnson County,  who have tested positive for coronavirus.

5 years ago
While there are currently no known cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Salina, Lindsborg and Concordia communities, Salina Regional Health Center, Lindsborg Community Hospital and Cloud County Health Center are working closely with state and local entities to ensure preparedness. According to Salina Regional Health Center,  patient care staff members at Salina Regional and its ...

5 years ago
The Greater Salina Community Foundation's  annual Match Madness giving day gathering which was scheduled for next  Thursday, March 19th, has been cancelled. Instead, it will be a virtual day of giving. According to the organization, after careful consideration of public health concerns regarding the spread of COVID-19 coronavirus, they have decided to cancel the public Match ...

5 years ago
A Salina church is cancelling Sunday services as a precaution to keep its members safe from illness. According to First Presbyterian Church, in light of the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak, they will not host a service this Sunday, March 15th. The church says it's for the safety of their members. The Kansas Department of Health and Environment recommends ...

5 years ago
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is confirming three more presumptive-positive cases of COVID-19 coronavirus in Kansas. The cases are in Johnson County and involve three people who attended the same conference in Florida. It is believed they contracted COVID-19 in Florida. They were not symptomatic when traveling home and sought care once they ...

5 years ago
Kansas Wesleyan has announced a one-week postponement of undergraduate classes, effective March 16, due to the situation surrounding the coronavirus (COVID-19). The university will remain open, however, with all services available to students, including the residence halls and cafeteria. KWU offices will remain open as well. KWU will resume classes online beginning Monday, March 23. Courses ...

5 years ago
Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt is urging consumers to use caution against scams involving COVID-19. “In any unsettled times, whether it be the aftermath of a devastating storm or in this case the spread of a new virus, there are those who choose to take advantage of the public’s apprehension and uncertainty,” Schmidt said. “With all ...

5 years ago
The Salina Public Library has been closely monitoring information from the Saline County Health Department regarding coronavirus (COVID-19). In consultation with its community partners, the library will suspend its outreach services until further notice. The library takes the safety of its patrons and community seriously and is taking this step to mitigate the spread of ...