Please join the Talent Acquisition Team&nbsp;Feb. 23 from 4-6 p.m.&nbsp;at the Salina Country Club for an evening of celebrating registered nurses; recent and upcoming graduates, as well as experienced nurses seeking employment, are encouraged to attend.

Learn about compensation and benefits, nurse residency, relocation expenses, free housing for Med/Surg, childcare stipend, student loan forgiveness, clinic ladders program, sign-on bonus and more.

You will have the opportunity to visit with nursing leadership about flexible scheduling, culture and professional development. It is a fantastic time to see how SRHC&nbsp;“takes care of you, so you can care for others”

Bring an RN friend and enjoy food, door prizes, and a great experience!

Contact Tess Modrow for details at 785-452-7026.

Salina Regional Health CenterPlease join the Talent Acquisition Team&nbsp;Feb. 23 from 4-6 p.m.&nbsp;at the Salina Country Club for an evening of celebrating registered nurses; recent and upcoming graduates, as well as experienced nurses seeking employment, are encouraged to attend.Learn about compensation and benefits, nurse residency, relocation expenses, free housing for Med/Surg, childcare stipend, student loan forgiveness, clinic ladders program, sign-on bonus and more.You will have the opportunity to visit with nursing leadership about flexible scheduling, culture and professional development. It is a fantastic time to see how SRHC&nbsp;“takes care of you, so you can care for others”Bring an RN friend and enjoy food, door prizes, and a great experience!Contact Tess Modrow for details at 785-452-7026.

SRHC’s annual Nursing Celebration coming up Feb. 23

From the McPherson County Crime Stoppers Facebook page:

On Sunday, February 5, 2023, the McPherson Police Department took a report reference vehicle burglary that occurred at Lakeside Park, 901 East Kansas Avenue in McPherson, McPherson County, Kansas. There were numerous items taken and through the investigation, we are needing the assistance in attempting to identify this individual as a person of interest. McPD Case # 2023-0189.

If you know the identity of the individual or have information about this case, please contact the McPherson County CrimeStoppers at (620)241-1122 or download the free P3 app to submit an anonymous tip. If your tip leads to an arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward!

From the McPherson County Crime Stoppers Facebook page:On Sunday, February 5, 2023, the McPherson Police Department took a report reference vehicle burglary that occurred at Lakeside Park, 901 East Kansas Avenue in McPherson, McPherson County, Kansas. There were numerous items taken and through the investigation, we are needing the assistance in attempting to identify this individual as a person of interest. McPD Case # 2023-0189.If you know the identity of the individual or have information about this case, please contact the McPherson County CrimeStoppers at (620)241-1122 or download the free P3 app to submit an anonymous tip. If your tip leads to an arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward!<figure>
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McPherson County Crime Stoppers seeks tips about person of interest

UPDATE 4:45 p.m. Monday: Friday show added.

Following are the sports programs and events scheduled for KINA (910 AM and 107.5 FM) this week.

Monday Southeast of Saline Basketball Pregame Show: 5:45 p.m.

Southeast of Saline Lady Trojans vs. Ellinwood Lady Eagles basketball:&nbsp; 6 p.m., on campus, Gypsum

Southeast of Saline Trojans vs. Ellinwood Eagles basketball:&nbsp; 7:30 p.m.&nbsp; on campus, Gypsum

MRN&nbsp; Nascar 75th Anniversary:&nbsp; 10 p.m.

Tuesday Southeast of Saline Basketball Pregame Show:&nbsp; 5:45 p.m.

Southeast of Saline Lady Trojans vs. Ellsworth Lady Bearcats basketball:&nbsp; 6 p.m.&nbsp; in Ellsworth

Southeast of Saline Trojans vs. Ellsworth Bearcats basketball:&nbsp; 7:30 p.m.&nbsp; in Ellsworth

Thursday MRN&nbsp; Bluegreen Vacations Duel at Daytona:&nbsp; 5 p.m.&nbsp; at Daytona International Speedway

Friday KIN Scoreboard Show:&nbsp; 10 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Saturday MRN Nascar Live:&nbsp; 8 a.m.

MRN&nbsp; Beef. It's What's for Dinner 300:&nbsp; 3:30 p.m.&nbsp; at Daytona International Speedway

Sunday PRN&nbsp; The Pit Reporters:&nbsp; 9 a.m. MRN&nbsp; Daytona 500:&nbsp; 12:30 p.m.&nbsp; at Daytona International Speedway&nbsp;&nbsp;

UPDATE 4:45 p.m. Monday: Friday show added.By SALINA POSTFollowing are the sports programs and events scheduled for KINA (910 AM and 107.5 FM) this week.Monday Southeast of Saline Basketball Pregame Show: 5:45 p.m.Southeast of Saline Lady Trojans vs. Ellinwood Lady Eagles basketball:&nbsp; 6 p.m., on campus, Gypsum Southeast of Saline Trojans vs. Ellinwood Eagles basketball:&nbsp; 7:30 p.m.&nbsp; on campus, GypsumChiefs Kingdom Show:&nbsp; 9 p.m. MRN&nbsp; Nascar 75th Anniversary:&nbsp; 10 p.m.Tuesday Southeast of Saline Basketball Pregame Show:&nbsp; 5:45 p.m.Southeast of Saline Lady Trojans vs. Ellsworth Lady Bearcats basketball:&nbsp; 6 p.m.&nbsp; in EllsworthSoutheast of Saline Trojans vs. Ellsworth Bearcats basketball:&nbsp; 7:30 p.m.&nbsp; in EllsworthThursday MRN&nbsp; Bluegreen Vacations Duel at Daytona:&nbsp; 5 p.m.&nbsp; at Daytona International SpeedwayFriday KIN Scoreboard Show:&nbsp; 10 p.m.&nbsp;&nbsp;Saturday MRN Nascar Live:&nbsp; 8 a.m.MRN&nbsp; Beef. It's What's for Dinner 300:&nbsp; 3:30 p.m.&nbsp; at Daytona International Speedway Sunday PRN&nbsp; The Pit Reporters:&nbsp; 9 a.m. MRN&nbsp; Daytona 500:&nbsp; 12:30 p.m.&nbsp; at Daytona International Speedway&nbsp;&nbsp;

UPDATED: Sports on KINA this week

Monday through Friday, Circle C Paving &amp; Construction of Goddard will seal cracks on the following streets, weather permitting.

The work will take place generally between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Access to properties within work zones will be maintained at all times. “Road Work Ahead” signs will be placed in advance of work zones, and temporary single-lane closures are to be expected. Motorists are asked to proceed with caution when approaching work zones for the safety of the crews performing the work.

The annual crack and joint sealing program is an important and cost-effective preventive maintenance component of the City of Salina’s annual street repair program. Crack sealing the pavement helps prevent water from penetrating into the pavement structure or sub-base material and aids in reducing a number of pavement problems which include: crack spreading; formation of voids under pavement; swelling and shrinking of sub-base materials; freeze-thaw action; alligator cracking; potholing; and complete failure. Because of its importance and cost- effectiveness, the Department of Public Works strives to seal each asphalt street in Salina no less often than every seven years.

This $491,000 project is part of the City's $5.3 million 2023 street maintenance program.

City of SalinaMonday through Friday, Circle C Paving &amp; Construction of Goddard will seal cracks on the following streets, weather permitting.●9th, Broadway to Kirwin●Bret, Colonial to Post Oak●Crawford, 2nd to Ohio●Fairdale south of Village●Minneapolis, 4th to Quincy●Mulberry, 9th to Santa Fe●Ohio, Magnolia to Belmont●Prescott, Front to Ohio●South, RR tracks to Santa Fe●Walnut, RR tracks to 9thThe work will take place generally between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Access to properties within work zones will be maintained at all times. “Road Work Ahead” signs will be placed in advance of work zones, and temporary single-lane closures are to be expected. Motorists are asked to proceed with caution when approaching work zones for the safety of the crews performing the work.The annual crack and joint sealing program is an important and cost-effective preventive maintenance component of the City of Salina’s annual street repair program. Crack sealing the pavement helps prevent water from penetrating into the pavement structure or sub-base material and aids in reducing a number of pavement problems which include: crack spreading; formation of voids under pavement; swelling and shrinking of sub-base materials; freeze-thaw action; alligator cracking; potholing; and complete failure. Because of its importance and cost- effectiveness, the Department of Public Works strives to seal each asphalt street in Salina no less often than every seven years.This $491,000 project is part of the City's $5.3 million 2023 street maintenance program.

City of Salina announces street crack sealing work

By JASON GRAVES Horticulture extension agent

Growing a vegetable garden on one of the Salina Community Garden plots definitely has many benefits.&nbsp; For many people one of the biggest benefits is simply more space.&nbsp; Many city backyards may have shade trees or other obstacles that make growing a nice garden difficult.&nbsp;&nbsp; In these situations, a community garden plot may offer the perfect solution.&nbsp;

Fortunately, here in Salina we have community gardens that offer great gardening opportunities for many residents.&nbsp; Each year the City of Salina and K-State Research and Extension-Central Kansas District sponsor three community gardens throughout the city that make garden plots available to over 100 local families. Every year, these families benefit from better tasting, more nutritious food, good exercise, and the camaraderie of community gardening.&nbsp;

Each garden plot has access to water and hoses are provided.&nbsp; Material such as straw or wood chips to mulch with is also provided (as it is available) as are wheelbarrows with which to move the mulch or other gardening materials.&nbsp; Gardeners themselves are responsible for all other tools and gardening supplies to care for their plot.

The largest of the Salina Community Garden sites is at the former&nbsp;Stimmel&nbsp;Elementary School.&nbsp; There are 64 garden plots at the&nbsp;Stimmel&nbsp;School site - each about 600 sq. ft. in size - and many are still available.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other garden sites include the Carver Center Community Garden and the Salina Emergency Aid Food Bank Community Garden.&nbsp; If you would like to use a community garden plot, come into the K-State Research &amp; Extension office to sign up.&nbsp; Available plots are first-come, first-served.&nbsp; 

To check on availability, you can also call the Extension office at 785-309-5850.&nbsp; The extension office is located on the K-State Salina campus in Salina at 2218&nbsp;Scanlan&nbsp;Avenue in the Extension Center building on the north side of campus.&nbsp; Look for our purple sign.&nbsp; 

The share of maintenance costs for each garden is $20 and must be paid when the plot is reserved.

It is always fun to see new folks enjoying the outdoors and making new friends around a common interest.&nbsp; Many even use their gardens for the benefit of others and enjoy sharing the fruit of their labor with other family or friends.&nbsp; Don’t let the lack of space in your backyard be an excuse any longer.&nbsp; You might find that a community garden plot and all its benefits are too good an opportunity to pass up.&nbsp; K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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 </figure>By JASON GRAVES Horticulture extension agent Growing a vegetable garden on one of the Salina Community Garden plots definitely has many benefits.&nbsp; For many people one of the biggest benefits is simply more space.&nbsp; Many city backyards may have shade trees or other obstacles that make growing a nice garden difficult.&nbsp;&nbsp; In these situations, a community garden plot may offer the perfect solution.&nbsp;Fortunately, here in Salina we have community gardens that offer great gardening opportunities for many residents.&nbsp; Each year the City of Salina and K-State Research and Extension-Central Kansas District sponsor three community gardens throughout the city that make garden plots available to over 100 local families. Every year, these families benefit from better tasting, more nutritious food, good exercise, and the camaraderie of community gardening.&nbsp;Each garden plot has access to water and hoses are provided.&nbsp; Material such as straw or wood chips to mulch with is also provided (as it is available) as are wheelbarrows with which to move the mulch or other gardening materials.&nbsp; Gardeners themselves are responsible for all other tools and gardening supplies to care for their plot.The largest of the Salina Community Garden sites is at the former&nbsp;Stimmel&nbsp;Elementary School.&nbsp; There are 64 garden plots at the&nbsp;Stimmel&nbsp;School site - each about 600 sq. ft. in size - and many are still available.&nbsp;&nbsp; Other garden sites include the Carver Center Community Garden and the Salina Emergency Aid Food Bank Community Garden.&nbsp; If you would like to use a community garden plot, come into the K-State Research &amp; Extension office to sign up.&nbsp; Available plots are first-come, first-served.&nbsp; To check on availability, you can also call the Extension office at 785-309-5850.&nbsp; The extension office is located on the K-State Salina campus in Salina at 2218&nbsp;Scanlan&nbsp;Avenue in the Extension Center building on the north side of campus.&nbsp; Look for our purple sign.&nbsp; The share of maintenance costs for each garden is $20 and must be paid when the plot is reserved.It is always fun to see new folks enjoying the outdoors and making new friends around a common interest.&nbsp; Many even use their gardens for the benefit of others and enjoy sharing the fruit of their labor with other family or friends.&nbsp; Don’t let the lack of space in your backyard be an excuse any longer.&nbsp; You might find that a community garden plot and all its benefits are too good an opportunity to pass up.&nbsp; K-State Research and Extension is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Salina Community Garden plots now available for 2023 season

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

See what's new this week at the Salina Public Library at:

*** <a href="http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&amp;p=5578-491&amp;fbclid=IwAR2A2fHZTlUrEbRB7AMLVaTb5JrF5Yxl-KyP7l2S36McxZnqBKLJNsTTJhI" target="_blank">http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&amp;p=5578-491</a> ***

There are 32 new movies, 31 new music CDs, and six new books. The new movies this week include "A Man Called Otto," "Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist," and "The Whale."&nbsp;&nbsp;

From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary">Salina Public Library Facebook page</a>:See what's new this week at the Salina Public Library at:*** <a href="http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&amp;p=5578-491&amp;fbclid=IwAR2A2fHZTlUrEbRB7AMLVaTb5JrF5Yxl-KyP7l2S36McxZnqBKLJNsTTJhI" target="_blank">http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&amp;p=5578-491</a> ***There are 32 new movies, 31 new music CDs, and six new books. The new movies this week include "A Man Called Otto," "Left Behind: Rise of the Antichrist," and "The Whale."&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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On Jan. 19, Salina police officers took a report of a subject attempting to pass a forged check at Bennington State Bank, 2130 S. Ohio Street.

On Jan. 17, a male suspect entered the bank and attempted to pass a check. The teller believed the check was suspicious and after researching the account, it was learned the check was fraudulent. It was later determined the ID the suspect provided to pass the check was also fraudulent.

If you have any information concerning this incident or identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS. You can also make an online tip at: <a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#</a>. You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000. Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, or Officer Weis, case 2023-1803.

CrimestoppersOn Jan. 19, Salina police officers took a report of a subject attempting to pass a forged check at Bennington State Bank, 2130 S. Ohio Street.<figure>
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 </figure>On Jan. 17, a male suspect entered the bank and attempted to pass a check. The teller believed the check was suspicious and after researching the account, it was learned the check was fraudulent. It was later determined the ID the suspect provided to pass the check was also fraudulent.If you have any information concerning this incident or identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS. You can also make an online tip at: <a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#</a>. You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000. Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, or Officer Weis, case 2023-1803.

Crimestoppers seeks tips about forged check attempt at Salina bank

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Homestead Ministries will host a free informational/fundraising event on April 27 to celebrate the local chapter in Salina. 

Homestead Ministries is a recovery and transitional program for adult, female survivors of sex trafficking. The Salina chapter of Homestead has been in operation for almost two years.

This informational/fundraising event will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn at 3320 S. Ninth Street in Salina. Doors open at 6 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. The program begins at 7 p.m.

This is a free event, however, reservations are requested for the meal at www.homesteadministry.org . Walk-ins are welcome.

All proceeds from the event will be used to fund the Salina chapter of the Homestead which provides hope, healing, and career training to sex trafficking survivors!

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 </figure>Homestead MinistriesHomestead Ministries will host a free informational/fundraising event on April 27 to celebrate the local chapter in Salina. Homestead Ministries is a recovery and transitional program for adult, female survivors of sex trafficking. The Salina chapter of Homestead has been in operation for almost two years.This informational/fundraising event will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn at 3320 S. Ninth Street in Salina. Doors open at 6 p.m. with dinner at 6:30 p.m. The program begins at 7 p.m.This is a free event, however, reservations are requested for the meal at www.homesteadministry.org . Walk-ins are welcome.All proceeds from the event will be used to fund the Salina chapter of the Homestead which provides hope, healing, and career training to sex trafficking survivors!

Homestead Ministries plans info, fundraising event April 27

Do you want to be part of creating a better experience where you live, work and play? Why not grow with a company where you are not just an employee, but where you can be an owner?&nbsp;

The North Platte Media Center at Eagle Communications is seeking a news director to help grow our newsgathering and publishing operations for our local radio properties and market-leading news site. We are looking for a journalist who understands and loves the local relationship with — and responsibility to —&nbsp;their community and audience.

This position will be an integral part of the day-to-day newsgathering operations for the North Platte and Ogallala coverage area for our five radio stations and NorthPlattePost.com. Collaboration is key at Eagle, and the news director will work closely with the operations manager, market manager, marketing consultants, programmers, and the video team. &nbsp;

Compensation is commensurate with experience along with a competitive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), paid vacation and Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal history background check and motor vehicle check. Eagle Communications is an Employee-Owned company and an EEO employer.

<a href="https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=7c09ab04-f576-4f5a-bdb8-f914cdd1f344&amp;ccId=19000101_000001&amp;jobId=454725&amp;lang=en_US&amp;source=EN">APPLY HERE</a>

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 </figure>Do you want to be part of creating a better experience where you live, work and play? Why not grow with a company where you are not just an employee, but where you can be an owner?&nbsp;The North Platte Media Center at Eagle Communications is seeking a news director to help grow our newsgathering and publishing operations for our local radio properties and market-leading news site. We are looking for a journalist who understands and loves the local relationship with — and responsibility to —&nbsp;their community and audience.This position will be an integral part of the day-to-day newsgathering operations for the North Platte and Ogallala coverage area for our five radio stations and NorthPlattePost.com. Collaboration is key at Eagle, and the news director will work closely with the operations manager, market manager, marketing consultants, programmers, and the video team. &nbsp;Responsibilities:<ol>
 <li>Ensure reliable coverage of North Platte-area local news, and community events</li><li>Guide and promote creativity and good programming practices with on-air and digital peers</li><li>Broadcast news coverage&nbsp;</li><li>Publish text, visual and&nbsp;audio content&nbsp;to NorthPlattePost.com</li><li>Help maintain a growing&nbsp;social&nbsp;media presence on North Platte Post Facebook page, being responsive to posts and messages</li><li>Providing Talent for Live Broadcasts for our clients</li><li>Handling Severe Weather Coverage for our county coverage area in North Platte and Ogallala Region</li><li>Attend City Council and community meetings as needed in North Platte and Ogallala</li>
 </ol>Experience:<ol>
 <li>News writing and on-air experience preferred; photography and video skills a plus</li><li>Knowledge of social media platforms and ability to learn Eagle’s proprietary content management system</li><li>Knowledge of radio production preferred</li><li>Excellent communication skills</li>
 </ol>Compensation:Compensation is commensurate with experience along with a competitive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), paid vacation and Employee Stock Ownership Plan.Other Information:&nbsp;Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The selected candidate will be required to pass a criminal history background check and motor vehicle check. Eagle Communications is an Employee-Owned company and an EEO employer.<a href="https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=7c09ab04-f576-4f5a-bdb8-f914cdd1f344&amp;ccId=19000101_000001&amp;jobId=454725&amp;lang=en_US&amp;source=EN">APPLY HERE</a>

Eagle seeks news director for Nebraska communities

From Wednesday through Friday, APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Division of Salina will continue lane closures to adjust manholes to match the recent resurfacing: the inside lanes of Ohio at the Iron intersection; and all of the left turn lanes at the Ohio and Iron intersection.

Through traffic in all directions is urged to avoid the area altogether or proceed with caution for the safety of the crews performing the work. 

The work is part of last year's $965,000 ultrathin bonded asphalt surfacing project, which was a major part of the City of Salina's $4.7 million street maintenance capital improvement program.

City of SalinaFrom Wednesday through Friday, APAC-Kansas, Inc., Shears Division of Salina will continue lane closures to adjust manholes to match the recent resurfacing: the inside lanes of Ohio at the Iron intersection; and all of the left turn lanes at the Ohio and Iron intersection.Through traffic in all directions is urged to avoid the area altogether or proceed with caution for the safety of the crews performing the work. The work is part of last year's $965,000 ultrathin bonded asphalt surfacing project, which was a major part of the City of Salina's $4.7 million street maintenance capital improvement program.

City of Salina: Iron-Ohio manhole adjustments continue

Salina Family Healthcare Center has a new mobile medical unit and they want you to see it!

The new mobile medical unit will allow the SFHC's outreach team to travel and offer medical services without patients needing to go to the SFHC facility at 651 E. Prescott Road or even leave rural communities, SFHC noted in a news release.

The public is invited to participate in a walk-through tour of the mobile medical unit on Saturday. 

From noon to 3 p.m., the unit will be in the south parking lot of the Central Mall, 2259 S. Ninth Street, near the former J.C. Penney location. 

From 4-6 p.m., the mobile medical unit will be at Dillons, 1201 W. Crawford, for Souper Bowl of Hope, in collaboration with the Salina Emergency Aid Food Bank. The public is encouraged to bring cans of soup for the food bank.

"The outreach department at SFHC is excited to bring even more services to the community via this ADA-accessible mobile unit! We look forward to providing basic medical care, limited acute care, and offering support to people with chronic diseases like diabetes and COPD. Additionally, through our community partnerships, the outreach team can connect people with resources they may not be aware of," said Kelli Bowles, outreach nurse.

People who are not able to attend the Saturday tours are encouraged to follow the Salina Family Healthcare Center's Facebook page for the mobile medical unit's next scheduled community locations and events.

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTSalina Family Healthcare Center has a new mobile medical unit and they want you to see it!The new mobile medical unit will allow the SFHC's outreach team to travel and offer medical services without patients needing to go to the SFHC facility at 651 E. Prescott Road or even leave rural communities, SFHC noted in a news release.The public is invited to participate in a walk-through tour of the mobile medical unit on Saturday. From noon to 3 p.m., the unit will be in the south parking lot of the Central Mall, 2259 S. Ninth Street, near the former J.C. Penney location. From 4-6 p.m., the mobile medical unit will be at Dillons, 1201 W. Crawford, for Souper Bowl of Hope, in collaboration with the Salina Emergency Aid Food Bank. The public is encouraged to bring cans of soup for the food bank."The outreach department at SFHC is excited to bring even more services to the community via this ADA-accessible mobile unit! We look forward to providing basic medical care, limited acute care, and offering support to people with chronic diseases like diabetes and COPD. Additionally, through our community partnerships, the outreach team can connect people with resources they may not be aware of," said Kelli Bowles, outreach nurse.People who are not able to attend the Saturday tours are encouraged to follow the Salina Family Healthcare Center's Facebook page for the mobile medical unit's next scheduled community locations and events.

SFHC's new mobile medical unit available for public tours on Saturday

TOPEKA—The Kansas Supreme Court will conduct a special evening session April 11 in Concordia as part of its ongoing outreach to familiarize Kansans with the court, its work, and the overall role of the Kansas judiciary.

The court will be in session from 6:30 p.m. to about 8 p.m. April 11 at Concordia High School, 436 W 10th Street. It will be the Supreme Court’s first visit to Concordia in the court’s 162-year history.

The public is invited to attend the special session to observe the court as it hears oral arguments in two cases to be announced soon. After the hearing concludes, the justices will greet the public in an informal reception.

"Special sessions give Kansans an up-close look at how the judicial branch works," Chief Justice Marla Luckert said. "Watching an appellate argument helps people understand how courts resolve disputes and the steps that are taken to make sure court proceedings are fair and case resolution is based on a correct application of the law.”

Luckert said people generally understand the trial process because they may have been in a local courtroom as a juror or witness, or they may know someone who has been in court. But fewer people have seen an appellate court in action.&nbsp;

"Bringing arguments to communities throughout Kansas gives everyone the opportunity to learn how the Kansas Supreme Court decides cases," she said. "People who come to watch and meet us afterward tell us they gained a better understanding of the Kansas judicial system and its constitutional responsibility to fairly and impartially resolve disputes."

The Supreme Court has conducted special sessions outside its Topeka courtroom since 2011, when it marked the state's 150th anniversary by convening in the historic Supreme Court courtroom in the Kansas Statehouse. Since then, the court has conducted special sessions in Colby, El Dorado, Emporia, Garden City, Great Bend, Greensburg, Hays, Hiawatha, Hutchinson, Kansas City, Lawrence, Manhattan, Overland Park, Parsons, Pittsburg, Salina, Topeka, Wichita, and Winfield.

Details about the court's visit to Concordia are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/pwRW8dsJaEiiA2ra2YPg6J6mh3Lq2ZgaU47mbdBrN0M" target="_blank">www.kscourts.org/travel-docket</a>.﻿

Kansas Judicial BranchTOPEKA—The Kansas Supreme Court will conduct a special evening session April 11 in Concordia as part of its ongoing outreach to familiarize Kansans with the court, its work, and the overall role of the Kansas judiciary.The court will be in session from 6:30 p.m. to about 8 p.m. April 11 at Concordia High School, 436 W 10th Street. It will be the Supreme Court’s first visit to Concordia in the court’s 162-year history.The public is invited to attend the special session to observe the court as it hears oral arguments in two cases to be announced soon. After the hearing concludes, the justices will greet the public in an informal reception."Special sessions give Kansans an up-close look at how the judicial branch works," Chief Justice Marla Luckert said. "Watching an appellate argument helps people understand how courts resolve disputes and the steps that are taken to make sure court proceedings are fair and case resolution is based on a correct application of the law.”Luckert said people generally understand the trial process because they may have been in a local courtroom as a juror or witness, or they may know someone who has been in court. But fewer people have seen an appellate court in action.&nbsp;"Bringing arguments to communities throughout Kansas gives everyone the opportunity to learn how the Kansas Supreme Court decides cases," she said. "People who come to watch and meet us afterward tell us they gained a better understanding of the Kansas judicial system and its constitutional responsibility to fairly and impartially resolve disputes."The Supreme Court has conducted special sessions outside its Topeka courtroom since 2011, when it marked the state's 150th anniversary by convening in the historic Supreme Court courtroom in the Kansas Statehouse. Since then, the court has conducted special sessions in Colby, El Dorado, Emporia, Garden City, Great Bend, Greensburg, Hays, Hiawatha, Hutchinson, Kansas City, Lawrence, Manhattan, Overland Park, Parsons, Pittsburg, Salina, Topeka, Wichita, and Winfield.Details about the court's visit to Concordia are available at&nbsp;<a href="https://kansascourts.org/l/pwRW8dsJaEiiA2ra2YPg6J6mh3Lq2ZgaU47mbdBrN0M" target="_blank">www.kscourts.org/travel-docket</a>.﻿

KS Supreme Court to conduct special evening session in Concordia

State Street between N. Brookville Road and N. Hedville Road will be under construction for crossroad pipe rehabilitations beginning Feb. 13. 

Short sections of State Street will be reduced to one-lane traffic during daylight hours only. Traffic will be directed through the construction zone via a construction flagger or yield signs. 

Saline CountyState Street between N. Brookville Road and N. Hedville Road will be under construction for crossroad pipe rehabilitations beginning Feb. 13. Short sections of State Street will be reduced to one-lane traffic during daylight hours only. Traffic will be directed through the construction zone via a construction flagger or yield signs. The public should expect minor delays.

Saline County to close part of State Street for crossroad pipe work

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There are 16 new bestsellers, 44 new movies, eight new audiobooks, 148 new children's books, and 160 other new books. The new bestsellers this week include "Chain of Thorns," "My Hero Academia, Vol. 33," and "The Bill of Obligations: The Ten Habits of Good Citizens." The new movies this week include "The Walking Dead: Season 11," "Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody," and "Strange World."&nbsp;&nbsp;

From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/salinapubliclibrary">Salina Public Library Facebook page</a>:See what's new this week at the Salina Public Library at:*** <a href="http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&amp;p=5578-490&amp;fbclid=IwAR0UC-CpfTFbF5x7pfvsCxKboRX0KMMjd2w_isNQbopAa1w-CXPW4aNpw5M" target="_blank">http://wowbrary.org/nu.aspx?fb&amp;p=5578-490</a> ***There are 16 new bestsellers, 44 new movies, eight new audiobooks, 148 new children's books, and 160 other new books. The new bestsellers this week include "Chain of Thorns," "My Hero Academia, Vol. 33," and "The Bill of Obligations: The Ten Habits of Good Citizens." The new movies this week include "The Walking Dead: Season 11," "Whitney Houston: I Wanna Dance with Somebody," and "Strange World."&nbsp;&nbsp;<figure>
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Between Feb. 2 and Feb. 3, between the hours of 5:30 p.m. and 8:30 a.m.&nbsp;unknown suspect(s) forced entry into a locked storage unit in the 2100 block of E. North Street in rural Saline County. 

Once inside, the suspect(s) stole seven reels of No. 4 copper. The copper stolen was stored on green plastic reels.

Total loss and damage are estimated at $1,100.

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 $1000 and you are not required to give your name.

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Crimestoppers seeks tips about stolen copper

Greater Salina Community Foundation

As a local youth baseball coach, Jason Wells has seen families struggle to support their child’s love of the game, due to the rising cost of youth sports.

“Equipment, uniforms, league fees and tournament fees can make baseball an expensive youth sport,” said Wells. “Our team does whatever it can to keep costs reasonable, yet there has always been a significant fee per player to participate.”

This issue is not new. In 2000, longtime youth baseball coach Larry Britegam wanted to help families who struggle with the financial demands of organized sports, so he established the Youth Baseball Fund at the Greater Salina Community Foundation. This fund, along with the community foundation’s Sunflower Softball Fund, provides support for local youth who want to participate in baseball or softball but are limited by a lack of funds. Grants may be used to cover registration fees, tournament fees, equipment, uniforms, and clinics.

“This fund truly has an impact on the kids that love baseball and need some financial help to participate,” Wells said. “While most of these kids will never earn a baseball scholarship, they may create experiences and friendships they will remember the rest of their lives.”

Since the baseball and softball funds were started, 248 young baseball and softball players in the Salina area have received a combined total of $69,311.40.

“I would like to thank all those who put forth the time and money to keep this fund going,” Wells said. “Thanks for helping kids in Salina have an opportunity to be a part of these teams.”

This season, $13,000 is available for baseball and more than $3,000 is available for softball. Applications open Feb. 1, with deadlines of Feb. 15, March 15, April 15 and May 15, 2023. Funding will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and decisions will be announced after each grant deadline.

Apply online at <a href="http://gscf.org/search-apply-for-a-grant/">http://gscf.org/search-apply-for-a-grant/</a>.

Greater Salina Community FoundationAs a local youth baseball coach, Jason Wells has seen families struggle to support their child’s love of the game, due to the rising cost of youth sports.“Equipment, uniforms, league fees and tournament fees can make baseball an expensive youth sport,” said Wells. “Our team does whatever it can to keep costs reasonable, yet there has always been a significant fee per player to participate.”This issue is not new. In 2000, longtime youth baseball coach Larry Britegam wanted to help families who struggle with the financial demands of organized sports, so he established the Youth Baseball Fund at the Greater Salina Community Foundation. This fund, along with the community foundation’s Sunflower Softball Fund, provides support for local youth who want to participate in baseball or softball but are limited by a lack of funds. Grants may be used to cover registration fees, tournament fees, equipment, uniforms, and clinics.“This fund truly has an impact on the kids that love baseball and need some financial help to participate,” Wells said. “While most of these kids will never earn a baseball scholarship, they may create experiences and friendships they will remember the rest of their lives.”Since the baseball and softball funds were started, 248 young baseball and softball players in the Salina area have received a combined total of $69,311.40.“I would like to thank all those who put forth the time and money to keep this fund going,” Wells said. “Thanks for helping kids in Salina have an opportunity to be a part of these teams.”This season, $13,000 is available for baseball and more than $3,000 is available for softball. Applications open Feb. 1, with deadlines of Feb. 15, March 15, April 15 and May 15, 2023. Funding will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and decisions will be announced after each grant deadline.Apply online at <a href="http://gscf.org/search-apply-for-a-grant/">http://gscf.org/search-apply-for-a-grant/</a>.

Youth baseball and softball grants available for 2023 season

Attention brides: Have you pre-registered yet for the Salina Wedding Fair? 

The Wedding Fair is scheduled for noon to 4 p.m. Sunday in Tony's Pizza Events Center, 800 The Midway. 

Brides who preregister will be entered for a chance to win a special prize. Just click on the large Salina Wedding Fair ad at the top of <a href="http://SalinaPost.com">SalinaPost.com</a> and complete your pre-registration.

Booths will be open from noon-2:30 p.m. and are scheduled to include the following.

A fashion show, featuring Hair Affaire and Schoen's Bridal World, is scheduled to begin at 2:45 p.m.

Following the fashion show, the grand prize - laser hair removal valued at $1,500 courtesy presenting sponsor Salina Medical Esthetics - will be presented.

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTAttention brides: Have you pre-registered yet for the Salina Wedding Fair? The Wedding Fair is scheduled for noon to 4 p.m. Sunday in Tony's Pizza Events Center, 800 The Midway. Brides who preregister will be entered for a chance to win a special prize. Just click on the large Salina Wedding Fair ad at the top of <a href="http://SalinaPost.com">SalinaPost.com</a> and complete your pre-registration.Booths will be open from noon-2:30 p.m. and are scheduled to include the following.785 Med SpaPastries by RachelComplete MusicSchoen’s Bridal WorldSomething BorrowedKansas Beach HospitalityFirst bank KansasRiddles JewelryHair AffaireBrooklyn &amp; CoMontrose KitchenTumbleweedUnity HollowLasting MemoriesPruvit KetonesWhiskey wagonGypsy PonyA fashion show, featuring Hair Affaire and Schoen's Bridal World, is scheduled to begin at 2:45 p.m.Following the fashion show, the grand prize - laser hair removal valued at $1,500 courtesy presenting sponsor Salina Medical Esthetics - will be presented.

Salina Wedding Fair Sunday; brides, have you pre-registered?

From the Salina Public Library Facebook page:

Share your artwork with your community! Apply now to display your art in our Gallery 708 here: <a href="https://salinapubliclibrary.org/programs-services/artists-authors/gallery-708/?fbclid=IwAR2NvZtv4bn-a-oczAtFkgnmQ3hkdB2ethewjmkEm8eRE4ICCNA-aHUsIsc" target="_blank">https://salinapubliclibrary.org/.../artists.../gallery-708/</a>

From the Salina Public Library Facebook page:Share your artwork with your community! Apply now to display your art in our Gallery 708 here: <a href="https://salinapubliclibrary.org/programs-services/artists-authors/gallery-708/?fbclid=IwAR2NvZtv4bn-a-oczAtFkgnmQ3hkdB2ethewjmkEm8eRE4ICCNA-aHUsIsc" target="_blank">https://salinapubliclibrary.org/.../artists.../gallery-708/</a><figure>
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Salina Dental Arts announced today that it still has openings for the Give Kids a Smile Program.

On Friday, Salina Dental Arts, 1829 S. Ohio Street, is offering Kansas children free dental screenings, cleanings, and education as a part of the Give Kids a Smile program. 

Children must be between the ages of 3-12 years of age

Parents/guardians are asked to call Salina Dental Arts at 785-823-2472 to schedule children's appointments. All patients will be reserved and scheduled on a first come first serve basis.

Give Kids a Smile is an ADA Foundation program that brings dentists and other volunteers together to provide screenings, cleanings and education to underserved children throughout the United States, according to information from Salina Dental Arts. The program began as a one-day event each February but has since grown to local and national events year-round serving approximately 350,000 to 400,000 children each year.

Salina Dental Arts noted that while many children are enrolled in Medicaid and visiting the dentist at increasing rates, there are still many children who do not see a dentist at all.

Across the nation this year there will be an estimated 1,500 events where nearly 40,000 dentists, dental team members, and other volunteers come together for Give Kids a Smile 

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTSalina Dental Arts announced today that it still has openings for the Give Kids a Smile Program.On Friday, Salina Dental Arts, 1829 S. Ohio Street, is offering Kansas children free dental screenings, cleanings, and education as a part of the Give Kids a Smile program. Children must be between the ages of 3-12 years of ageParents/guardians are asked to call Salina Dental Arts at 785-823-2472 to schedule children's appointments. All patients will be reserved and scheduled on a first come first serve basis.Give Kids a Smile is an ADA Foundation program that brings dentists and other volunteers together to provide screenings, cleanings and education to underserved children throughout the United States, according to information from Salina Dental Arts. The program began as a one-day event each February but has since grown to local and national events year-round serving approximately 350,000 to 400,000 children each year.Salina Dental Arts noted that while many children are enrolled in Medicaid and visiting the dentist at increasing rates, there are still many children who do not see a dentist at all.Across the nation this year there will be an estimated 1,500 events where nearly 40,000 dentists, dental team members, and other volunteers come together for Give Kids a Smile

Salina Dental Arts offering free children's screenings, cleanings

Students will spend one week at KHP Training Academy

High school students interested in law enforcement will have the opportunity this summer to see what law enforcement training and careers are like through the Cadet Law Enforcement Academy program. The Cadet Law program is hosted by the Patrol and sponsored by the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary. Cadet Law will be held from June 11-June 16.

Cadet Law gives young men and women the opportunity to learn about the duties, training, and discipline that go along with a career in law enforcement. Students will learn a great deal about leadership, and about coming together as a team.

“KHP has a great relationship with the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary. By working together, this program gives us the opportunity to help high school students understand and appreciate the law enforcement field. While at the Kansas Highway Patrol Training Academy, they will get the opportunity to experience some of the training that law enforcement officers receive,” said Patrol Superintendent, Colonel Herman Jones.

Students at Cadet Law are instructed by KHP Troopers who will help develop and encourage the students, mentoring them throughout the week of Cadet Law.

Cadet Law participants will experience classroom instruction, and the real-world activities of a Trooper. Cadets will go to the firing range and practice pursuit driving at the driving range. They will also get the opportunity to ride with the Patrol’s pilots in agency aircraft and see presentations from the Patrol’s canine handlers. Physical training and attention to detail are both emphasized throughout the duration of the program.

In order for a student to be eligible to attend Cadet Law, students must be a high school student entering their Senior year or a student that has just graduated.&nbsp; They must also have a “C+” academic average. Students must be deemed medically fit to participate in all activities. Students will need to fill out an application to attend, including writing a brief essay on why they would like to participate in the program. Applications are due by March 31, 2023. Contact the American Legion at (785) 232-9315 for an application and further information.&nbsp; There is a $50 application fee for the cadet, and there is a $300 sponsorship fee by the local American Legion Post or American Legion Auxiliary Post. Lodging, food, and uniform are provided for the week. More information and the application for Cadet Law can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://kansaslegion.org/196-2">Cadet Law Enforcement Academy – Kansas Department of The American Legion</a>

<h2>Students will spend one week at KHP Training Academy</h2>KHPHigh school students interested in law enforcement will have the opportunity this summer to see what law enforcement training and careers are like through the Cadet Law Enforcement Academy program. The Cadet Law program is hosted by the Patrol and sponsored by the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary. Cadet Law will be held from June 11-June 16.Cadet Law gives young men and women the opportunity to learn about the duties, training, and discipline that go along with a career in law enforcement. Students will learn a great deal about leadership, and about coming together as a team.“KHP has a great relationship with the American Legion and the American Legion Auxiliary. By working together, this program gives us the opportunity to help high school students understand and appreciate the law enforcement field. While at the Kansas Highway Patrol Training Academy, they will get the opportunity to experience some of the training that law enforcement officers receive,” said Patrol Superintendent, Colonel Herman Jones.Students at Cadet Law are instructed by KHP Troopers who will help develop and encourage the students, mentoring them throughout the week of Cadet Law.Cadet Law participants will experience classroom instruction, and the real-world activities of a Trooper. Cadets will go to the firing range and practice pursuit driving at the driving range. They will also get the opportunity to ride with the Patrol’s pilots in agency aircraft and see presentations from the Patrol’s canine handlers. Physical training and attention to detail are both emphasized throughout the duration of the program.In order for a student to be eligible to attend Cadet Law, students must be a high school student entering their Senior year or a student that has just graduated.&nbsp; They must also have a “C+” academic average. Students must be deemed medically fit to participate in all activities. Students will need to fill out an application to attend, including writing a brief essay on why they would like to participate in the program. Applications are due by March 31, 2023. Contact the American Legion at (785) 232-9315 for an application and further information.&nbsp; There is a $50 application fee for the cadet, and there is a $300 sponsorship fee by the local American Legion Post or American Legion Auxiliary Post. Lodging, food, and uniform are provided for the week. More information and the application for Cadet Law can be found here:&nbsp;<a href="https://kansaslegion.org/196-2">Cadet Law Enforcement Academy – Kansas Department of The American Legion</a>

Cadet Law gives HS students experience in law enforcement world

The City of Salina is committed to protecting our environment by diverting waste from landfill disposal. 

Salina has a number of programs that provide convenient access for residents to recycle and reduce waste, including the Salina Drive-thru Recycling Center (SDRC), the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Facility and special waste collection events such as the electronic waste drop-off event in early May. The city is also partnering with organizations and private companies to expand recycling and waste diversion opportunities for residents and businesses in Saline County.

The City of Salina is currently developing a strategic plan to divert further waste from the landfill via Reduce, Reuse and Recycle possibilities to enhance our commitment to protecting the environment and advance sustainability in Saline County. The planning process for this strategic plan includes an online survey that gives Saline County residents and business owners the opportunity to provide input on the priorities and initiatives that should be included in the plan. The city is asking for your opinion via an online survey here: <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SLNWaste">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SLNWaste</a>; the survey should take less than five minutes to complete and will be open from today to March 3, 2023.

Thank you for making Salina and Saline County more sustainable.

City of SalinaThe City of Salina is committed to protecting our environment by diverting waste from landfill disposal. Salina has a number of programs that provide convenient access for residents to recycle and reduce waste, including the Salina Drive-thru Recycling Center (SDRC), the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Facility and special waste collection events such as the electronic waste drop-off event in early May. The city is also partnering with organizations and private companies to expand recycling and waste diversion opportunities for residents and businesses in Saline County.The City of Salina is currently developing a strategic plan to divert further waste from the landfill via Reduce, Reuse and Recycle possibilities to enhance our commitment to protecting the environment and advance sustainability in Saline County. The planning process for this strategic plan includes an online survey that gives Saline County residents and business owners the opportunity to provide input on the priorities and initiatives that should be included in the plan. The city is asking for your opinion via an online survey here: <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SLNWaste">https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SLNWaste</a>; the survey should take less than five minutes to complete and will be open from today to March 3, 2023.Thank you for making Salina and Saline County more sustainable.

City of Salina's online waste reduction survey is now live 

UPDATE 10:45 a.m. Tuesday: According to information received from the Salina Police Department this morning, the below Crimestoppers story provided to Salina media on Friday is no longer a criminal investigation. Salina Police Sergeant Kyle Tonniges told Salina Post this morning that "there were some errors made in the paperwork at the scrap yard and we were able to determine there was not a crime committed."

On Jan. 18, officers with the Salina Police Department received a report of an identity theft at Dillon’s, 1235 E. Cloud Street in Salina. 

The victim learned a check had been cashed at the business in her name without her knowledge.

The investigation revealed the suspect had sold property at a local Salina scrap yard. The suspect provided personal identifying information for the victim and was given a check as payment. Video surveillance from Dillon’s shows a male suspect cashing the check.

If you have any information concerning this incident or identification of the individual involved, call Crimestoppers at 825-TIPS. You can also make an online tip at: <a href="https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#">https://www.p3tips.com/tipform.aspx?ID=950#</a>. You may receive a cash reward of up to $1,000. Tipsters may also contact the Salina Police Department at (785) 826-7210, or Officer Grisham, case 2023-1706.

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UPDATE: Crimestoppers case no longer a criminal investigation

CONCORDIA - Cloud County Community College will offer a non-credit community education class film study course through the Workforce Development and Outreach Department in February and March. 

These classes will meet on Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. in Cook Theatre at Cloud County Community College, 2221 Campus Drive in Concordia. Enrollment is free and open to the public (suggested ages from high school through adult). Brenton Phillips, Dean of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Business, will introduce the films and lead a discussion after the movies are shown.&nbsp;

The course is “Thinking the Unthinkable: Nuclear Nightmares and Cold War Paranoia Films of the Early 1960s” and examines six influential films in years surrounding the Cuban Missile Crisis when tensions were at a fever-pitch between the US and the Soviet Union.

Feb. 9:&nbsp; Fail-Safe (1964) – A mechanical glitch brings the US and the Soviet Union to the brink of the abyss.

Feb. 16:&nbsp; Dr. Strangelove: Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964):&nbsp; – A “black comedy” that satirizes the absurdity of the nuclear age.

Feb. 23:&nbsp;On the Beach (1959) – The world’s last survivors of a nuclear holocaust await the deadly cloud of radioactive fallout to reach them in Australia.

March 9:&nbsp;Ladybug, Ladybug (1963) – Based on a true story about a group of schoolchildren and their teachers facing an atomic attack alert.

March 23:&nbsp;The Manchurian Candidate (1962) – After the Korean War, a squad of US soldiers who had been POWs begin having nightmares and learn they had been subject to brainwashing by the enemy.

March 30:&nbsp;Seven Days in May (1964) – An Army colonel uncovers a plot by generals, admirals, and politicians to take over the US government when they decide the President is weak.

“Even though these films are 60 years old, they still have relevance. For one thing, even though they may be fictional and sometimes represent their subjects inaccurately, they served then to shake people out of their complacency and to come to terms with what Twilight Zone creator Rod Serling described as ‘what man has deeded to himself,’” said Phillips.

“Today their relevance continues because the threat of nuclear war still hangs over us, especially with Vladimir Putin’s nuke threats against The Ukraine and the West and rogue states like North Korea and Iran driving to develop nuclear weapons and delivery systems. And on January 24, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moved its Doomsday Clock to 90 seconds before midnight, the closest to midnight the clock has been since its inception in 1947.”

Future film courses Phillips plans are Screwball Comedies, Film Noir, Courtroom Drama, Military Justice, Science Fiction, and Baseball, as well as Old &amp; New: Classic Films and Their Remakes.

CCCCCONCORDIA - Cloud County Community College will offer a non-credit community education class film study course through the Workforce Development and Outreach Department in February and March. These classes will meet on Thursdays from 7-9 p.m. in Cook Theatre at Cloud County Community College, 2221 Campus Drive in Concordia. Enrollment is free and open to the public (suggested ages from high school through adult). Brenton Phillips, Dean of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Business, will introduce the films and lead a discussion after the movies are shown.&nbsp;The course is “Thinking the Unthinkable: Nuclear Nightmares and Cold War Paranoia Films of the Early 1960s” and examines six influential films in years surrounding the Cuban Missile Crisis when tensions were at a fever-pitch between the US and the Soviet Union.Feb. 9:&nbsp; Fail-Safe (1964) – A mechanical glitch brings the US and the Soviet Union to the brink of the abyss.Feb. 16:&nbsp; Dr. Strangelove: Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964):&nbsp; – A “black comedy” that satirizes the absurdity of the nuclear age.Feb. 23:&nbsp;On the Beach (1959) – The world’s last survivors of a nuclear holocaust await the deadly cloud of radioactive fallout to reach them in Australia.March 9:&nbsp;Ladybug, Ladybug (1963) – Based on a true story about a group of schoolchildren and their teachers facing an atomic attack alert.March 23:&nbsp;The Manchurian Candidate (1962) – After the Korean War, a squad of US soldiers who had been POWs begin having nightmares and learn they had been subject to brainwashing by the enemy.March 30:&nbsp;Seven Days in May (1964) – An Army colonel uncovers a plot by generals, admirals, and politicians to take over the US government when they decide the President is weak.“Even though these films are 60 years old, they still have relevance. For one thing, even though they may be fictional and sometimes represent their subjects inaccurately, they served then to shake people out of their complacency and to come to terms with what Twilight Zone creator Rod Serling described as ‘what man has deeded to himself,’” said Phillips.“Today their relevance continues because the threat of nuclear war still hangs over us, especially with Vladimir Putin’s nuke threats against The Ukraine and the West and rogue states like North Korea and Iran driving to develop nuclear weapons and delivery systems. And on January 24, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists moved its Doomsday Clock to 90 seconds before midnight, the closest to midnight the clock has been since its inception in 1947.”Future film courses Phillips plans are Screwball Comedies, Film Noir, Courtroom Drama, Military Justice, Science Fiction, and Baseball, as well as Old &amp; New: Classic Films and Their Remakes.

CCCC to offer non-credit community ed course on Cold War films

The Salina Senior Theatre Project has issued a casting call for its next production: Shenanigans at the Blue Pelican Inn.

Auditions, which are open to people ages 55 and older, are scheduled for 1 p.m. Thursday and Friday in the Salina Senior Center, 245 N. Ninth Street. Five female and three male roles are available.

Scripts can be picked up at the Salina Senior Center front desk between 8 a.m.-4:40 p.m.

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTThe Salina Senior Theatre Project has issued a casting call for its next production: Shenanigans at the Blue Pelican Inn.Auditions, which are open to people ages 55 and older, are scheduled for 1 p.m. Thursday and Friday in the Salina Senior Center, 245 N. Ninth Street. Five female and three male roles are available.Scripts can be picked up at the Salina Senior Center front desk between 8 a.m.-4:40 p.m.Production dates are April 21-22.For more information, call 785-827-9818.

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