A seasonal request from the Salina Police Department via its <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SalinaKSPD/">Facebook page</a>:

It's that time of year again where we will bombard (pun intended) you with fireworks information. We will start with the most relevant information that will prevent a visit from the SPD. Fireworks are presently on sale until July 4th in our city.

* You can Possess fireworks until July 4th in the city BUT

* You can ONLY discharge these fireworks on July 3rd (8:00 AM to 11:00 PM) and on July 4th (8:00 AM to 11:00 PM)

Please abide by these laws and respect your neighbors, veterans and pets!

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 </figure>A seasonal request from the Salina Police Department via its <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SalinaKSPD/">Facebook page</a>:It's that time of year again where we will bombard (pun intended) you with fireworks information. We will start with the most relevant information that will prevent a visit from the SPD. Fireworks are presently on sale until July 4th in our city.* You can Possess fireworks until July 4th in the city BUT* You can ONLY discharge these fireworks on July 3rd (8:00 AM to 11:00 PM) and on July 4th (8:00 AM to 11:00 PM)Please abide by these laws and respect your neighbors, veterans and pets!

SPD asks people to abide by laws when discharging fireworks

Salina USD 305 has announced online enrollment. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USD305/">USD 305</a> Facebook page:

Salina USD 305 has announced online enrollment. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USD305/">USD 305</a> Facebook page:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FUSD305%2Fphotos%2Fa.178480522200447%2F4095796537135473%2F&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="485" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Online enrollment for returning students set for USD 305

If you regularly travel on Broadway Boulevard, you might want to consider an alternate route this week.

The City of Salina announced that Monday through Friday, APAC Shears of Salina will continue working on the city’s annual asphalt mill and inlay project. The schedule is as follows, weather permitting:

The work consists of milling the existing asphalt street surface 1.5” and replacing it with new asphalt to rehabilitate and preserve the pavement section.  Permanent pavement markings will be placed shortly after the resurfacing.

The work will be completed with lane closures.  Motorists should expect modest delays, and through traffic is encouraged to avoid the work zones altogether if possible.

The $811,000 project is a major component of the City of Salina's $4.7 million 2020 maintenance capital improvement program.

If you regularly travel on Broadway Boulevard, you might want to consider an alternate route this week.The City of Salina announced that Monday through Friday, APAC Shears of Salina will continue working on the city’s annual asphalt mill and inlay project. The schedule is as follows, weather permitting:<figure>
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 </figure>The work consists of milling the existing asphalt street surface 1.5” and replacing it with new asphalt to rehabilitate and preserve the pavement section. Permanent pavement markings will be placed shortly after the resurfacing.The work will be completed with lane closures. Motorists should expect modest delays, and through traffic is encouraged to avoid the work zones altogether if possible.The $811,000 project is a major component of the City of Salina's $4.7 million 2020 maintenance capital improvement program.

Expect 'modest delays' during mill and inlay work on Broadway

Here's what's new at the Salina Public Library. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary/">Salina Public Library</a> Facebook page:

Here's what's new at the Salina Public Library. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary/">Salina Public Library</a> Facebook page:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsalinapubliclibrary%2Fphotos%2Fa.435863323139%2F10159646966113140%2F&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="658" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Check out what's new at the Salina Public Library

Employment opportunities, onsite applications, and interviews will be available during the Salina USD 305 job fair.

The third annual job fair is scheduled for&nbsp;9 a.m.–3 p.m. on July 9 at Central High School, 650 E. Crawford Street. Use the front entrance. The fair is open to the public; interviews and job offers onsite are possible.

Numerous employment opportunities include the following.

Flexible schedules with full and part-time positions are available. Salina USD 305 offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance and disability as well as generous paid leave plans.

Applicants can&nbsp;<a href="https://www.applitrack.com/usd305/onlineapp/" target="_blank">click on this link</a>&nbsp;or visit <a href="http://usd305.com">usd305.com</a> to view all open positions and to complete an application prior to attending the job fair.

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 </figure>Employment opportunities, onsite applications, and interviews will be available during the Salina USD 305 job fair.The third annual job fair is scheduled for&nbsp;9 a.m.–3 p.m. on July 9 at Central High School, 650 E. Crawford Street. Use the front entrance. The fair is open to the public; interviews and job offers onsite are possible.Numerous employment opportunities include the following.•Food service•Maintenance and operations•Instructional assistants•Bilingual educational support staff•Para educators•Substitute teachersFlexible schedules with full and part-time positions are available. Salina USD 305 offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance and disability as well as generous paid leave plans. Applicants can&nbsp;<a href="https://www.applitrack.com/usd305/onlineapp/" target="_blank">click on this link</a>&nbsp;or visit <a href="http://usd305.com">usd305.com</a> to view all open positions and to complete an application prior to attending the job fair.

USD 305 plans job fair for July 9

Have you entered yet? From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SmokyHillMuseum/">Smoky Hill Museum</a> Facebook page:

Have you entered yet? From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SmokyHillMuseum/">Smoky Hill Museum</a> Facebook page:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FSmokyHillMuseum%2Fposts%2F4079124522135349&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="565" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Time running out to enter Street Fair Chili Cook-off

Here's the next clue in the Salina Public Library's All About Town scavenger hunt. From the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary/">Salina Public Library</a>&nbsp;Facebook page:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Here's the next clue in the Salina Public Library's All About Town scavenger hunt. From the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary/">Salina Public Library</a>&nbsp;Facebook page:&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Ffriendssalinakansaspubliclibrary%2Fposts%2F3902780839851546&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="386" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe> </div>

Here's this week's clue for the library scavenger hunt

On June 10, the Saline County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 2400 block of E. Water Well Road for the report of a vehicle burglary. 

Sometime between 9 a.m. and noon on June 10, unknown suspect(s) entered the victim’s vehicle that was parked in a parking lot and stole the victim’s debit card and credit card.

Later on June 10, the Saline County Sheriff’s Office took a second report of a vehicle burglary that had occurred in the 3000 block of S. Holmes Road in Saline County.

Sometime between 10-11 a.m. on June 10 unknown suspect(s) entered the victim’s locked vehicle that was parked in a parking lot and stole the victim’s credit card.

READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/bb6098d4-e131-4ce2-909d-9d8bb3f4e413">Cash and cards stolen from two vehicles in the county Thursday</a>

On June 10, the credit and debit cards from both victims were used at Walmart in Salina to purchase items that includes multiple $200 prepaid gift cards. The suspects were two unidentified white males.

Total loss and damage is estimated to be in excess of $4,000.

If you have any information concerning who attempted to commit these crimes, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS, text SATIPS to CRIMES (274637), or visit <a href="http://www.pd.salina.org">www.pd.salina.org</a> and follow Crimestoppers link to submit a web tip. You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000 and you are not required to give your name.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/6/1624637315782.jpeg" alt="Crimestoppers seeks information about the identities of these two. Photos courtesy Crimstoppers" />
 <figcaption>Crimestoppers seeks information about the identities of these two. Photos courtesy Crimstoppers</figcaption>
 </figure>On June 10, the Saline County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 2400 block of E. Water Well Road for the report of a vehicle burglary. Sometime between 9 a.m. and noon on June 10, unknown suspect(s) entered the victim’s vehicle that was parked in a parking lot and stole the victim’s debit card and credit card.Later on June 10, the Saline County Sheriff’s Office took a second report of a vehicle burglary that had occurred in the 3000 block of S. Holmes Road in Saline County.Sometime between 10-11 a.m. on June 10 unknown suspect(s) entered the victim’s locked vehicle that was parked in a parking lot and stole the victim’s credit card.READ: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/bb6098d4-e131-4ce2-909d-9d8bb3f4e413">Cash and cards stolen from two vehicles in the county Thursday</a><figure>
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 </figure>On June 10, the credit and debit cards from both victims were used at Walmart in Salina to purchase items that includes multiple $200 prepaid gift cards. The suspects were two unidentified white males.Total loss and damage is estimated to be in excess of $4,000.<figure>
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 </figure>If you have any information concerning who attempted to commit these crimes, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS, text SATIPS to CRIMES (274637), or visit <a href="http://www.pd.salina.org">www.pd.salina.org</a> and follow Crimestoppers link to submit a web tip. You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000 and you are not required to give your name.

Crimestoppers seeks tips about two men who used stolen cards for purchases

The nation is in the midst of a severe blood shortage and the need for donations is more critical than ever.

According to the American Red Cross, a rise trauma cases, organ transplants and elective surgeries requiring blood products over recent months has depleted the nation’s blood inventory. The demand for blood from hospitals with trauma centers rose by 10 percent in 2021 compared to 2019. That's more than five times the growth of demand for blood at other facilities that provide transfusions.

“The Red Cross is currently experiencing a severe blood shortage,” said Chris Hrouda, president of Red Cross Biomedical Services. “Our teams are working around the clock to meet the extraordinary blood needs of hospitals and patients – distributing about 75,000 more blood products than expected over the past three months to meet demand – but we can’t do it without donors. Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood.”

According to information from the American Red Cross, hospitals are responding to an atypically high number of traumas and emergency room visits. Twenty to 40 percent of trauma deaths that occur after hospital admission involve massive hemorrhaging. In these dire circumstances, doctors may need hundreds of blood products, depending on the severity of the trauma, to help save a life, the American Red Cross noted.

Patients who deferred care during the height of the pandemic also are straining blood supplies as many now have more advanced disease progression and require more transfusions.

“Some hospitals are being forced to slow the pace of elective surgeries until the blood supply stabilizes, delaying crucial patient care. As we return to pre-pandemic activities and resume travel to visit loved ones, we want people to remember the needs of patients this summer and the power so many of us have to help save lives,” Hrouda said.

The American Red Cross noted that there is an emergency need for type O donors. Type O is the most needed blood group by hospitals, as type O positive is the most transfused blood type and can be transfused to Rh-positive patients of any blood type. Additionally, type O negative is the universal blood type and what emergency room personnel reach for when there is no time to determine the blood type of patients in the most serious situations, the American Red Cross reported.

An emergency need also exists for platelets, the clotting portion of blood, which must be transfused within five days of being donated. The American Red Cross explained that nearly half of all platelet donations are given to patients undergoing cancer treatments – a disease all too familiar to millions of Americans and their families.

Numerous blood drives are scheduled through the end of June.

The annual PUMP Up The Volume Salina Community Blood Drive is scheduled for noon to 7 p.m. Monday-Tuesday and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday at Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 825 E. Beloit Avenue. The blood drive is sponsored by Eagle Radio and its entities: 99 KG, 94.5 Prime FM, KINA, and Salina Post.

Radio listeners are challenged to donate during the three-day drive and vote for their favorite participating radio station. The winning station receives bragging rights and a traveling trophy to display for a year.

Since 2010, the Pump Up the Volume Blood Drive has raised more than 4,125 donations, according to information from the American Red Cross. This year’s goal is 234 donations.

Healthy donors are asked to make an appointment to give at this year’s Pump Up the Volume Blood Drive by using the Blood Donor App, visiting <a href="http://RedCrossBlood.org">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-733-2767 or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

All who donate through the end of June will receive a $5 <a href="http://Amazon.com">Amazon.com</a> gift card by email. Restrictions apply and are available at <a href="http://RedCrossBlood.org/SummerFullOfLife">RedCrossBlood.org/SummerFullOfLife</a>.

Other blood drives in the area include the following.

Tuesday: noon - 6 p.m., Catholic Church, 307 East 5th

Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., OCCK Inc, 1502 Lincoln Street

Friday: 1 - 6 p.m., Christian Community Center, 137 N. 4th Street

Friday: noon - 6 p.m., West Zion Church, 101 S. Washington

Wednesday: noon - 6 p.m., Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1827 Q Street

Monday: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., OCCK, 1710 W. Schilling Road

Remember, you can make an appointment to give blood by using the Blood Donor App, visiting <a href="http://RedCrossBlood.org">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-733-2767 or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/6/1624501655188.jpeg" alt="The need for blood donations is critical. Photo by&nbsp;<a href="https://unsplash.com/@luannhunt180?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText">LuAnn Hunt</a>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href="https://unsplash.com/s/photos/blood-donation?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText">Unsplash</a>" />
 <figcaption>The need for blood donations is critical. Photo by&nbsp;<a href="https://unsplash.com/@luannhunt180?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText">LuAnn Hunt</a>&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href="https://unsplash.com/s/photos/blood-donation?utm_source=unsplash&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_content=creditCopyText">Unsplash</a></figcaption>
 </figure>By SALINA POSTThe nation is in the midst of a severe blood shortage and the need for donations is more critical than ever.According to the American Red Cross, a rise trauma cases, organ transplants and elective surgeries requiring blood products over recent months has depleted the nation’s blood inventory. The demand for blood from hospitals with trauma centers rose by 10 percent in 2021 compared to 2019. That's more than five times the growth of demand for blood at other facilities that provide transfusions.“The Red Cross is currently experiencing a severe blood shortage,” said Chris Hrouda, president of Red Cross Biomedical Services. “Our teams are working around the clock to meet the extraordinary blood needs of hospitals and patients – distributing about 75,000 more blood products than expected over the past three months to meet demand – but we can’t do it without donors. Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood.”According to information from the American Red Cross, hospitals are responding to an atypically high number of traumas and emergency room visits. Twenty to 40 percent of trauma deaths that occur after hospital admission involve massive hemorrhaging. In these dire circumstances, doctors may need hundreds of blood products, depending on the severity of the trauma, to help save a life, the American Red Cross noted.Patients who deferred care during the height of the pandemic also are straining blood supplies as many now have more advanced disease progression and require more transfusions.“Some hospitals are being forced to slow the pace of elective surgeries until the blood supply stabilizes, delaying crucial patient care. As we return to pre-pandemic activities and resume travel to visit loved ones, we want people to remember the needs of patients this summer and the power so many of us have to help save lives,” Hrouda said.<h2>The need for type O blood and platelets</h2>The American Red Cross noted that there is an emergency need for type O donors. Type O is the most needed blood group by hospitals, as type O positive is the most transfused blood type and can be transfused to Rh-positive patients of any blood type. Additionally, type O negative is the universal blood type and what emergency room personnel reach for when there is no time to determine the blood type of patients in the most serious situations, the American Red Cross reported.An emergency need also exists for platelets, the clotting portion of blood, which must be transfused within five days of being donated. The American Red Cross explained that nearly half of all platelet donations are given to patients undergoing cancer treatments – a disease all too familiar to millions of Americans and their families.<h2>What can you do to help?</h2>Numerous blood drives are scheduled through the end of June.The annual PUMP Up The Volume Salina Community Blood Drive is scheduled for noon to 7 p.m. Monday-Tuesday and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesday at Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 825 E. Beloit Avenue. The blood drive is sponsored by Eagle Radio and its entities: 99 KG, 94.5 Prime FM, KINA, and Salina Post.Radio listeners are challenged to donate during the three-day drive and vote for their favorite participating radio station. The winning station receives bragging rights and a traveling trophy to display for a year.Since 2010, the Pump Up the Volume Blood Drive has raised more than 4,125 donations, according to information from the American Red Cross. This year’s goal is 234 donations.Healthy donors are asked to make an appointment to give at this year’s Pump Up the Volume Blood Drive by using the Blood Donor App, visiting <a href="http://RedCrossBlood.org">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-733-2767 or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.All who donate through the end of June will receive a $5 <a href="http://Amazon.com">Amazon.com</a> gift card by email. Restrictions apply and are available at <a href="http://RedCrossBlood.org/SummerFullOfLife">RedCrossBlood.org/SummerFullOfLife</a>.Other blood drives in the area include the following.<h2>CLOUD COUNTY</h2>ConcordiaTuesday: noon - 6 p.m., Catholic Church, 307 East 5thWednesday: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., OCCK Inc, 1502 Lincoln Street<h2>LINCOLN COUNTY</h2>LincolnFriday: 1 - 6 p.m., Christian Community Center, 137 N. 4th Street<h2>MCPHERSON COUNTY</h2>MoundridgeFriday: noon - 6 p.m., West Zion Church, 101 S. Washington<h2>REPUBLIC COUNTY</h2>BellevilleWednesday: noon - 6 p.m., Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1827 Q Street<h2>SALINE COUNTY</h2>SalinaMonday: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., OCCK, 1710 W. Schilling RoadRemember, you can make an appointment to give blood by using the Blood Donor App, visiting <a href="http://RedCrossBlood.org">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-733-2767 or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

Red Cross: Critical blood shortage; donations urgently needed

Here's the latest information concerning fireworks usage in Saline County this year. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SalineSheriffKS/">Saline County Sheriff's Office</a> Facebook page:

Here's the latest information concerning fireworks usage in Saline County this year. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SalineSheriffKS/">Saline County Sheriff's Office</a> Facebook page:<figure>
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Saline County Sheriff's Office releases fireworks info

Here's what's new at the Salina Public Library. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary">Salina Public Library</a> Facebook page:

Here's what's new at the Salina Public Library. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary">Salina Public Library</a> Facebook page:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsalinapubliclibrary%2Fphotos%2Fa.435863323139%2F10159630744543140%2F&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="658" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Here's the next clue in the Salina Public Library's All About Town scavenger hunt. From the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary/">Salina Public Library</a>&nbsp;Facebook page:&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;

Here's the next clue in the Salina Public Library's All About Town scavenger hunt. From the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary/">Salina Public Library</a>&nbsp;Facebook page:&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsalinapubliclibrary%2Fposts%2F10159628258403140&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="540" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Local, area blood drives scheduled during June

WICHITA — The American Red Cross is experiencing a severe blood shortage as the number of trauma cases, organ transplants and elective surgeries rise&nbsp;– and deplete the nation’s blood inventory. 

Donors of all blood types – especially type O – are urged to make an appointment to give as soon as possible to prevent further impact to patients.

READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/235ae21b-63d4-4e81-bc50-418b1ae37468">Have you made your appointment to help PUMP Up The Volume?</a>

Right now, hospitals are responding to an atypically high number of traumas and emergency room visits, as well as overdoses and resulting transplants. In comparison to 2019, the Red Cross has seen demand from trauma centers climb by 10% in 2021− more than five times the growth of other facilities that provide blood transfusions.&nbsp;&nbsp;

“When seconds count in emergency trauma situations, it’s the blood already on the shelves that can make the difference in lifesaving care,” said Dr. Matthew Coleman, medical director, Red Cross Kansas Oklahoma Region. “As many people begin to enjoy travel and time with loved ones again this summer, patients are relying on the generosity of donors to help ensure they have access to the treatment they need. Please consider blood donation as a summer activity that can help save lives.”

Patients need the help of the American people. Schedule an appointment to give blood now by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUXB8DBR7Jr5TcFyyqp8VCcVg3zhp-2B74PxBjahm-2BpTNcXAtDa_6kyJuRoUnmvCB1a16096Mn2eJZOhmBwdl6u-2F3e7vncM2LrUJDwK9KSu1RUc8GFlyfK2ZGVifG9xagvh4urZno-2FqR7DFQzyYFMOo8YSQItZdbW5cTqRX1NCFwX97BHTjuFzdQUEv2jCY9Y3xWV6W14yNm2pvchszu4t2sOJFBKLMsNKOYjXgdSOpmtX9fj0lCR3zgZw0IffOKGpgj5iv8P2wkxGOeN6b84LSbrlXxLnRMg43O-2B7GFGfVWISW-2BKYrJkT1yBKdvBDSHEIoXthhk-2BxvJTQJ0UZa-2B8939cP-2BeR9DsK3P63XGIXm0ngHR29ho2MUMOxhGGUU7LMVmsBIVQfFuD8DRupIYghZ-2Ftt3VeUOlIkLlQQtSJ2VWqNByR7yVv" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

In addition to trauma needs, there is a great hospital demand for blood as people who deferred care during the height of the pandemic present with more advanced disease progression, requiring increased blood transfusions. Over the last three months, the Red Cross has distributed about 75,000 more blood products than expected to meet these needs. As a result of this shortage, some hospitals are being forced to slow the pace of elective surgeries until the blood supply stabilizes. Blood is perishable and cannot be stockpiled, so it must constantly be replenished by generous blood donors.

Donors are urged to make an appointment to give blood now.&nbsp;As a thank-you, those who come to give now through June 30 will receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card via email, courtesy of Amazon. (Restrictions apply. Additional information and details are available at <a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUXB8DBR7Jr5TcFyyqp8VCcUgaMKQ4Wpsdtufy1AiEsGPB1fHV-2F1Ixy0mduF2RIanXkQFMggjaVqfcrvTGB80IJvfGUfGaBqubpuzh2KOn0wwokbf4uTAqL9uDnTasEmJQw-3D-3DCdmI_6kyJuRoUnmvCB1a16096Mn2eJZOhmBwdl6u-2F3e7vncM2LrUJDwK9KSu1RUc8GFlyfK2ZGVifG9xagvh4urZno-2FqR7DFQzyYFMOo8YSQItZdbW5cTqRX1NCFwX97BHTjuFzdQUEv2jCY9Y3xWV6W14yNm2pvchszu4t2sOJFBKLMsNKOYjXgdSOpmtX9fj0lCR3zgZw0IffOKGpgj5iv8P-2BXfaN7cbtxSPzviXB4QciqWCpwtpWmrbHIuvoEmB7hfCvVbe3Y5LQSflJmpv30GaVfMXqxh2SA2AIepXqvnxTOYGwnvQVKjTIyADtwOoYGbfphYrKMcJOn7Xo2rolbwrFNEl1wngCb0kkC-2BGO78j7aCjd-2F16tZvqpKgnmcfLTir" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/Together</a>.) &nbsp;

In&nbsp;most cases,&nbsp;those&nbsp;who have received a COVID-19 vaccine can donate.&nbsp;However, knowing the name of the manufacturer of the vaccine they received is important in determining donation eligibility.

Final weeks for COVID-19 antibody testing

As more than a third of Americans&nbsp;have&nbsp;become fully vaccinated against COVID-19,&nbsp;the&nbsp;Red Cross&nbsp;is winding down COVID-19 antibody testing for&nbsp;blood,&nbsp;platelet&nbsp;and plasma&nbsp;donations.&nbsp;

Through June 25, the Red Cross is testing all donations for COVID-19 antibodies. Testing may show possible exposure to the virus or whether a donor has developed an immune response to vaccination. The conclusion of Red Cross antibody testing represents a new, hopeful phase&nbsp;as the nation continues to&nbsp;journey out of this pandemic.&nbsp;&nbsp;

June 19 is World Sickle Cell Day,&nbsp;an important day for the more than 100,000 individuals&nbsp;with sickle cell disease in the U.S. Most people with this disease are of African descent and will require regular blood transfusions to help manage their disease. Some individuals with sickle cell disease may require as&nbsp;many as 100 units of blood per year.

The Red Cross is&nbsp;screening all blood,&nbsp;platelet&nbsp;and plasma donations from&nbsp;self-identified&nbsp;African American donors for the sickle cell trait.&nbsp;This additional screening will provide Black donors with an additional health insight and help the Red Cross identify compatible blood types more quickly to help&nbsp;patients with sickle cell&nbsp;disease.&nbsp;Since the best blood match for a patient receiving ongoing transfusions comes from donors of the same genetic background, the Red Cross encourages people of all ethnicities to give blood and help increase the number of diverse donors&nbsp;so we can find the best match for all patients.

Donors can expect to receive&nbsp;antibody test and sickle cell trait screening results, if applicable,&nbsp;within one to two weeks through the Red Cross Blood Donor App and the online donor portal at <a href="http://RedCrossBlood.org">RedCrossBlood.org</a>.

Local and area blood donation opportunities

June 29: noon - 6 p.m., Catholic Church, 307 East 5th

June 30: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., OCCK Inc, 1502 Lincoln Street

June 16: noon - 6 p.m., St Bernard's Catholic Church, 911 N. Kansas

June 25: 1 - 6 p.m., Christian Community Center, 137 N. 4th Street

June 18: noon - 6 p.m., St Peters United Church of Christ, 111 Pine

June 25: noon - 6 p.m., West Zion Church, 101 S. Washington

June 17: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., OCCK-Beloit, 501 W. 7th Street

June 23: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 416 Pitt

June 30: noon - 6 p.m., Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1827 Q Street

June 22: 11:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Assaria Lutheran Church, 124 W. First

June 18: 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Tony's Pizza Events Center, 800 The Midway

June 21: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., The Temple, 336 S. Santa Fe

June 21: noon - 5 p.m., Belmont Boulevard Christian, 2508 Belmont Boulevard

June 23: noon - 6 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints, 845 S. Ohio

June 28: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., OCCK, 1710 W. Schilling Road

June 28: noon - 7 p.m., Sunrise Presbyterian, 825 E. Beloit

June 29: noon - 7 p.m., Sunrise Presbyterian, 825 E. Beloit

June 30: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Sunrise Presbyterian, 825 E. Beloit

<h2>Local, area blood drives scheduled during June</h2>WICHITA — The American Red Cross is experiencing a severe blood shortage as the number of trauma cases, organ transplants and elective surgeries rise&nbsp;– and deplete the nation’s blood inventory. Donors of all blood types – especially type O – are urged to make an appointment to give as soon as possible to prevent further impact to patients.READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/235ae21b-63d4-4e81-bc50-418b1ae37468">Have you made your appointment to help PUMP Up The Volume?</a>Right now, hospitals are responding to an atypically high number of traumas and emergency room visits, as well as overdoses and resulting transplants. In comparison to 2019, the Red Cross has seen demand from trauma centers climb by 10% in 2021− more than five times the growth of other facilities that provide blood transfusions.&nbsp;&nbsp;“When seconds count in emergency trauma situations, it’s the blood already on the shelves that can make the difference in lifesaving care,” said Dr. Matthew Coleman, medical director, Red Cross Kansas Oklahoma Region. “As many people begin to enjoy travel and time with loved ones again this summer, patients are relying on the generosity of donors to help ensure they have access to the treatment they need. Please consider blood donation as a summer activity that can help save lives.”Patients need the help of the American people. Schedule an appointment to give blood now by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting&nbsp;<a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUXB8DBR7Jr5TcFyyqp8VCcVg3zhp-2B74PxBjahm-2BpTNcXAtDa_6kyJuRoUnmvCB1a16096Mn2eJZOhmBwdl6u-2F3e7vncM2LrUJDwK9KSu1RUc8GFlyfK2ZGVifG9xagvh4urZno-2FqR7DFQzyYFMOo8YSQItZdbW5cTqRX1NCFwX97BHTjuFzdQUEv2jCY9Y3xWV6W14yNm2pvchszu4t2sOJFBKLMsNKOYjXgdSOpmtX9fj0lCR3zgZw0IffOKGpgj5iv8P2wkxGOeN6b84LSbrlXxLnRMg43O-2B7GFGfVWISW-2BKYrJkT1yBKdvBDSHEIoXthhk-2BxvJTQJ0UZa-2B8939cP-2BeR9DsK3P63XGIXm0ngHR29ho2MUMOxhGGUU7LMVmsBIVQfFuD8DRupIYghZ-2Ftt3VeUOlIkLlQQtSJ2VWqNByR7yVv" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.In addition to trauma needs, there is a great hospital demand for blood as people who deferred care during the height of the pandemic present with more advanced disease progression, requiring increased blood transfusions. Over the last three months, the Red Cross has distributed about 75,000 more blood products than expected to meet these needs. As a result of this shortage, some hospitals are being forced to slow the pace of elective surgeries until the blood supply stabilizes. Blood is perishable and cannot be stockpiled, so it must constantly be replenished by generous blood donors.Donors are urged to make an appointment to give blood now.&nbsp;As a thank-you, those who come to give now through June 30 will receive a $5 Amazon.com Gift Card via email, courtesy of Amazon. (Restrictions apply. Additional information and details are available at <a href="https://u7061146.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=4tNED-2FM8iDZJQyQ53jATUXB8DBR7Jr5TcFyyqp8VCcUgaMKQ4Wpsdtufy1AiEsGPB1fHV-2F1Ixy0mduF2RIanXkQFMggjaVqfcrvTGB80IJvfGUfGaBqubpuzh2KOn0wwokbf4uTAqL9uDnTasEmJQw-3D-3DCdmI_6kyJuRoUnmvCB1a16096Mn2eJZOhmBwdl6u-2F3e7vncM2LrUJDwK9KSu1RUc8GFlyfK2ZGVifG9xagvh4urZno-2FqR7DFQzyYFMOo8YSQItZdbW5cTqRX1NCFwX97BHTjuFzdQUEv2jCY9Y3xWV6W14yNm2pvchszu4t2sOJFBKLMsNKOYjXgdSOpmtX9fj0lCR3zgZw0IffOKGpgj5iv8P-2BXfaN7cbtxSPzviXB4QciqWCpwtpWmrbHIuvoEmB7hfCvVbe3Y5LQSflJmpv30GaVfMXqxh2SA2AIepXqvnxTOYGwnvQVKjTIyADtwOoYGbfphYrKMcJOn7Xo2rolbwrFNEl1wngCb0kkC-2BGO78j7aCjd-2F16tZvqpKgnmcfLTir" target="_blank">RedCrossBlood.org/Together</a>.) &nbsp;In&nbsp;most cases,&nbsp;those&nbsp;who have received a COVID-19 vaccine can donate.&nbsp;However, knowing the name of the manufacturer of the vaccine they received is important in determining donation eligibility.Final weeks for COVID-19 antibody testingAs more than a third of Americans&nbsp;have&nbsp;become fully vaccinated against COVID-19,&nbsp;the&nbsp;Red Cross&nbsp;is winding down COVID-19 antibody testing for&nbsp;blood,&nbsp;platelet&nbsp;and plasma&nbsp;donations.&nbsp;Through June 25, the Red Cross is testing all donations for COVID-19 antibodies. Testing may show possible exposure to the virus or whether a donor has developed an immune response to vaccination. The conclusion of Red Cross antibody testing represents a new, hopeful phase&nbsp;as the nation continues to&nbsp;journey out of this pandemic.&nbsp;&nbsp;World Sickle Cell Day: June 19June 19 is World Sickle Cell Day,&nbsp;an important day for the more than 100,000 individuals&nbsp;with sickle cell disease in the U.S. Most people with this disease are of African descent and will require regular blood transfusions to help manage their disease. Some individuals with sickle cell disease may require as&nbsp;many as 100 units of blood per year.The Red Cross is&nbsp;screening all blood,&nbsp;platelet&nbsp;and plasma donations from&nbsp;self-identified&nbsp;African American donors for the sickle cell trait.&nbsp;This additional screening will provide Black donors with an additional health insight and help the Red Cross identify compatible blood types more quickly to help&nbsp;patients with sickle cell&nbsp;disease.&nbsp;Since the best blood match for a patient receiving ongoing transfusions comes from donors of the same genetic background, the Red Cross encourages people of all ethnicities to give blood and help increase the number of diverse donors&nbsp;so we can find the best match for all patients.Donors can expect to receive&nbsp;antibody test and sickle cell trait screening results, if applicable,&nbsp;within one to two weeks through the Red Cross Blood Donor App and the online donor portal at <a href="http://RedCrossBlood.org">RedCrossBlood.org</a>.Local and area blood donation opportunitiesCLOUD COUNTYConcordiaJune 29: noon - 6 p.m., Catholic Church, 307 East 5thJune 30: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., OCCK Inc, 1502 Lincoln StreetELLSWORTH COUNTYEllsworthJune 16: noon - 6 p.m., St Bernard's Catholic Church, 911 N. KansasLINCOLN COUNTYLincolnJune 25: 1 - 6 p.m., Christian Community Center, 137 N. 4th StreetMCPHERSON COUNTYInmanJune 18: noon - 6 p.m., St Peters United Church of Christ, 111 PineMoundridgeJune 25: noon - 6 p.m., West Zion Church, 101 S. WashingtonMITCHELL COUNTYBeloitJune 17: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., OCCK-Beloit, 501 W. 7th StreetTiptonJune 23: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m., Knights of Columbus, 416 PittREPUBLIC COUNTYBellevilleJune 30: noon - 6 p.m., Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1827 Q StreetSALINE COUNTYAssariaJune 22: 11:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., Assaria Lutheran Church, 124 W. FirstSalinaJune 18: 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m., Tony's Pizza Events Center, 800 The MidwayJune 21: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., The Temple, 336 S. Santa FeJune 21: noon - 5 p.m., Belmont Boulevard Christian, 2508 Belmont BoulevardJune 23: noon - 6 p.m., The Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints, 845 S. OhioJune 28: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., OCCK, 1710 W. Schilling RoadJune 28: noon - 7 p.m., Sunrise Presbyterian, 825 E. BeloitJune 29: noon - 7 p.m., Sunrise Presbyterian, 825 E. BeloitJune 30: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m., Sunrise Presbyterian, 825 E. Beloit

Red Cross: Severe blood shortage due to increase in hospital demand

Auditions for the first comedy mystery dinner theater production of the Salina Vagabond Players, “A Murderous Reunion,” will be from 6 to 8 p.m. June 25 and 26 at The Temple, 336 S. Santa Fe, north entrance.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The script calls for three men and three women, ages not limited. Characters include a brainiac, drama queen, class jock, aging cheerleader, innocent young ingenue and the&nbsp;black sheep of the class. Some singing and dance movements will be involved.&nbsp;

The show will be performed Aug. 13, 14, 20, and 21 at Martinelli's Little Italy, 158 S. Santa Fe. Tickets for the production will include dinner and dessert. A cash bar also will be available.&nbsp;

Rehearsals for “A Murderous Reunion” will begin July 12 and will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday.&nbsp;

For more information about the production and the Salina Vagabond Players, go to their <a href="http://www.Facebook/salinavagabonds">Facebook page</a>.

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 </figure>Auditions for the first comedy mystery dinner theater production of the Salina Vagabond Players, “A Murderous Reunion,” will be from 6 to 8 p.m. June 25 and 26 at The Temple, 336 S. Santa Fe, north entrance.&nbsp;&nbsp;The script calls for three men and three women, ages not limited. Characters include a brainiac, drama queen, class jock, aging cheerleader, innocent young ingenue and the&nbsp;black sheep of the class. Some singing and dance movements will be involved.&nbsp;The show will be performed Aug. 13, 14, 20, and 21 at Martinelli's Little Italy, 158 S. Santa Fe. Tickets for the production will include dinner and dessert. A cash bar also will be available.&nbsp;Rehearsals for “A Murderous Reunion” will begin July 12 and will be from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday.&nbsp;For more information about the production and the Salina Vagabond Players, go to their <a href="http://www.Facebook/salinavagabonds">Facebook page</a>.

Auditions set for murder mystery comedy 

Salina USD 305 has announced the details of its Summer Food Service Program's Free Grab-and-Go Lunch.

All children ages 1-18 are eligible for the free meals, which are scheduled to be distributed 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday from June 15-July 23. Children must be present to receive the meals. Additionally, adult meals will be available for $5 per meal.

No meals will be served July 5-6, the district noted in a news release. Should there be a severe weather warning, the meal sites will be closed.

No sign-up or paperwork is required for children to participate in the program, according to information from the district.

Drive-through or walk-up distribution will be available at eight sites across the city. They are as follows.

Central High School, 650 E. Crawford Street

Cottonwood Elementary School, 215 S. Phillips Avenue

Heartland Early Education, 700 Jupiter Avenue

Heusner Elementary School, 1300 Norton Street

Salina Fieldhouse, 140 N. Fifth Street

Schilling Elementary School, 3121 Canterbury Drive

South High School, 730 E. Magnolia Road

Sunset Elementary School, 1510 W. Republic Avenue

Additionally, the Salina Area United Way's RAWR (Raising Active, Wild Readers) book giveaway program will be at the meal sites on specific days to distribute free books to children. Those dates are as follows.

South High School, June 21 and July 12

Central High School, June 28 and July 19

Salina Fieldhouse, June 15 and 29 and July 20

Heartland Early Education, June 22 and July 13

Cottonwood Elementary School, June 16 and 30 and July 14

Heusner Elementary School, June 23 and July 7 and 21

Schilling Elementary School, June 17 and July 1 and 15

Sunset Elementary School, June 24 and July 8 and 22

By SALINA POSTSalina USD 305 has announced the details of its Summer Food Service Program's Free Grab-and-Go Lunch.All children ages 1-18 are eligible for the free meals, which are scheduled to be distributed 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday through Friday from June 15-July 23. Children must be present to receive the meals. Additionally, adult meals will be available for $5 per meal.No meals will be served July 5-6, the district noted in a news release. Should there be a severe weather warning, the meal sites will be closed.No sign-up or paperwork is required for children to participate in the program, according to information from the district.Drive-through or walk-up distribution will be available at eight sites across the city. They are as follows.Central High School, 650 E. Crawford StreetCottonwood Elementary School, 215 S. Phillips AvenueHeartland Early Education, 700 Jupiter AvenueHeusner Elementary School, 1300 Norton StreetSalina Fieldhouse, 140 N. Fifth StreetSchilling Elementary School, 3121 Canterbury DriveSouth High School, 730 E. Magnolia RoadSunset Elementary School, 1510 W. Republic Avenue<figure>
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 </figure>Additionally, the Salina Area United Way's RAWR (Raising Active, Wild Readers) book giveaway program will be at the meal sites on specific days to distribute free books to children. Those dates are as follows.South High School, June 21 and July 12Central High School, June 28 and July 19Salina Fieldhouse, June 15 and 29 and July 20Heartland Early Education, June 22 and July 13Cottonwood Elementary School, June 16 and 30 and July 14Heusner Elementary School, June 23 and July 7 and 21Schilling Elementary School, June 17 and July 1 and 15Sunset Elementary School, June 24 and July 8 and 22

USD 305 summer lunch program begins Tuesday

Here's what's new at the Salina Public Library. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary/">Salina Public Library</a> Facebook page:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsalinapubliclibrary%2Fphotos%2Fa.435863323139%2F10159614923298140%2F&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="658" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

The city has announced that it will be closing a portion of N. Delaware Avenue for pavement work.

Beginning Monday, the City of Salina Public Works Department will be replacing sections of pavement on N. Delaware Avenue, north of E. Iron Avenue.

While in repair, N. Delaware Avenue from E. Iron Avenue to Johnstown Avenue will be closed to through traffic. Weather permitting, repairs are expected to be completed within two weeks.

The city has announced that it will be closing a portion of N. Delaware Avenue for pavement work.Beginning Monday, the City of Salina Public Works Department will be replacing sections of pavement on N. Delaware Avenue, north of E. Iron Avenue.While in repair, N. Delaware Avenue from E. Iron Avenue to Johnstown Avenue will be closed to through traffic. Weather permitting, repairs are expected to be completed within two weeks.

City: Pavement work set for N. Delaware beginning Monday

The American Red Cross wants you to PUMP Up The Volume!

The annual PUMP Up The Volume Salina Community Blood Drive is scheduled for noon to 7 p.m. June 28-29 and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. June 30 at Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 825 E. Beloit Avenue. The blood drive is sponsored by Eagle Radio and its entities: 99 KG, 94.5 Prime FM, KINA, and Salina Post.

Healthy donors are asked to make an appointment to give at this year’s Pump Up the Volume Blood Drive by using the Blood Donor App, visiting&nbsp;<a href="http://redcrossblood.org/">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-733-2767 or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.

All who donate June 14-30 will receive a $5 Amazon.com gift card by email. Restrictions apply and are available at&nbsp;<a href="http://redcrossblood.org/SummerFullOfLife">RedCrossBlood.org/SummerFullOfLife</a>.

According to the American Red Cross, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in unprecedented challenges to blood donations and in the care and treatment of cancer patients. The Red Cross continues to feel the ongoing effects of COVID-19 as each month roughly 1,000 drives are canceled, impacting the collection of approximately 30,000 units of lifesaving blood.

Additionally, the American Cancer Society reported that many patient visits and procedures were forced to be delayed or canceled early in the pandemic to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19. According to the American Cancer Society, while cancer deaths dropped at the onset of the pandemic, those rates will likely increase in the months and years to come due to delays in diagnosis and treatment

This June, the American Red Cross and the American Cancer Society are teaming up to encourage people across the country to Give Blood to Give Time. Many cancer patients, especially those undergoing chemotherapy, will likely have a need for blood products. When donors give blood or platelets to the Red Cross, they’re helping cancer patients receive the care they need.

<figure>
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 </figure>The American Red Cross wants you to PUMP Up The Volume!The annual PUMP Up The Volume Salina Community Blood Drive is scheduled for noon to 7 p.m. June 28-29 and 8 a.m.-2 p.m. June 30 at Sunrise Presbyterian Church, 825 E. Beloit Avenue. The blood drive is sponsored by Eagle Radio and its entities: 99 KG, 94.5 Prime FM, KINA, and Salina Post.Radio listeners are challenged to donate during the three-day drive and vote for their favorite participating radio station. The winning station receives bragging rights and a traveling trophy to display for a year.Since 2010, the Pump Up the Volume Blood Drive has raised more than 4,125 donations, according to information from the American Red Cross. This year’s goal is 234 donations.Healthy donors are asked to make an appointment to give at this year’s Pump Up the Volume Blood Drive by using the Blood Donor App, visiting&nbsp;<a href="http://redcrossblood.org/">RedCrossBlood.org</a>, calling 1-800-733-2767 or enabling the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device.All who donate June 14-30 will receive a $5 Amazon.com gift card by email. Restrictions apply and are available at&nbsp;<a href="http://redcrossblood.org/SummerFullOfLife">RedCrossBlood.org/SummerFullOfLife</a>.According to the American Red Cross, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in unprecedented challenges to blood donations and in the care and treatment of cancer patients. The Red Cross continues to feel the ongoing effects of COVID-19 as each month roughly 1,000 drives are canceled, impacting the collection of approximately 30,000 units of lifesaving blood.Additionally, the American Cancer Society reported that many patient visits and procedures were forced to be delayed or canceled early in the pandemic to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19. According to the American Cancer Society, while cancer deaths dropped at the onset of the pandemic, those rates will likely increase in the months and years to come due to delays in diagnosis and treatmentThis June, the American Red Cross and the American Cancer Society are teaming up to encourage people across the country to Give Blood to Give Time. Many cancer patients, especially those undergoing chemotherapy, will likely have a need for blood products. When donors give blood or platelets to the Red Cross, they’re helping cancer patients receive the care they need.

Have you made your appointment to help PUMP Up The Volume?

Don't forget: The Friends of the Salina Public Library book sale is Saturday and Sunday.&nbsp;

From the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary">Salina Public Library</a>&nbsp;Facebook page:&nbsp;&nbsp;

Don't forget: The Friends of the Salina Public Library book sale is Saturday and Sunday.&nbsp;

From the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary">Salina Public Library</a>&nbsp;Facebook page:&nbsp;&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsalinapubliclibrary%2Fposts%2F10159607661118140&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="467" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Friends of the Salina Public Library book sale is this weekend

Here's the next clue in the Salina Public Library's All About Town scavenger hunt. From the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary/">Salina Public Library</a>&nbsp;Facebook page:&nbsp;&nbsp;

Here's the next clue in the Salina Public Library's All About Town scavenger hunt. From the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary/">Salina Public Library</a>&nbsp;Facebook page:&nbsp;&nbsp;<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsalinapubliclibrary%2Fposts%2F10159612175398140&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="540" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Kansas City Chiefs are in search of artists for gameday posters. From <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KansasCityChiefs/">The Kansas City Chiefs</a> Facebook page:

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Kansas City Chiefs are in search of artists for gameday posters. From <a href="https://www.facebook.com/KansasCityChiefs/">The Kansas City Chiefs</a> Facebook page:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FKansasCityChiefs%2Fposts%2F10159409440058373&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="391" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Chiefs seek artists to help with gameday posters

OCCK Transportation has announced the new Guide &amp; Go Travel Training program that will teach people how to use public transportation services in the region.

The first class in the Guide &amp; Go program is CityGo Familiarization.&nbsp; &nbsp;Other classes will be available in the future.&nbsp;

CityGo Familiarization teaches the basics of riding CityGo in Salina, including how to read the map and time table, fare payments, and general etiquette.&nbsp;

At this time, all classes will be held virtually, and will last about one hour, with the following schedule for CityGo Familiarization for June and July.

Additional classes will be announced as they are scheduled.

Participation in Travel Training is free, however participants must have internet access and be able to pick up the class packet.&nbsp; Sign up can be done online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinacitygo.com/guide-go-travel-training/" target="_blank">www.salinacitygo.com/guide-go-travel-training/</a>&nbsp;or by calling 785-826-1583.

“The Guide &amp; Go Travel Training program is a great way to learn about CityGo and public transportation in general,” said Michelle Griffin, mobility manager for north central Kansas.&nbsp; “We hope to encourage more people to use this transportation option.&nbsp; Using public transportation is a life skill that everyone should know.”

OCCK Transportation has announced the new Guide &amp; Go Travel Training program that will teach people how to use public transportation services in the region.The first class in the Guide &amp; Go program is CityGo Familiarization.&nbsp; &nbsp;Other classes will be available in the future.&nbsp;CityGo Familiarization teaches the basics of riding CityGo in Salina, including how to read the map and time table, fare payments, and general etiquette.&nbsp;At this time, all classes will be held virtually, and will last about one hour, with the following schedule for CityGo Familiarization for June and July.June 23, 1:30 p.m.July 30, 10 a.m.Additional classes will be announced as they are scheduled.Participation in Travel Training is free, however participants must have internet access and be able to pick up the class packet.&nbsp; Sign up can be done online at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinacitygo.com/guide-go-travel-training/" target="_blank">www.salinacitygo.com/guide-go-travel-training/</a>&nbsp;or by calling 785-826-1583.“The Guide &amp; Go Travel Training program is a great way to learn about CityGo and public transportation in general,” said Michelle Griffin, mobility manager for north central Kansas.&nbsp; “We hope to encourage more people to use this transportation option.&nbsp; Using public transportation is a life skill that everyone should know.”

OCCK Transportation offers Guide & Go Travel Training

The Saline County Vaccination Collaboration has announced two walk-up and drive-through COVID-19 vaccination clinics for Salina.

The first clinic is scheduled for 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday in the parking lot at Ace Hardware, 309 S. Broadway Boulevard. No appointment is necessary.

Johnson &amp; Johnson and Moderna vaccines will be available, according to the collaboration.

The second clinic is scheduled for 2-6 p.m. June 18 at the gym on the St. Francis Ministries campus, 110 W. Otis Avenue. No appointment is necessary.

Johnson &amp; Johnson and Pfizer vaccines will be available, according to the collaboration.

Additionally, free COVID-19 testing will be available at the second clinic.

By SALINA POSTThe Saline County Vaccination Collaboration has announced two walk-up and drive-through COVID-19 vaccination clinics for Salina.The first clinic is scheduled for 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Thursday in the parking lot at Ace Hardware, 309 S. Broadway Boulevard. No appointment is necessary.Johnson &amp; Johnson and Moderna vaccines will be available, according to the collaboration.The second clinic is scheduled for 2-6 p.m. June 18 at the gym on the St. Francis Ministries campus, 110 W. Otis Avenue. No appointment is necessary.Johnson &amp; Johnson and Pfizer vaccines will be available, according to the collaboration.Additionally, free COVID-19 testing will be available at the second clinic.

Walk-up, drive-through vaccination clinics scheduled

Part of W. Cloud Street will close on Monday for utility work.

On Monday, AT&amp;T will close the westbound lane of W. Cloud Street west of the S. Ninth Street intersection to service their facilities, according to information from the City of Salina. 

During the work, left turns from northbound S. Ninth Street to westbound W. Cloud Street and from eastbound W. Cloud Street to northbound S. Ninth Street will be restricted to facilitate the rest of the traffic movements through the intersection. 

Through traffic is encouraged to avoid the intersection altogether during the work. 

Weather permitting, the work will proceed around the clock and will be completed on Friday, the city noted.

Part of W. Cloud Street will close on Monday for utility work.On Monday, AT&amp;T will close the westbound lane of W. Cloud Street west of the S. Ninth Street intersection to service their facilities, according to information from the City of Salina. During the work, left turns from northbound S. Ninth Street to westbound W. Cloud Street and from eastbound W. Cloud Street to northbound S. Ninth Street will be restricted to facilitate the rest of the traffic movements through the intersection. Through traffic is encouraged to avoid the intersection altogether during the work. Weather permitting, the work will proceed around the clock and will be completed on Friday, the city noted.

Part of W. Cloud Street closing for utility work

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