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Four Local Athletes Compete in 2026 Kansas Shrine Bowl

Four local athletes represented their schools and community in the 53rd Kansas Shrine Bowl on Saturday, June 27th at Welch Stadium in Emporia, Kansas. …

Jun 28, 2026 Read

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Planning Commission Reviews Draft Energy and Solar Regulations, Eyes Shorter Review Cycles and Cadmium Containment

The Saline County Planning Commission spent much of its June 23 meeting reviewing draft regulations governing energy and data systems, including solar facilities, as …

Jun 28, 2026 Read

Coffman Faces 6 Charges Including Interference with LEO; knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle for felony case

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Coffman Faces 6 Charges Including Interference with LEO; knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle for felony case

State of Kansas vs. James Dylan Coffman is accused of 5 charges in a case filed June 24, 2026 in Saline County District Court, …

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Tucker Faces 3 Charges Including Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant

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Tucker Faces 3 Charges Including Possession of opiate, opium, narcotic or certain stimulant

State of Kansas vs. Andrea Jo Tucker is accused of 3 charges in a case filed June 24, 2026 in Saline County District Court, …

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Saline County Accepting Applications for Deputy Sheriff Position

Saline County is seeking qualified candidates to fill a Deputy Sheriff position within its sheriff's office. The county posted the opening on its social …

Jun 28, 2026 Read

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Salina Average Rent Stays Below $1,000 After Late-Spring Slide

Average monthly rent in Salina came in at $997 on June 24, keeping the local rental marker below the $1,000 line for a third …

Jun 28, 2026 Read

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Saline County Jail Activity - Sunday

Current Jail Population Total: 163 | Male: 131 | Female: 32 Recent Bookings (9) Balentine, Savannah Rae Age: 21 | Sex: Female | Race: …

Jun 28, 2026 Read

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Heat Advisory: Salina Area

Salina, Kansas — Extreme heat expected today with a high of 100°F and a low of 76°F. ⚠️ Active Weather Alerts 🟡 Heat Advisory: …

Jun 28, 2026 Read

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More Open Houses at Aero Plains Today!

Check Out Our Open Houses This Weekend! Easy to Find: Entrance is right next to Smoky Hill Winery on Centennial. Aero Plains is making …

Jun 28, 2026 Read

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Mill and Inlay Work Continues June 29 in South Salina

Mill and inlay work is scheduled to continue Monday, June 29, as crews finish placing an asphalt overlay on Vortex in south Salina. APAC …

Jun 27, 2026 Read

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Obituaries - Saturday, June 27

Ronnie Darrel Dorman April 29, 1947 - June 25, 2026 Ronnie Darrel Dorman, 79, of Salina, Kansas, passed away on June 25, 2026. He …

Jun 27, 2026 Read

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Saline County Jail Activity - Saturday

Current Jail PopulationTotal: 160 | Male: 128 | Female: 32Recent Bookings (6)Chaca, Shane ChristopherAge: 27 | Sex: Male | Race: American Indian/Alaskan NativeLocation: , …

Jun 27, 2026 Read

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