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Blowing Dust May Cause Dangerous Driving Conditions West of Salina

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Strong northwest winds will produce blowing dust across most of western and central Kansas today. Some locations may see visibility…

Dec 18, 2025

Gusty Winds and Elevated Fire Danger Predicted for Salina Area Today

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Very strong northwest wind gusts between 50 to 60 mph will impact much of the area later this morning through…

Dec 18, 2025

I-70 Closed Between Goodland and Colby Due to Blowing Dust

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The Kansas Department of Transportation has closed both directions of I-70 between Goodland and Colby due to reduced visibility caused…

Dec 18, 2025

Joshua Barnhart

Salina Requests Community Surveys for North Town Garden Project and CDBG Grant Explained

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The City of Salina is requesting community input to support an application for a Community Development Block Grant through the…

Dec 17, 2025

Joshua Barnhart

Obituaries - December 17, 2025

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Leonardo “Tony” Bermudez It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Leonardo “Tony” Bermudez, of Salina. Tony…

Dec 17, 2025

Saline County Jail Activity - Wednesday

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Booking activity data, details and images provided by courtesy of the Saline County Sheriff's Department. Jail Activity All…

Dec 17, 2025

Increasing Confidence for a Mild and Dry Pre-Christmas Weather in Salina

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Confidence continues to increase for mild and dry conditions leading up to Christmas Eve.…

Dec 17, 2025

High Winds and Fire Risks Expected Thursday in Central Kansas

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A strong cold front will usher in gusty northwest winds with gusts around 50 mph expected Thursday. In addition, dry…

Dec 17, 2025

Mild Conditions with Breezy Northerly Winds Expected in Salina

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Generally mild conditions with partly cloudy skies are expected for the next several days. Strong northerly winds are expected tomorrow…

Dec 17, 2025

City Moves Forward With Appeal, Allows Cozy Inn Sign During Legal Review; Kansas Justice Institute Responds

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The Salina City Commission voted unanimously Tuesday to approve a stipulation and authorize an appeal in the ongoing Cozy Inn…

Dec 16, 2025

Joshua Barnhart

Introducing Personalized SMS Alerts: Your stories. Directly to you 📲

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Never miss a beat in Salina. Get the stories that matter most to you sent directly to your phone with…

Dec 16, 2025

Saline County Jail Activity - Tuesday

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Booking activity data, details and images provided by courtesy of the Saline County Sheriff's Department. Jail Activity All…

Dec 16, 2025

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