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.

If you would like to share your personal story or know anyone who may have a story that will inspire each reader, please email Salina Post News Director, Nicolas Fierro:&nbsp;nicolas.fierro@eaglemedia.com&nbsp;or&nbsp;newstips@salinapost.com&nbsp;(during regular business hours)

You can also contact:&nbsp;(785) 656-9856&nbsp;(during regular business hours)

Salina Sees You: Oscar Campa

Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Kansas Department of Agriculture

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) and the Kansas Department of Agriculture (KDA) are alerting the public to the first known occurrence of the Asian longhorned tick (ALHT), Haemaphysalis longicornis, in Kansas. KDHE identified the ALHT after it was found on a dog in Franklin County last week.

ALHT is an exotic, invasive tick species that was first identified in the United States in New Jersey in 2017. Since then, it has spread westward across the U.S. and, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has now been documented in 21 states, with Kansas being the most recent (<a target="_blank" href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.aphis.usda.gov%2Flivestock-poultry-disease%2Fcattle%2Fticks%2Fasian-longhorned%2Fasian-longhorned-tick-what-you-need-know%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01000199cac168d2-511d7d78-8fcf-4926-9f35-8404a784e5a7-000000/n3sreE3O3CqMqPwSQzV0ifE1ZMHF1lXeivAtOq4Z1O0=426">https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/cattle/ticks/asian-longhorned/asian-longhorned-tick-what-you-need-know</a>).

“We have been monitoring the spread of the Asian longhorned tick, especially since it was confirmed in neighboring states,”&nbsp;Animal Health Commissioner Dr. Justin Smith said.&nbsp;“Now that it has been identified in Kansas, we have been in contact with accredited veterinarians across the state to remind them to be alert for this tick and to ensure they understand the risks.”

This prolific tick, which can reproduce without the need for a male tick, has both human and animal health implications. In 2019, an ALHT in Virginia was found to be infected with Bourbon virus, while Connecticut recently identified an ALHT infected with ehrlichiosis, both of which are tick-borne diseases that occur in Kansas but are currently transmitted by the Lone Star tick.

“We’re still learning about this tick and the ecologic role that it currently plays and may play in the future in terms of disease transmission to humans.”&nbsp;Dr. Erin Petro, KDHE State Public Health Veterinarian, said.&nbsp;“While the human health implications are uncertain, this tick has serious implications for animal health.”

The ALHT can cause extreme infestations on affected animals, sometimes leading to severe anemia or even exsanguination. Beyond the physical threat, the ALHT also transmits the cattle parasite&nbsp;Theileria orientalis&nbsp;Ikeda strain, which causes bovine theileriosis.

In 2024, KDHE piloted a program to create a passive tick surveillance network of veterinary clinics throughout the state. 

Through this program, participating clinics submit tick samples from animals in their care to KDHE for identification. This program has been successful in providing information on where various ticks are found across the state and has been especially useful in under-surveyed areas. One of these partners submitted a routine sample which was later identified as ALHT by KDHE and confirmed by the USDA. In both humans and animals, tick bite prevention is key.

To reduce the risk of disease, follow these precautions:

- Be aware of where ticks are found and using preventive measures when in grassy, brushy, or wooded areas.

- Dress preventively by wearing long pants tucked into socks and shirt tucked into pants.

- Treat clothing and gear with permethrin.

- Use an EPA-approved repellent such as DEET, picaridin, or oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) when enjoying the outdoors or being in a tick habitat.

- After coming indoors, perform a thorough tick check, being sure to focus on the waistband, under the arms, in and around the ears, inside the belly button, back of knees, and in and around the hair.

- Check pets for ticks, especially around the tail, between the back legs, under the front legs, between the toes, in and around the ears, around the eyes, and under the collar.

- Shower soon after being in a tick habitat or engaging in outdoor activities. This will help remove any unattached ticks and identify any attached ticks.

- To remove attached ticks, use a pair of fine-tipped tweezers, grasp the tick near the skin, and apply gentle traction strait outwards until the tick is removed.

- Help prevent tick-borne diseases and tick infestations on pets by consulting with your veterinarian on use of a veterinary-approved flea and tick preventative.

- More information on tick bite prevention and controlling ticks in your environment can be found at&nbsp;Preventing Tick Bites | Ticks | CDC.

For more information on the Asian longhorned tick including where it has been found in the US, visit the USDA Longhorned Tick Story Map at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fwww.aphis.usda.gov%2Flivestock-poultry-disease%2Fcattle%2Fticks%2Fasian-longhorned%2Fasian-longhorned-tick-what-you-need-know%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/2/01000199cac168d2-511d7d78-8fcf-4926-9f35-8404a784e5a7-000000/NTL2ETwqMrMYj5BcSSx5_NcVC4iyExMUyVOp7ljMXE4=426">https://www.aphis.usda.gov/livestock-poultry-disease/cattle/ticks/asian-longhorned/asian-longhorned-tick-what-you-need-know</a>.

To find more information on other ticks, their geographic distributions, and the diseases they transmit in Kansas, visit KDHE’s Tickborne Disease Data Stories at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://links-1.govdelivery.com/CL0/https:%2F%2Fmaps.kdhe.state.ks.us%2Fkstbdhome%2F%3Futm_medium=email%26utm_source=govdelivery/1/01000199cac168d2-511d7d78-8fcf-4926-9f35-8404a784e5a7-000000/vpOQVYYh4Yz7mDdF3KJsp4lQJZB9iYcSd61azyk8vdY=426">https://maps.kdhe.state.ks.us/kstbdhome/</a>.

KDHE & KDA alerts public of Asian Longhorned Tick identified in Kansas

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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 woman died in a 2-vehicle accident&nbsp; Wednesday in Wichita.

Just before 2p.m., police responded to the collision involving a semi pulling a trailer and a 2008 Saturn Vue at the intersection of North Goebel and East Central, according to a media release from Wichita Police.

First responders located the driver of the SUV, later identified as 82-year-old Sharon Ramsey of Andover, who sustained injuries and was transported to a local hospital. She was pronounced deceased at 2:41 p.m. 

The driver of the semi, a 35-year-old man from Wichita, was not injured. The accident remains under investigation, according to police.

Kansas woman dies after SUV, semi crash

WASHINGTON (AP) —Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on Thursday blamed the government shutdown for a delay in announcing an aid package for U.S. farmers, who have seen one of their biggest markets almost disappear because of President Donald Trump’s tariff war with China.

“We’ve got to get the government reopened so that we can move forward on that,” Rollins said at a cabinet meeting, where both she and Trump sought to blame the Biden administration for the woes faced by U.S. farmers.

Last week, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said a significant aid package could come as soon as Tuesday. China has urged the U.S. to remove “unreasonable tariffs” to resume&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/soybeans-trade-tariff-china-united-states-export-025792707c4e4e91d975f8558edae1d8">soybean trade</a>.

Trump and Chinese President Xi are scheduled to meet in about three weeks in South Korea.

🎥Ag secretary says aid for farmers is coming but delayed by shutdown

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — World leaders on Thursday expressed hope for peace and urged Israel and Hamas to fulfill their commitments in the hours after U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the parties&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/egypt-gaza-talks-kushner-witkoff-israel-hamas-news-10-08-2025-ac80d3ed50ff2a9b4106ab5e13156651">had agreed to the “first phase”</a>&nbsp;of a deal signaling a&nbsp;<a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-rubio-note-middle-east-peace-f570658c65daefab6d0af9b29e851dd7">major breakthrough</a>&nbsp;in the two-year war in Gaza.

Hamas will release all 20 living hostages in the coming days in exchange for Palestinian prisoners, while the Israeli military will begin a withdrawal from the majority of Gaza.

“This means that ALL of the Hostages will be released very soon, and Israel will withdraw their Troops to an agreed upon line as the first steps toward a Strong, Durable, and Everlasting Peace,” Trump wrote on social media.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on social media: “With God’s help we will bring them all home.”

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, whose country played a role in the negotiations, on Thursday hailed the agreement. In a statement posted on X, Erdogan thanked Trump for “demonstrating the necessary political will” as well as Qatar and Egypt for facilitating the deal.

Erdogan said Turkey would closely monitor the full implementation of the agreement and continue to contribute to the process.

“I extend my heartfelt greetings to my Palestinian brothers and sisters who have endured indescribable suffering for two years,” he said.

Turkey’s Foreign Ministry said sending humanitarian aid to the region is a priority and stressed the urgent need to begin rebuilding Gaza.

Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi hailed the deal between Israel and Hamas as a “historic moment.”

“This agreement does not only close the chapter of war; it also opens the door of hope for the peoples of the region for a future defined by justice and stability,” el-Sissi wrote on social media.

“The United Nations will support the full implementation of the agreement and will scale up the delivery of sustained and principled humanitarian relief, and we will advance recovery and reconstruction efforts in Gaza,” U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres said in a statement.

The U.N. chief urged all parties “to seize this momentous opportunity to establish a credible political path forward towards ending the occupation, recognizing the right to self-determination of the Palestinian people, and achieving a two-state solution that enables Israelis and Palestinians to live in peace and security.”

China hoped for a “lasting and comprehensive” ceasefire in Gaza, with Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun saying that Xi Jinping's government expects the agreement to ease the “humanitarian crisis” in Gaza and calm tensions in the Middle East.

“We are ready to work with the international community to make unremitting efforts to promote a comprehensive, fair and lasting solution to the Palestinian issue and the realization of peace and stability in the Middle East,” he said, noting that China advocates for a two-state solution.

French President Emmanuel Macron said the agreement is a “great hope for the hostages and their families, for the Palestinians in Gaza, and for the entire region.”

In a message posted on X, Macron commended “the efforts of President @realDonaldTrump, as well as the Qatari, Egyptian, and Turkish mediators who helped make it happen,” and called on the warring parties “to strictly uphold” the terms of the deal.

Macron added that the deal will be discussed in Paris later Thursday during a meeting between European and Arab countries’ foreign ministers on the future of Gaza. “This agreement must mark the end of the war and the beginning of a political solution based on the two-state solution,” he said.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer welcomed news of the agreement and urged an immediate lifting of restrictions on aid.

Speaking while on a trade mission to India, Starmer praised the “tireless diplomatic efforts” of the U.S., as well as Egypt, Qatar and Turkey in bringing about the deal. The U.K. will support efforts to turn the ceasefire into a “sustainable path” to long-term peace, he said.

“This is a moment of profound relief that will be felt all around the world, but particularly for the hostages, their families and for the civilian population of Gaza, who have all endured unimaginable suffering over the last two years,” he said.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz welcomed the agreement and said he was hopeful for a full deal this week.

Merz said the developments are encouraging and there’s “a great opportunity to reach an agreement with Hamas in the coming hours already” for the remaining hostages to be released this week and for the Israeli military to pull back.

He told reporters that “hopes regarding Israel and the Gaza Strip increased again last night, but this is not yet really concluded, so we are of course watching the situation very closely and remain optimistic that … a solution will be reached there this week.”

Saudi Arabia welcomed the possible start of a ceasefire, with the foreign ministry expressing “its hope that this important step will lead to urgent action to alleviate the humanitarian suffering of the brotherly Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip, a complete Israeli withdrawal, the restoration of security and stability and the initiation of practical steps to achieve a just and comprehensive peace based on the two-state solution and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state on the 1967 borders.”

Jordan's deputy prime minister and foreign minister, Ayman Safadi, praised the efforts of Egypt, Qatar and the United States and thanked Turkey for its role in the deal.

Safadi stressed the need for aid to enter Gaza and said Jordan was ready to resume aid deliveries.

Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun said he hoped the initial agreement would “constitute a first step toward a permanent ceasefire and an end to the humanitarian suffering of the brotherly Palestinian people in Gaza.”

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