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

See 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%2Fposts%2F10158225781218140%3A0&width=500" width="500" height="681" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowTransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe></div>

See what's new at the Salina Public Library

From KANSASWORKS:<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1582217545088.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>

Looking for a job? Statewide Job Fair coming to Salina



HAYS – Staff from Fort Hays State University’s Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science will host six free information sessions across the state for interested students and families in March and April.

The Academy offers high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to live and learn at Fort Hays State University and get a head start on their college educations.

Students and guests can learn about KAMS and visit with representatives from the Academy at these sessions. Please visit the registration website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fhsu.edu/kams/Info-session-registration/" target="_blank">http://www.fhsu.edu/kams/Info-session-registration/</a>&nbsp;to find a session in your area.

The information sessions are listed chronologically.

Salina Public Library, Prescott Room, 301 West Elm Street

Manhattan Public Library, Auditorium, 629 Poyntz Avenue, Manhattan

Johnson County Central Resource Library, Carmack Community Room, 9875 West 87th Street, Overland Park

Topeka Public Library, Marvin Auditorium 101C, 1515 Southwest 10th Avenue, Topeka

Wichita Advanced Learning Library, Conference Room C, 711 West 2nd Street, N Wichita

FHSU Memorial Union, Stouffer Lounge, 700 Park Street, Hays

All information sessions are free and open to the public.

Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fhsu.edu/kams" target="_blank">www.fhsu.edu/kams</a>&nbsp;for more information regarding the program.

KAMS is an early college program that focuses on advanced mathematics and science coursework. While studying at KAMS, students live on the FHSU campus in a select residence hall with other Academy students from around the world. Over the course of two years, students complete over 60 hours of college credit and complete their high school diploma. These college classes are taken alongside traditional college undergraduates and taught by college professors while simultaneously contributing to their high school graduation requirements. KAMS also provides hands-on research, leadership, and civic engagement opportunities.



HAYS – Staff from Fort Hays State University’s Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science will host six free information sessions across the state for interested students and families in March and April.The Academy offers high school juniors and seniors an opportunity to live and learn at Fort Hays State University and get a head start on their college educations.Students and guests can learn about KAMS and visit with representatives from the Academy at these sessions. Please visit the registration website at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fhsu.edu/kams/Info-session-registration/" target="_blank">http://www.fhsu.edu/kams/Info-session-registration/</a>&nbsp;to find a session in your area.The information sessions are listed chronologically.March 12, 6 p.m.Salina Public Library, Prescott Room, 301 West Elm StreetMarch 25, 6 p.m.Manhattan Public Library, Auditorium, 629 Poyntz Avenue, ManhattanMarch 31, 6 p.m.Johnson County Central Resource Library, Carmack Community Room, 9875 West 87th Street, Overland ParkApril 1, 6 p.m.Topeka Public Library, Marvin Auditorium 101C, 1515 Southwest 10th Avenue, TopekaApril 9, 6 p.m.Wichita Advanced Learning Library, Conference Room C, 711 West 2nd Street, N WichitaApril 14, 6 p.m.FHSU Memorial Union, Stouffer Lounge, 700 Park Street, HaysAll information sessions are free and open to the public.Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.fhsu.edu/kams" target="_blank">www.fhsu.edu/kams</a>&nbsp;for more information regarding the program.About KAMSKAMS is an early college program that focuses on advanced mathematics and science coursework. While studying at KAMS, students live on the FHSU campus in a select residence hall with other Academy students from around the world. Over the course of two years, students complete over 60 hours of college credit and complete their high school diploma. These college classes are taken alongside traditional college undergraduates and taught by college professors while simultaneously contributing to their high school graduation requirements. KAMS also provides hands-on research, leadership, and civic engagement opportunities.

Kansas Academy of Mathematics and Science info sessions set

Check out (no pun intended) what's new at the Salina Public Library. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary/">Salina Public Library</a> Facebook page:

Check out (no pun intended) 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%2Fposts%2F10158204270663140%3A0&width=500" width="500" height="681" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowTransparency="true" allow="encrypted-media"></iframe></div>

New items at the Salina Public Library

Adult singers are invited to join the Salina Silvertones Chorus with rehearsals beginning Feb. 24 for the 2020 season.

The chorus’ 90-minute weekly rehearsals begin at 10 a.m. on Mondays on the second floor of the Salina Senior Center, 245 North Ninth Street. The director is Linda Collins, a retired USD305 vocal music teacher. There is no charge to sing and music is provided. Auditions and pre-enrollment are not required.

The chorus was formed in 1982 as the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Chorus and has been performing since, singing a variety of four-part music. Singers perform semi-monthly at Salina long-term care homes from March through December and at area special events.

Interested new singers who want more information may leave a message and return phone number for Collins at the Senior Center, (785) 827-9818 during regular business hours.

Adult singers are invited to join the Salina Silvertones Chorus with rehearsals beginning Feb. 24 for the 2020 season.The chorus’ 90-minute weekly rehearsals begin at 10 a.m. on Mondays on the second floor of the Salina Senior Center, 245 North Ninth Street. The director is Linda Collins, a retired USD305 vocal music teacher. There is no charge to sing and music is provided. Auditions and pre-enrollment are not required.The chorus was formed in 1982 as the Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Chorus and has been performing since, singing a variety of four-part music. Singers perform semi-monthly at Salina long-term care homes from March through December and at area special events.Interested new singers who want more information may leave a message and return phone number for Collins at the Senior Center, (785) 827-9818 during regular business hours.

Salina Silvertones Chorus rehearsals begin Feb. 24

MANHATTAN – Get your walking shoes ready! Walk Kansas 2020 is just around the corner.

The popular K-State Research and Extension program that encourages physical activity and healthy eating, runs March 15 through May 9.

Participants can sign up&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walkkansas.org/" target="_blank">online</a>&nbsp;starting Feb. 18 or through their&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/stateandareamaps.html" target="_blank">local K-State Research and Extension office</a>. The cost to participate is $10 per person, which includes access to the online tracker, a weekly newsletter with tips and recipes, program resources, and local activities. Walk Kansas t-shirts are available for an additional $9.50.

“With spring getting closer by the day, this is a great way to make a promise to yourself to be more active and to make lifestyle choices that support healthy living,” said Sharolyn Jackson, K-State Research and Extension family and consumer science specialist and Walk Kansas coordinator. “Plus it’s fun to support friends, family, neighbors or co-workers – anyone who makes up your team.”

Participants form teams of six, with one serving as a team captain. Team members record their own activity online each week. Participants do not have to walk or participate in other types of activity together, or even live in Kansas. Many teams form with family members or friends in other parts of the state or country. Teams connect through technology.

While physical activity is at the heart of Walk Kansas, the program will have a couple of new twists this year, Jackson said. One focuses on the Mediterranean style of eating.

“Eating the Med way is not about flavors,” Jackson said. “It is about eating lots of fruits and vegetables, choosing whole grains, eating more beans and legumes, reducing added sugars, using olive and canola oil, and more.”

The second twist centers on introducing participants to nine shared lifestyle traits of the Blue Zones, places around the world where people are known to live measurably longer and healthier lives. These traits, and ways to incorporate them into your life, will be introduced during the eight week program.

“Your health is so much more than a number on the scale,” Jackson said.

More information and registration (starting Feb. 18) for&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walkkansas.org/" target="_blank">Walk Kansas</a>&nbsp;is available online or through a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/stateandareamaps.html" target="_blank">K-State Research and Extension office</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1581625303222.jpeg" alt="A previous Walk Kansas team from Sedgwick County. Photo courtesy KSRE" />
 <figcaption>A previous Walk Kansas team from Sedgwick County. Photo courtesy KSRE</figcaption>
 </figure>MANHATTAN – Get your walking shoes ready! Walk Kansas 2020 is just around the corner.The popular K-State Research and Extension program that encourages physical activity and healthy eating, runs March 15 through May 9.Participants can sign up&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walkkansas.org/" target="_blank">online</a>&nbsp;starting Feb. 18 or through their&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/stateandareamaps.html" target="_blank">local K-State Research and Extension office</a>. The cost to participate is $10 per person, which includes access to the online tracker, a weekly newsletter with tips and recipes, program resources, and local activities. Walk Kansas t-shirts are available for an additional $9.50.“With spring getting closer by the day, this is a great way to make a promise to yourself to be more active and to make lifestyle choices that support healthy living,” said Sharolyn Jackson, K-State Research and Extension family and consumer science specialist and Walk Kansas coordinator. “Plus it’s fun to support friends, family, neighbors or co-workers – anyone who makes up your team.”Participants form teams of six, with one serving as a team captain. Team members record their own activity online each week. Participants do not have to walk or participate in other types of activity together, or even live in Kansas. Many teams form with family members or friends in other parts of the state or country. Teams connect through technology.While physical activity is at the heart of Walk Kansas, the program will have a couple of new twists this year, Jackson said. One focuses on the Mediterranean style of eating.“Eating the Med way is not about flavors,” Jackson said. “It is about eating lots of fruits and vegetables, choosing whole grains, eating more beans and legumes, reducing added sugars, using olive and canola oil, and more.”The second twist centers on introducing participants to nine shared lifestyle traits of the Blue Zones, places around the world where people are known to live measurably longer and healthier lives. These traits, and ways to incorporate them into your life, will be introduced during the eight week program.“Your health is so much more than a number on the scale,” Jackson said.More information and registration (starting Feb. 18) for&nbsp;<a href="https://www.walkkansas.org/" target="_blank">Walk Kansas</a>&nbsp;is available online or through a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/stateandareamaps.html" target="_blank">K-State Research and Extension office</a>.

Walk Kansas 2020 starts March 15

TOPEKA – Companies can now register to attend the 5th&nbsp;Annual&nbsp;KANSASWORKS&nbsp;Statewide Job Fair.

The job fair takes place from 3-6 p.m. on April 2, 2020, at 11 different locations across the state.

This event is a unique opportunity for companies across Kansas to meet with prospective employees. The Statewide Job Fair provides employers and job seekers a chance to meet face-to-face to network and connect in a location convenient for everyone.

“This is about connecting people who need jobs with companies that need talented workers,” Secretary of Commerce David Toland said, “and it’s about our commitment to bolstering employment all across Kansas. By providing locations across the state, we’re working to make sure that businesses and job seekers can participate, regardless of which part of the state they’re in.”

Locations for the 2020 Statewide Fair will include:

Employers hoping to have a presence at their local fair can register at&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kansascommerce.gov%2Fprograms-services%2Fworkforce-services%2Fstatewidejobfair%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7C%7Ca0f4780c991042c5d5ef08d7af0ded8f%7Cdcae8101c92d480cbc43c6761ccccc5a%7C0%7C0%7C637170346764110818&amp;sdata=MIi5QZqt0dNiIhG1wnYQI5m6kQBzhl%2FobXr74qGyU6c%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">kansascommerce.gov/statewidejobfair</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1581613064197.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>TOPEKA – Companies can now register to attend the 5th&nbsp;Annual&nbsp;KANSASWORKS&nbsp;Statewide Job Fair.The job fair takes place from 3-6 p.m. on April 2, 2020, at 11 different locations across the state.This event is a unique opportunity for companies across Kansas to meet with prospective employees. The Statewide Job Fair provides employers and job seekers a chance to meet face-to-face to network and connect in a location convenient for everyone.“This is about connecting people who need jobs with companies that need talented workers,” Secretary of Commerce David Toland said, “and it’s about our commitment to bolstering employment all across Kansas. By providing locations across the state, we’re working to make sure that businesses and job seekers can participate, regardless of which part of the state they’re in.”Locations for the 2020 Statewide Fair will include:Dodge CityEl DoradoKansas CityLawrenceLeavenworthManhattanOverland ParkPittsburgSalinaTopekaWichitaEmployers hoping to have a presence at their local fair can register at&nbsp;<a href="https://gcc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.kansascommerce.gov%2Fprograms-services%2Fworkforce-services%2Fstatewidejobfair%2F&amp;data=02%7C01%7C%7Ca0f4780c991042c5d5ef08d7af0ded8f%7Cdcae8101c92d480cbc43c6761ccccc5a%7C0%7C0%7C637170346764110818&amp;sdata=MIi5QZqt0dNiIhG1wnYQI5m6kQBzhl%2FobXr74qGyU6c%3D&amp;reserved=0" target="_blank">kansascommerce.gov/statewidejobfair</a>.

Registration open for 2020 Statewide Job Fair

Amy Grant has postponed her appearance on the Stiefel Theatre stage.

"We are very sorry to announce that due to circumstances 

beyond her control Amy Grant has had to postpone her March 6th concert at the Stiefel Theatre to Thursday, Oct. 22 @ 8pm," Jane Gates, executive director of the Stiefel Theatre for the Performing Arts, announced in an email this afternoon.

According to Gates, all tickets purchased for the March 6 show will be good for the Oct. 22 show. Persons with tickets who are not able to attend the Oct. 22 show are asked to contact the Stiefel Theatre to obtain a refund.

Additionally, Gates noted that less than 300 tickets remain for the show. Tickets can be purchased online at <a href="http://stiefeltheatre.org">stiefeltheatre.org</a> or by calling the Stiefel at 785-827-1998.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/12/1575998214026.jpeg" alt="Amy Grant. Photo courtesy Stiefel Theatre" />
 <figcaption>Amy Grant. Photo courtesy Stiefel Theatre</figcaption>
 </figure>Amy Grant has postponed her appearance on the Stiefel Theatre stage."We are very sorry to announce that due to circumstances beyond her control Amy Grant has had to postpone her March 6th concert at the Stiefel Theatre to Thursday, Oct. 22 @ 8pm," Jane Gates, executive director of the Stiefel Theatre for the Performing Arts, announced in an email this afternoon.According to Gates, all tickets purchased for the March 6 show will be good for the Oct. 22 show. Persons with tickets who are not able to attend the Oct. 22 show are asked to contact the Stiefel Theatre to obtain a refund.Additionally, Gates noted that less than 300 tickets remain for the show. Tickets can be purchased online at <a href="http://stiefeltheatre.org">stiefeltheatre.org</a> or by calling the Stiefel at 785-827-1998.

Amy Grant postpones concert in Salina's Stiefel Theatre

The Salina Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the Legislative Issues meetings dates for this year. 

Sponsored by AT&amp;T, the meetings will be held from 8:30-10 a.m. in the chamber’s Visit Salina Annex, 120 W. Ash Street. The meetings are open to the public at no charge.

The dates, all Saturdays, are as follows.

The format of the meetings will consist of brief opening remarks from the legislators, written questions from the audience, and brief closing remarks from the legislators. The meetings will be moderated by a chamber representative.

Senator Randall Hardy and representatives Steven Johnson, Diana Dierks, and J.R. Claeys have been invited to attend. 

The Salina Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the Legislative Issues meetings dates for this year. Sponsored by AT&amp;T, the meetings will be held from 8:30-10 a.m. in the chamber’s Visit Salina Annex, 120 W. Ash Street. The meetings are open to the public at no charge.The dates, all Saturdays, are as follows.Feb. 22March 14April 25The format of the meetings will consist of brief opening remarks from the legislators, written questions from the audience, and brief closing remarks from the legislators. The meetings will be moderated by a chamber representative.Senator Randall Hardy and representatives Steven Johnson, Diana Dierks, and J.R. Claeys have been invited to attend.

Chamber announces dates for Legislative Issues meetings

Beginning Monday, the first floor of the senior center, 245 North Ninth Street, will be closed for remodeling of the kitchen and restroom areas.

According to information from Saline County, which operates the facility, renovations are expected to take 10 weeks. The closure will not affect activities on the second and third floors, the county noted. 

Additionally, Meals on Wheels has been moved to an alternate location to ensure continuity of that service, according to the county.

On Jan. 28, Saline County commissioners awarded to Ponton Construction a remodeling bid in the amount of $62,249 for the kitchen remodeling. The project will include removing all cabinets, shelving units, sinks and flooring and installing new stainless steel work areas, new ceiling tiles, new floor surfaces, and making repairs to several areas in the kitchen. 

Additionally, a new handicapped-accessible restroom will be installed on the first floor.

A combination of private donations, grants, and Saline County Capital Improvement Plan dollars are being used to accomplish these projects, earlier information from the county noted.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1580847122931.jpeg" alt="The senior center in Salina. Salina Post file photo" />
 <figcaption>The senior center in Salina. Salina Post file photo</figcaption>
 </figure>Beginning Monday, the first floor of the senior center, 245 North Ninth Street, will be closed for remodeling of the kitchen and restroom areas.According to information from Saline County, which operates the facility, renovations are expected to take 10 weeks. The closure will not affect activities on the second and third floors, the county noted. Additionally, Meals on Wheels has been moved to an alternate location to ensure continuity of that service, according to the county.On Jan. 28, Saline County commissioners awarded to Ponton Construction a remodeling bid in the amount of $62,249 for the kitchen remodeling. The project will include removing all cabinets, shelving units, sinks and flooring and installing new stainless steel work areas, new ceiling tiles, new floor surfaces, and making repairs to several areas in the kitchen. Additionally, a new handicapped-accessible restroom will be installed on the first floor.A combination of private donations, grants, and Saline County Capital Improvement Plan dollars are being used to accomplish these projects, earlier information from the county noted.

Announcements