This edition of&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/category/salina-sees-you">Salina Sees You</a>, brought to you by&nbsp;<a href="https://local.demandforce.com/b/visionsource-drscoleandcooper">Drs. Cooper &amp; Banninger, LLC Family Vision Care</a>&nbsp;(1000 E. Cloud) presents:

Oscar Campa, a 24-year old Salina native who tells his story of battling a 2-year long bone cancer diagnosis, how he overcame it and his love for encouraging others.

Oscar Campa is the 2nd&nbsp;oldest of 5 siblings, with his father being from Mexico and mother from Salina. Campa grew up playing sports with his older sister. In his adolescent years, his uncles influenced him to get into music. 

However, this was the same time he was diagnosed with <a href="https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15041-osteosarcoma">osteosarcoma</a>, a type of bone cancer.&nbsp;

According to Cleveland Clinic, only 7 in 10 people survive if the osteosarcoma doesn’t spread to other parts of their bodies.

Before the diagnosis, he would experience high levels of fatigue when playing baseball and soccer. Shortly after a few more games and still experiencing the fatigueness, his family scheduled an appointment for him to be evaluated.

“From that point on, it was appointment after appointment, until they found out what it actually was,” said Campa. “From that day on, it kinda changed my life.”

Roughly around middle school was when Campa went through chemotherapy and he could not continue sports anymore. During this time, his music teacher taught him how to play guitar and this was when he got back into it.&nbsp;

Campa conquered the battle of osteosarcoma in 2015 after being diagnosed in 2013. However, a couple of months later the disease came back again.

“It knocked me off my feet, because I had beaten it, gained all my confidence back and then I got diagnosed again, which threw me off,” he said.

This was the time when Campa was told he needed his left arm amputated. Fortunately, he overcame the disease again on December 2, 2015.

Afterwards, his mother started taking him to the gym and he fell in love with it.

Campa’s uncles then asked him if he wanted to play in their band. His uncle taught him how to play the bass and he was able to do it with one arm.&nbsp;

“I always kept music and the gym in my life,” he said.

This edition of Salina Sees You is brought to you by&nbsp;<a href="https://local.demandforce.com/b/visionsource-drscoleandcooper">Drs. Cooper &amp; Banninger, LLC Family Vision Care</a>&nbsp;(1000 E. Cloud). Call (785) 823-6391 or visit today, to make an appointment.

Throughout the process of chemo and battling cancer, Campa felt times of isolation. At times, people he interacted with would tell him how much of an inspiration he is.

“When I run into somebody, they will know who I am, but I won’t necessarily know who they are,” he said. “They will tell me how much of an inspiration I am, but that won’t click in my head until I really think about it, because when I look at other kids who have cancer, I just remember being in their shoes at some point and looking how hard it was for them to go through that.”

He added that he stays grateful even after his amputation, since many people have lost their lives and loved ones due to cancer.

“There is more to be grateful for, there is someone who is wishing they could be in my shoes right now. Even though I lost my arm and hair, I am still alive,” he said.&nbsp;

What kept him going was reiterating quotes to himself such as, “feelings come and go, but time doesn’t,” and “someone is always outworking you and you have to get it done no matter what it is, because if you don’t then someone else will.”

“I am disabled, but I don’t like to claim I am disabled and I like to think I am just as capable of doing anything,” he said.

In the past, Campa has published motivational videos to inspire others on his YouTube and Instagram pages.&nbsp;

“I love helping people and I can do that by being myself, which is crazy because I never thought that would be possible,” he said.

He shared some words of encouragement for those who are currently going through tough times and battling cancer.

“One thing I always try to keep in mind, is that there is always light at the end of the tunnel,” he said. “Hardship creates growth. That is how everything is in life, no matter how small or big it is, you will get through it, as long as you keep your head up and stay positive. You make the most out of any situation, or you can make the least out of it."

Love, Chloe Foundation, family and friends supporting Campa

Campa stated the <a href="https://lovechloe.org/">Love, Chloe Foundation</a> helped him throughout his cancer journey. Back when he was diagnosed, the organization reached out to his family for support. He thanked President and Founder, Heidi Feyerherm Smith and rest of the Love, Chloe team.

“They have been very supportive and they always support alot of families,” he said.

He also thanked his family and everyone for their continuous support.

Campa&nbsp;recently acquired a job with the City of Salina. This will be his first full-time job in awhile.&nbsp;

His goals are to continue playing music, hit the gym and restart publishing his motivational content, reaching both spanish and english audiences.

December 2025 will mark the 10-year anniversary of Campa being cancer free.

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Salina Sees You: Oscar Campa

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An alleged assault on a woman results in a man facing numerous charges.

According to the Saline County Sheriff's Office on the early morning hours of Thursday, a 33-year old woman reported she had been assaulted by a 36-year old man identified as, Elier Diaz-Brito.

Reportedly, the woman has a relationship with Diaz-Brito and both were at&nbsp;Shady Lady’s Gentleman Club (1540 West Old 40 Hwy) at about 2:00 am when the assault happened. The victim added Diaz-Brito stole her phone and damaged her vehicle.

Deputies with the assistance of Salina Police, later located and arrested Diaz-Brito. He was booked into the Saline County Jail on the following requested charges:

Aggravated Robbery, Aggravated Intimidation of a Witness, Aggravated Domestic Battery, Aggravated Battery, Criminal Damage to Property and Driving without a license

The victim received injuries that did not require immediate medical treatment.

Alleged assault on woman results in man facing numerous charges

The artistry of leathercraft takes center stage in Salina this week as the International Federation of Leather Guilds (IFOLG) 2025 Show comes to Tony’s Pizza Event Center. 

The annual event brings together some of the world’s most talented leather artists, craftsmen, and enthusiasts for a multi-day celebration of creativity, education, and community.

Attendees can explore a variety of handmade leather goods, live demonstrations, and vendor displays, as well as hands-on classes led by internationally recognized leather artists. From beginners looking to learn new skills to experienced crafters seeking inspiration, there’s something for everyone.

In addition to the weekend vendor show, the event will feature a full schedule of workshops, competitions, and other special activities throughout the week. 

Details and class registration are available on the event website at <a href="https://www.wheatstateleatherguild.com/ifolg">https://www.wheatstateleatherguild.com/ifolg</a>.

The vendor show is free and open to the public, with hours scheduled as follows:

· Thursday, October 9: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

· Friday, October 10: 8:00 am – 6:00 pm

· Saturday, October 11: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

This year’s show offers a unique opportunity for the community to experience world-class craftsmanship and to connect with artists from across the country. The IFOLG Show continues Salina’s growing reputation as a regional hub for creativity and the arts.

Leathercraft show, workshops and special activities happening at TPEC

Following is recent booking activity for the Saline County Jail, as provided by law enforcement. Photos, if provided, are courtesy of Saline County Jail. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Agg endangering a child; Reckless &lt;18; Use/poss drug paraphernalia/human body; Poss para w/intent to manuf contr subst; Poss of marijuana; Poss of opiate, narcotic, or certain stimulant

NAME:&nbsp;Buchanan, Sedrick Letha

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Probation Violation

NAME:&nbsp;Diaz Brito, Elier Ricardo

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Agg battery; Knowingly cause great body harm; Agg Domestic Battery: impede breathing/choke; Agg intimidation of witness/victim; Threat; Agg robbery; Inflicts bodily harm; Crim damage to prop;w/o consent &lt;$1K; Operate a MV w/o a valid license

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Unsafe turning or stopping - Fail to Signal; Flee or attempt to elude;five or more moving violations; Interference with LEO; knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle for felony case; Drive on left side of roadway; Drive w/o lights when needed; Reckless Driving; Speeding; maximum limits; Traffic Control Signals; Unlawful acts: vehicle registration violation; Vehicle emerging from alley/private drive

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Failure to appear

NAME:&nbsp;Higgins, Bastian Raymond-Edwards

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Viol protection order; Abuse order

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Return for court testimony

Saline County Jail Bookings, October 9

Salina Public Library (SPL) invites the community to its second annual&nbsp;Community Nonprofit Showcase and Hygiene Drive, a free, come-and-go event highlighting nearly 30 local organizations that provide vital resources and services to the Salina area.

The&nbsp;Community Nonprofit Showcase&nbsp;will take place at SPL (301 W. Elm Street) on&nbsp;Friday, October 10, from 10:00 am to noon, offering residents a chance to connect directly with community organizations that focus on giving, not fundraising.

The event provides an opportunity to learn more about free and affordable programs that support local individuals and families.

“This event is about meeting our community where they are at to provide free and affordable resources,” said Katie Zey, Head of Marketing. “There are so many incredible nonprofits in Salina dedicated to helping others. The Showcase allows them to share information and resources directly with the community in one welcoming space.”

In conjunction with the event, the library is hosting a&nbsp;Free Hygiene Drive, with more than&nbsp;2,000 free items&nbsp;available this year, including soap, deodorant, feminine hygiene products, toothbrush kits, toilet paper and more. These items will be available free of charge to anyone attending the Showcase, while supplies last.&nbsp;

Last year’s drive was a tremendous success, with every item distributed to attendees in need. 

This year’s generous donations came from Courtyard, Salina Public Library Staff, Noon Network AMBUCS, Alher’s Family Dentistry, Delta Dental, Dillon’s (Ohio &amp; Cloud), Bennington State Bank, Sam’s Club, Comfort Inn North, La Quinta, Hays Hair Academy, Nu Mu - Beta Signa Phi Sorority and Salina Rotary.

The&nbsp;2025 participating nonprofits&nbsp;include: 

KDHE, Girl Scouts of Kansas Heartland, Resilience Clubhouse, OCCK Transportation, The Salvation Army, Salina Community Relations Division, K-State Extension - Central Kansas District, Saint Francis Ministries, Coronado Area Council, CarePortal, League of Women Voters - Salina, New Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church, Altrusa International of Salina, KS, Salina Grace Community Resource Center, Noon Network AMBUCS, DVACK, Ashby House, NAMI Central Kansas, Salina Area United Way, Saline County Health Department, Kansas Department for Children and Families, Central Kansas Mental Health Center, Catholic Charities of Northern KS, Independent Connection, Salina Family Healthcare Center, Homestead Ministries, CAPS (Child Advocacy and Parenting Services), and Theatre Salina.

Salina Public Library invites public to 2nd annual Community Nonprofit Showcase and Hygiene Drive on Friday

As a lifetime 4th generation Salina resident this is my home and community. My wife and I were married here nearly 44 years ago. We raised two sons who essentially went to the same schools I attended in the 1960’s and 70’s. My wife and I attend and serve at Crosspoint Church.

I worked in local industries for 45 years. During these years I learned to work together in teams and collaborated to find the best solutions for complex issues and processes. Finding the most efficient cost effective solutions was imperative to continued success. After my employment ended I returned to college and received an AAS degree in computer networking/security.

I have been active and engaged in the community. Always making it a priority to attend my assigned boards and committees. These range from Economic Development, and the Chamber, to the Public Library, Convention and Tourism and Arts &amp; Humanities. These boards have given me a broad view of how things get accomplished in Salina. It has been very fulfilling as a commissioner to attend groundbreakings and see projects completed and be able to take part in the ribbon cuttings. During my term as a commissioner, I have enjoyed participating in community events from Martin Luther King Day in January to Veteran’s Day and the Mayors Christmas party in December.

If reelected, I will work to continue thinking forward for continued progress in Salina. We have seen a tremendous amount of growth and development in the past few years. I would like to continue the momentum for continued prosperity

During my 1st term as a commissioner, I have gained a tremendous amount of experience and knowledge. After the first year cycle I was able to grasp and understand the various departments and operations of the city. These range from Art’s &amp; Humanities to Sanitation, and Parks to Utilities. I’ve found everything revolves around and depends on core services we sometimes take for granted. I would like to apply that experience to serve another term.

The key to growth in Salina has been available housing. We have wide job availability. Several housing projects are coming together to meet the goals of the 2020 housing study. As units come online, they are being filled and occupied. I believe Salina is poised for significant growth.

Maintaining a stable well equipped workforce to support the city is imperative. Public safety will always be a priority. I feel we are in a good position with a first class police training facility and well equipped officers who have the latest technology available. The past year we saw seven new fire trucks come into to service. A new modern fire station is under construction with completion scheduled for next May. These investments add to officers and firefighters’ safety as they respond to calls for service to protect the city. They also aid in recruitment of new employees to serve and protect the next generation.

It has been an honor to serve on the city commission the past three and a half years. While it is a big responsibility and requires a great deal of time, I am committed to serving the city and

listening to the citizens of Salina. I have found what is very important to one person or group seems like a waste to others. Finding that balance for the city is what makes Salina a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.

I ask for your support and vote on November 4th.

Meet City Commission Candidate: Bill Longbine 

I would like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to introduce myself to you and to let you know what is important to me. My name is Randall Hardy, I’m a candidate for the city commission. I’m a 45-year resident of Salina. I was president of construction rental Inc. with a store here in Salina and two stores in Nebraska. I was married to Saralyn Reece Hardy, and I have three sons, all who live in Kansas City. I also have four grandkids that I’m very proud of. I served on the city commission from 2013 through 2016 and I served in the Kansas Senate from 2017 to 2020.

Why do I want to serve as city commissioner?

My first reason is: I listen to the people of Salina. While on the commission, the vacant Dillon’s building on iron was being considered for different uses. It was important to me that that building remain a grocery store. I went out and chatted with a couple business people and discovered that they had formed a group that would provide the seed money for a grocery store at that location. I brought that idea back to the commission, and the idea became reality. Now we have DG market that is available for people who live in that area.

The second reason I am running is that I want to do good things for the people of Salina. A gentleman from Hays came up to the podium during citizens forum and remarked that he drove through Salina and enjoyed the Fire engine red beer at blue sky brewery. On his way out the door he wanted to purchase some to take home with him, but the bartender said I’m sorry we can’t sell this to you because it is Sunday and we have no liquor sales on Sunday. When I heard that, I thought, why not? So, I made my case to my fellow commissioners and they agreed that we should indeed have liquor sales on Sunday.

Lastly, I want to make Salina a better place for everyone. When we were talking about the development that was happening on Santa Fe, I remarked, wouldn’t it be great if someone could sit out on the sidewalk in a dining area of a restaurant and have a glass of wine with their meal. I think we should do that. The city manager and city attorney resisted, saying that it was not possible to do in our city. So I did some research, and called the Lawrence city commission and got a copy of their sidewalk dining with alcohol ordinance, brought it back and told the city manager I think we can do this here. Now we have it.

Again, my name is Randall Hardy, and you can visit my website <a href="http://randallhardy.org">randallhardy.org</a> if you would like to learn more about me and my campaign. Thank you for this opportunity to visit with you tonight. It is an honor to run for this position. If I am elected, I will consider my position as a partnership with the citizens of Salina; I will be open to ideas or suggestions from citizens as we decide the best path forward for Salina while I am in office. Since filing for office, I have attended every commission meeting so I can hit the ground running if I am elected. And believe me, I will stand up for you so that we never have to spend our tax dollars on an unnecessary lawsuit like Cozy Inn again. I am a former city commissioner who can do good things for Salina. I would appreciate your vote on November 4.

Meet City Commission Candidate: Randall Hardy

Kansas Department of Transportation

ELLSWORTH COUNTY - The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) plans to begin a resurfacing project along K-14 in Ellsworth County, starting Thursday.

Project work will consist of a mill and overlay on about 7 miles of K-14 from K-140 north to I-70, including the ramps at I-70.&nbsp;

During construction, flaggers and a pilot car will be used to guide one lane of traffic through construction at a reduced speed. Drivers should plan for delays of 15 minutes or less during daylight hours.

Venture Corporation, of Great Bend, is the prime contractor for this $1.6 million project, which is scheduled to be completed in November, conditions permitting.

KDOT urges motorists to stay alert and follow posted signs in all work zones. For current road conditions, visit&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.kandrive.gov%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010199c4d35919-99ffc62c-c33b-42c0-848b-7815511799c6-000000/DJw8A_Xzu_SDbtc8SHjwIxyfsNv4NrKsKdJUA3DbBIY=426">kandrive.gov</a>&nbsp;or call 5-1-1.

For updates on highway projects in north central Kansas, visit&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-2.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.ksdot.gov%2Fnorthcentralnews%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01010199c4d35919-99ffc62c-c33b-42c0-848b-7815511799c6-000000/VnHFhPCWwVmvaaLq5l2cL5vgTegRWXoVftHrsG-Q40A=426">ksdot.gov/northcentralnews</a>.

Highway roadwork beginning Thursday in Ellsworth Co., expected completion date in Nov.

The Salvation Army of Salina is excited to announce the arrival of the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) program into their facility. 

This program is dedicated to helping local veterans and their families find stability, hope and a place to call home.

The SSVF program is designed for veterans who are homeless or facing housing instability. By offering practical support like rental assistance, case management and connections to community resources. The Salvation Army is ensuring that the men and women who served our country are not left behind.

“Salina is a community that deeply values its veterans,” said Lt. Luke Hursh. “This program gives us a way to walk beside them—to help carry some of the burdens they face, and to make sure they know they are seen, valued, and cared for.”

Through the program, veterans and their families can receive:

· Rapid Re-Housing Assistance for veterans experiencing homelessness.

· Homelessness Prevention Services to help veterans and families remain in safe housing.

· Case Management and Referrals connecting participants to healthcare, counseling, employment, and other vital community resources.

· Financial Assistance for eligible households to cover rent, utilities, moving costs, and other essential needs.

For many veterans, stability begins with a safe place to live—and with SSVF now in Salina, The Salvation Army is making that possible.

“We want our veterans to know this: you are not alone,” said Lt. Hursh. “Your community stands with you, and The Salvation Army is here to help.”

The Salvation Army invites veterans, family members, and community partners to learn more about the program and how it can serve those in need. 

Interested veterans or families should contact The Salvation Army of Salina at (785) 823-2251 or visit the local office at 1137 N Santa Fe Ave, Salina, KS 67401 for more information.

A new mission of hope: The Salvation Army brings Veteran support program to Salina

<a href="https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?CityName=Salina&amp;state=KS&amp;site=ICT&amp;lat=38.8158&amp;lon=-97.6178">For a full look at the weather forecast, click here.</a>

Monitor local weather updates frequently in multiple ways by listening to the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/nwr/">NOAA Weather Radio</a>, checking local news and emergency notifications. You can also stay informed by following Saline County and the National Weather Service on social media.

Three day weather forecast Salina, October 8 - October 10

For the latest forecast updates, visit the National Weather Service Wichita office at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/ict/">https://www.weather.gov/ict/</a>. To check forecasts frequently, go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/">weather.gov</a>.

Three day weather forecast Salina, October 6 - October 8

Three day weather forecast Salina, October 3 - October 5

Three day weather forecast Salina, October 1 - October 3

Three day weather forecast Salina, September 29 - October 1

Three day weather forecast Salina, September 26 - September 28

For the latest forecast updates, visit the National Weather Service Wichita office at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/ict/">https://www.weather.gov/ict/</a>. To check forecasts frequently, go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/">weathe</a>

Three day weather forecast Salina, September 24 - September 26

As Tuesday morning's showers continue throughout Central Kansas,&nbsp; flooding remains a possibility.

According to the US National Weather Service (Wichita, KS) the severity remains low for these scattered showers and storms throughout the region on Tuesday. However, heavy rainfall amounts and flooding are a possibility.&nbsp;

Please stay alert on the roadways and be safe while driving.

Flooding remains possible with Tuesday morning's showers 

The US National Weather Service (NWS) in Wichita forecasts severe thunderstorms are expected to develop after midnight tonight and continue into Tuesday morning across Central Kansas.

According to NWS Wichita, these storms are likely to produce high rainfall rates, which may lead to flooding. Storms are expected to move in from the west after midnights, with most locations in Saline County after 3:00 am. The heaviest rainfall is likely between 4:00 am and noon Tuesday.

Saline County Emergency Management stated there is slightly lower confidence on how large hailstones may get, but the confidence is in the heavy rainfall and flooding potential has been increasing.

Severe storms with heavy rainfall amounts expected after midnight in Central Kansas

Three day weather forecast Salina, September 22 - September 24

SEDGWICK COUNTY —A Kansas felon wounded by police following a domestic violence call to a home in Wichita will return to court Thursday.

Daniel James Gabor, 31, will attend a plea hearing in Judge&nbsp;Quentin Pittman's courtroom, according to the Sedgwick County District Attorney's office. He has been charged with aggravated kidnapping, one count of aggravated domestic battery, one count of domestic battery, one count of interference with law enforcement, and one count of violating a protection order.

Just before 4:30 a.m., June 20, the Sedgwick County Emergency Communications received a 911 call with a woman screaming in the background. The open-line call was traced to a moving location, and Wichita police officers were dispatched to what sounded like an active disturbance without a specific location.

By 4:30 a.m., the phone’s signal stopped in the 4600 block of West 37th Street South, where officers responded.

Officers found a vehicle stopped along the side of the street and saw a man later identified as 31-year-old Daniel James Gabor assaulting a woman in the front seat. During the encounter, an officer fired two rounds, striking&nbsp; Gabor in the upper arm. Gabor then drove off with the woman still inside the vehicle.

He later crashed in a construction area near K-42 highway and West Street. Officers responded, provided medical aid, and Sedgwick County EMS transported Gaabor to a Wichita hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Officers also assisted the woman, who sustained minor injuries but declined transport to a medical facility by EMS.

Detectives with the Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division investigated both the officer-involved shooting and the original disturbance. Investigators are treating the two incidents as separate but related cases.

Detectives confirmed that Gabor and woman were in a domestic relationship. Gabor has a 2024 conviction for two counts of domestic battery and one count of criminal restraint through Harvey County District Court.

Following his release from the hospital, detectives booked Gabor into the Sedgwick County Jail. He is being held on bonds totaling $375,000, according to online jail records.

Plea hearing for Kan. felon injured in officer involved shooting

A mid-decade battle over congressional redistricting is playing out in state capitals, in courtrooms and on the ballot.

The efforts to redraw U.S. House districts for partisan advantage got jump-started when&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-congress-house-republicans-texas-redistricting-d18e8280a32872d9eefcbb26f66a0331">President Donald Trump called upon</a>&nbsp;Republican-led Texas to reshape districts so that the GOP could win more seats in next year's elections.

Since then, lawmakers in&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/texas-california-redistricting-battle-f0ac783b6a5fd6ecaab0ca419125b72a">Democratic-led California</a>&nbsp;and Republican-led Missouri have&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-gerrymander-trump-missouri-936e8daecadb32556fcfbd2eb9f7457b">approved revised districts</a>, and officials in more states are considering it. Utah's Republican-led Legislature endorsed an altered congressional map Monday — though in response to a court order, not Trump's demands.

<a href="https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-election-2026-texas-california-trump-1e23e2b3f8e09031cf1eee8979ff3559">U.S. House districts typically are redrawn</a>&nbsp;once a decade, immediately after a census. But some states have no prohibition on doing it more frequently. And the U.S. Supreme Court has said there is no federal prohibition on&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/gerrymandering-texas-congress-redistricting-0c751f48a7757fc11214472944670413">political gerrymandering</a>, in which districts are intentionally drawn to favor one party.

The stakes are high, because Democrats need to gain just three seats in the 2026 elections to take control of the House, which would allow them to impede Trump's agenda. The president's party historically has lost seats in midterm elections, a fate Trump is trying to avoid.

Kansas Republicans may call themselves into session

Republican lawmakers who hold a supermajority in the Kansas Legislature have been gathering petition signatures from colleagues in an attempt to call a special session on congressional redistricting in November. They are taking that route because Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly is unlikely to call a special session.

Republicans already hold three of the state’s four congressional districts. A revised map would target the suburban Kansas City district held by Democratic Rep. Sharice Davids.

Texas judges hear legal challenge to new districts

Federal judges in Texas are&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-texas-elections-2026-trump-5e67fa8cccda52c4c4af22178db6a2de">considering a legal challenge</a>&nbsp;to new congressional districts passed at Trump’s urging during a special legislative session in August. Civil rights groups and dozens of Black and Hispanic voters contend the new map intentionally reduces minority voters’ influence in violation of the 1965 Voting Rights Act and the U.S. Constitution. They want to prevent the new districts from being used.

Republicans hold 25 of the 38 congressional seats in Texas. The revised map could give Republicans a shot at picking up five additional seats in next year’s elections.

California voters are deciding on new House districts

<a href="https://apnews.com/article/california-house-trump-newsom-democrats-republicans-43868bbcfb81cf2b1ef5d2862b2665a9">Voting began Monday in California</a>&nbsp;in advance of a Nov. 4 election that will determine whether new congressional districts are implemented.

Democrats already hold 43 of California’s 52 seats. But after Texas undertook redistricting, Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom urged California lawmakers to reciprocate. They did so by passing a revised U.S. House map that could give Democrats a chance to gain five additional seats.

Unlike Texas, California has an independent citizens’ commission that handles redistricting after the census. So any changes to the map need voter approval.

Missouri redistricting faces potential referendum

After Texas and California took action, Missouri lawmakers joined the redistricting battle by&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/missouri-redistricting-trump-republicans-a89de205d535c8a8cd6054ed191b161c">passing a revised U.S. House</a>&nbsp;map designed to give Republicans a shot at winning seven of the state’s eight districts — one more than they currently hold. The map targets a seat held by&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/redistricting-gerrymander-trump-missouri-936e8daecadb32556fcfbd2eb9f7457b">Democratic Rep. Emanuel Cleaver</a>&nbsp;by stretching the Kansas City-based district into rural Republican areas and reducing the number of minority voters.

Opponents are pursuing a referendum petition that, if successful, would force a statewide vote on the new map. Opponents also have filed several lawsuits asserting that mid-decade redistricting isn't allowed under the state constitution.

Utah's Republican-led Legislature passed a revised U.S. House map Monday that could give Democrats an improved chance at competing for a seat. Republicans currently hold all four of the state's seats.

The revised map would place Democratic-leaning Salt Lake City in a single district that stretches into rural areas, instead of splitting the city among multiple districts. But the revision still must be reviewed by a judge, who is expected to approve a new map by November.

A Utah judge in August&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/utah-redistricting-congressional-map-gerrymandering-a6722505b8e76eda5c73fc346eadd9aa">struck down the House districts</a>&nbsp;adopted after the 2020 census because the Republican-led Legislature circumvented an independent redistricting commission established by voters.

Indiana governor says redistricting session is probable

Republican Gov. Mike Braun has said that&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/pete-buttigieg-rallies-against-indiana-redistricting-39df541f8d37505ccd9a5d055e40078f">a legislative session on redistricting</a>&nbsp;probably will happen, potentially as soon as November. Republican legislative leaders have met privately with Trump. But Braun has been waiting to call a special session until he is confident it will succeed.

Republicans hold a 7-2 edge over Democrats in Indiana’s congressional delegation. The GOP likely would target a northwest Indiana seat held by Democratic Rep. Frank Mrvan. They also could attempt to slice up an Indianapolis district held by a Democrat, but that could stir opposition by diluting minority voters' influence.

Ohio must redraw its maps before the 2026 midterms

Ohio will have new U.S. House districts for the 2026 elections, though their shape remains to be determined. Republicans currently hold 10 of the state's 15 congressional seats.

<a href="https://apnews.com/article/politics-ohio-state-government-01117758be7ece7ce12ebc04baa0ce05">Ohio’s constitution requires</a>&nbsp;new U.S. House districts because the ones adopted by Republican officials after the 2020 census didn’t have sufficient bipartisan support. If bipartisan consensus remains elusive, Republican lawmakers in November could adopt revised districts without need of any Democratic votes.

Maryland Democrats are proposing new districts

Some Democratic state lawmakers have said they will file redistricting legislation for the 2026 session, and Democratic Gov. Wes Moore also has expressed support.

“If we are going to have states in mid-cycle, in mid-decade, determining whether or not they have fair maps or not, then so will Maryland. Then, we should have that conversation, too,” Moore said last week.

Democrats control seven of the state’s eight U.S. House seats and could target an eastern Maryland district held by Republican Rep. Andy Harris.

Revised Louisiana districts hinge on a court case

The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled to hear arguments Oct. 15 in a legal challenge to Louisiana's U.S. House districts, currently held by four white Republicans and two Black Democrats. A lawsuit contends state lawmakers wrongly used racial demographics when redrawing districts in response to a previous court ruling to give Black voters a better chance at electing the representative of their choice in two districts instead of one.

State lawmakers have been told to keep their calendars open between Oct. 23 and Nov. 13 in case the Supreme Court rules quickly and lawmakers could return for a special session on redistricting.

A trio of highly populated states have talked about redistricting

Officials Florida, Illinois and New York all have raised the possibility of redrawing U.S. House districts.

Republican Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez has created a special committee to look into redistricting. Republicans currently hold 20 of the state's 28 seats.

Democrats already hold 14 of the 17 U.S. House seats in Illinois. But Democratic Gov. JB Pritzker has said it’s possible to redraw even more districts favoring Democrats.

New York has an independent commission that redraws districts after every census. State Democrats have introduced legislation to allow mid-decade redistricting, but the soonest new maps could be in place would be for the 2028 elections. That is because the proposal would require an amendment to the state constitution, a change that would have to pass the Legislature twice and be approved by voters.

More states move to redraw US House districts 

When the Missouri Western State University football team takes the field next Saturday, it will honor one young man from Kansas City.

14-year-old Julius Byers suffered an injury on the first play of his high school football career, which left him partially paralyzed. Byers dreamed of playing football at MoWest.

President Elizabeth Kennedy says Byers story caught her attention and others within the athletics department.

"When he was in 8th grade, because he’s a freshman now at high school, but when he was in 8th grade he actually came to MoWest for a visit day, and got to see us, got to learn about us, got to probably see our stadium and what not, and came home from that field trip telling his dad he was going to play football at Missouri Western,” Kennedy tells KFEQ/St. Joseph Post.

Byers suffered his injury during a game against Lee's Summit High School.&nbsp; Three fractures in his neck, a concussion, and an incomplete spinal cord injury that has left both of his arms paralyzed.

Kennedy says during next week's game against Pittsburgh State, Byers will be at the game, serving as an honorary captain for the team

"He’ll have the opportunity to be on the field I believe, and it’s all about hey there are other people that care about you, people that you’ve not met, people that you just need to know are thinking of you and praying for you, and hoping that you have a good recovery,” Kennedy says. “And just sometimes offering hope in that regard can be very uplifting to people.”

Kennedy and head football coach Tyler Fenwick visited Byers and his family, gifting him with a jersey as well as surprising him with the honor of being named a captain.

Kennedy says they always talk at MoWest about being a family, and doing the right thing, and this is one of the ways they can prove it.

"We have tangible acts that we do to show people that we care,” Kennedy explains.

Kennedy says it was it was an amazing opportunity to show the family, they aren't alone

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