Don't forget: volunteers are being sought for the annual Spring Spruce-up in Salina on Saturday.

The event is a volunteer community cleanup project at various sites across the city. This year, Spring Spruce-up is scheduled for 8 a.m. to noon.

According to information from the Friends of the River Foundation, the event coordinator, "volunteers are asked to meet at one of the volunteer worksites listed, wear appropriate shoes and clothes for the weather and something you do not mind getting dirty."

Tools will be provided at the worksites, however, volunteers are asked to bring their own work gloves.

Additionally, volunteers ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Ashby House&nbsp;- 150 S. Eighth Street Landscaping and campus cleanup

CHDO&nbsp;- 936 S. 10th Street Yard work

Arts &amp; Humanities&nbsp;- 730 Oakdale Drive at the Formal Garden Cleaning sculptures in Oakdale Park

Engineering&nbsp;- 336 S. Santa Fe Avenue Placing storm drain medallions, about trash in waterways

Parks &amp; Recreation&nbsp;- 1871 E. Magnolia Road Trimming, cleanup, and mulching the walking trail near the soccer complex

Friends of the River Foundation&nbsp;- 570 YMCA Drive, YMCA parking lot Trash cleanup at the Smoky Hill River

Intersection of N. Broadway Boulevard &amp; N. Ninth Street Cleanup landscaping at 5-Corners

Intersection of N. 12th Street and Hamilton Avenue Cleanup Dry Creek debris

Salina Downtown&nbsp;- 112-114 S. Santa Fe Avenue, between Strand Plaza and Borolo Grill back patio Clear weeds, debris, clean and add new mulch to planter beds

Salina Food Bank&nbsp;- 255 S. Chicago Street Weed, add soil and mulch, and plant garden beds. Build summer school garden box. Clean windows

Salina Rescue Mission&nbsp;- 1716 Summers Road Organize storage units, weed gardens and stain outdoor covers

The Temple&nbsp;- 336 S. Santa Fe Avenue, red north door Weed and plant flowers, and paint the bridal dressing room

In addition to the Spring Spruce-up events, the City of Salina is offering a free landfill day for all Saline County residents from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. April 29. The city landfill is located at 4292 S. Burma Road.

According to information from the city, landfill customers must have Saline County license plates on their vehicles for free disposal. Vehicles from other counties will be required to pay normal tipping fees. Commercial waste haulers will be given priority (standard rates apply).

"Customers are encouraged to use caution at all times, follow staff instructions, obey all signs, stay on approved roadways and be prepared for delays. A line is expected to form during this event and the number of customers will be limited at the disposal site and convenience area. Removal of any landfill property, including waste from other customers, is strictly prohibited," the city noted in a news release.

The following items will not be allowed at the landfill.

Items that will be accepted, but still subject to applicable tipping fees for all commercial and residential customers include the following.

●Commercial loads (including waste from residents that is anything other than normal household trash)

●Freon-containing items (Freon removal certification required)

●Roofing and other construction materials

●Waste requiring a Special Waste Permit from the KDHE

A listing of fees may be viewed on the city’s website:&nbsp;<a href="http://salina-ks.gov/landfill">salina-ks.gov/landfill</a>.

By SALINA POSTDon't forget: volunteers are being sought for the annual Spring Spruce-up in Salina on Saturday.The event is a volunteer community cleanup project at various sites across the city. This year, Spring Spruce-up is scheduled for 8 a.m. to noon.According to information from the Friends of the River Foundation, the event coordinator, "volunteers are asked to meet at one of the volunteer worksites listed, wear appropriate shoes and clothes for the weather and something you do not mind getting dirty."Tools will be provided at the worksites, however, volunteers are asked to bring their own work gloves.Additionally, volunteers ages 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.This year's worksites are as follows.Ashby House&nbsp;- 150 S. Eighth Street Landscaping and campus cleanupCHDO&nbsp;- 936 S. 10th Street Yard workCity of SalinaArts &amp; Humanities&nbsp;- 730 Oakdale Drive at the Formal Garden Cleaning sculptures in Oakdale ParkEngineering&nbsp;- 336 S. Santa Fe Avenue Placing storm drain medallions, about trash in waterwaysParks &amp; Recreation&nbsp;- 1871 E. Magnolia Road Trimming, cleanup, and mulching the walking trail near the soccer complexFriends of the River Foundation&nbsp;- 570 YMCA Drive, YMCA parking lot Trash cleanup at the Smoky Hill RiverNorth Town DistrictIntersection of N. Broadway Boulevard &amp; N. Ninth Street Cleanup landscaping at 5-CornersIntersection of N. 12th Street and Hamilton Avenue Cleanup Dry Creek debrisSalina Downtown&nbsp;- 112-114 S. Santa Fe Avenue, between Strand Plaza and Borolo Grill back patio Clear weeds, debris, clean and add new mulch to planter bedsSalina Food Bank&nbsp;- 255 S. Chicago Street Weed, add soil and mulch, and plant garden beds. Build summer school garden box. Clean windowsSalina Rescue Mission&nbsp;- 1716 Summers Road Organize storage units, weed gardens and stain outdoor coversThe Temple&nbsp;- 336 S. Santa Fe Avenue, red north door Weed and plant flowers, and paint the bridal dressing room<h2>Free landfill day</h2>In addition to the Spring Spruce-up events, the City of Salina is offering a free landfill day for all Saline County residents from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. April 29. The city landfill is located at 4292 S. Burma Road.According to information from the city, landfill customers must have Saline County license plates on their vehicles for free disposal. Vehicles from other counties will be required to pay normal tipping fees. Commercial waste haulers will be given priority (standard rates apply)."Customers are encouraged to use caution at all times, follow staff instructions, obey all signs, stay on approved roadways and be prepared for delays. A line is expected to form during this event and the number of customers will be limited at the disposal site and convenience area. Removal of any landfill property, including waste from other customers, is strictly prohibited," the city noted in a news release.The following items will not be allowed at the landfill.●Automobiles●Batteries●Corrosive waste●Explosives●Flammable waste●Hazardous waste●Liquid waste (including paint)●Machinery●Reactive waste●Storage tanks●Toxic waste●Vehicle or equipment wreckageItems that will be accepted, but still subject to applicable tipping fees for all commercial and residential customers include the following.●Brick●Concrete●Rock●Other aggregates●Commercial loads (including waste from residents that is anything other than normal household trash)●Freon-containing items (Freon removal certification required)●Roofing and other construction materials●Boats●Sheds●Trailers●Tires●Waste requiring a Special Waste Permit from the KDHEA listing of fees may be viewed on the city’s website:&nbsp;<a href="http://salina-ks.gov/landfill">salina-ks.gov/landfill</a>.

Salina Spring Spruce-up, free landfill day set for Saturday

ELLSWORTH COUNTY - Beginning Monday, the Kansas Department of Transportation will begin&nbsp;resurfacing about 15 miles of Kansas Highway 14 in Ellsworth County.

Work on K-14 will continue north from the Rice/Ellsworth County line to the south city limits of Ellsworth.

Flaggers and a pilot car will direct one 12-foot lane of traffic through the construction zone. Drivers should be prepared for a delay of up to 15 minutes and plan extra time in their travel schedules.&nbsp;

APAC-Kansas Inc. of Hutchinson is the prime contractor and has scheduled this $3.2 million project to be completed in July, weather permitting.

KDOT urges all motorists to be alert and obey the warning signs when approaching and driving through a highway work zone.&nbsp; To stay aware of all highway construction projects across Kansas, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kandrive.org/" target="_blank">www.kandrive.org</a>&nbsp;or call 5-1-1.

KDOTELLSWORTH COUNTY - Beginning Monday, the Kansas Department of Transportation will begin&nbsp;resurfacing about 15 miles of Kansas Highway 14 in Ellsworth County.Work on K-14 will continue north from the Rice/Ellsworth County line to the south city limits of Ellsworth.Flaggers and a pilot car will direct one 12-foot lane of traffic through the construction zone. Drivers should be prepared for a delay of up to 15 minutes and plan extra time in their travel schedules.&nbsp;APAC-Kansas Inc. of Hutchinson is the prime contractor and has scheduled this $3.2 million project to be completed in July, weather permitting.KDOT urges all motorists to be alert and obey the warning signs when approaching and driving through a highway work zone.&nbsp; To stay aware of all highway construction projects across Kansas, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kandrive.org/" target="_blank">www.kandrive.org</a>&nbsp;or call 5-1-1.

Resurfacing to begin Monday on K-14 in Ellsworth County

Beginning Monday, the City of Salina Public Works Department is repairing sections of pavement on N. Fifth Street between Pine Street and North Street. N. Fifth Street will be closed and traffic will be detoured around the construction by the way of N. Santa Fe Avenue.

Weather permitting, repairs are expected to be completed within one to two days.

City of SalinaBeginning Monday, the City of Salina Public Works Department is repairing sections of pavement on N. Fifth Street between Pine Street and North Street. N. Fifth Street will be closed and traffic will be detoured around the construction by the way of N. Santa Fe Avenue.Weather permitting, repairs are expected to be completed within one to two days.

City of Salina announces this afternoon work on N. Fifth Street

ABILENE - President Dwight Eisenhower's role in ending the Korean War will be the topic of the next Eisenhower Presidential Library Lunch &amp; Learn.

The program is scheduled for noon Thursday and will be offered both in person and online. The in-person program will be in the library building indoor courtyard. Those attending are asked to arrive by 11:45 a.m. Thursday. A light box lunch will be served on a first-come, first-served basis.

The program also is to be <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwhymB2vu5w">streamed live on YouTube</a>.

The 2023 Lunch &amp; Learn series is made possible courtesy of the Eisenhower Foundation with support from the Jeffcoat Memorial Foundation.

Guest speaker Edward Keefer is scheduled to discuss the Korean War armistice.

"Drawing upon the documentary record and recent scholarship, Keefer examines Eisenhower's role in ending the Korean War," the library noted in a news release.

About the speaker courtesy Eisenhower Presidential Library

Keefer received a Ph.D. in history from Michigan State University in 1974. For 34 years, he was an editor of the U.S. Department of State’s official documentary series, Foreign Relations of the United States (FRUS). During that time, he edited or co-edited 25 Foreign Relations volumes including one on Korea, 1952-1954. He has written on Korea and the Korean War. After 2002, he was the General Editor of the FRUS series until his retirement in 2009. He is currently a historian in the U.S. Secretary of Defense’s Historical Office. In 2017, the Office of the Secretary of Defense published his book, Harold Brown: Offsetting the Soviet Military Challenge, 1977-1981. A second book, Caspar Weinberger and the Military Buildup, 1981-1985, is forthcoming. In 2022, the Society for History in the Federal Government awarded him the Roger R. Trask award for service to history of the federal government.

About the Eisenhower Presidential Library

The Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum is one of 15 Presidential Libraries operated by the National Archives and Records Administration. Presidential libraries promote understanding of the presidency and the American experience. They preserve and provide access to historical materials, support research, and create interactive programs and exhibits that educate and inspire. Public programs and exhibits at the Eisenhower Presidential Library are made possible in part through the generous support of the Eisenhower Foundation. To learn more, visit <a href="http://eisenhowerlibrary.gov">eisenhowerlibrary.gov</a>.

By SALINA POSTABILENE - President Dwight Eisenhower's role in ending the Korean War will be the topic of the next Eisenhower Presidential Library Lunch &amp; Learn.The program is scheduled for noon Thursday and will be offered both in person and online. The in-person program will be in the library building indoor courtyard. Those attending are asked to arrive by 11:45 a.m. Thursday. A light box lunch will be served on a first-come, first-served basis.The program also is to be <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwhymB2vu5w">streamed live on YouTube</a>.The 2023 Lunch &amp; Learn series is made possible courtesy of the Eisenhower Foundation with support from the Jeffcoat Memorial Foundation.Guest speaker Edward Keefer is scheduled to discuss the Korean War armistice."Drawing upon the documentary record and recent scholarship, Keefer examines Eisenhower's role in ending the Korean War," the library noted in a news release.About the speaker courtesy Eisenhower Presidential LibraryKeefer received a Ph.D. in history from Michigan State University in 1974. For 34 years, he was an editor of the U.S. Department of State’s official documentary series, Foreign Relations of the United States (FRUS). During that time, he edited or co-edited 25 Foreign Relations volumes including one on Korea, 1952-1954. He has written on Korea and the Korean War. After 2002, he was the General Editor of the FRUS series until his retirement in 2009. He is currently a historian in the U.S. Secretary of Defense’s Historical Office. In 2017, the Office of the Secretary of Defense published his book, Harold Brown: Offsetting the Soviet Military Challenge, 1977-1981. A second book, Caspar Weinberger and the Military Buildup, 1981-1985, is forthcoming. In 2022, the Society for History in the Federal Government awarded him the Roger R. Trask award for service to history of the federal government.About the Eisenhower Presidential LibraryThe Dwight D. Eisenhower Presidential Library and Museum is one of 15 Presidential Libraries operated by the National Archives and Records Administration. Presidential libraries promote understanding of the presidency and the American experience. They preserve and provide access to historical materials, support research, and create interactive programs and exhibits that educate and inspire. Public programs and exhibits at the Eisenhower Presidential Library are made possible in part through the generous support of the Eisenhower Foundation. To learn more, visit <a href="http://eisenhowerlibrary.gov">eisenhowerlibrary.gov</a>.

Lunch & Learn: Eisenhower and the Korean War Armistice

The Salina Parks and Recreation Summer Activity Guide is now available. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SalinaParksAndRecreation">Salina Parks and Recreation Facebook page</a>:

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Salina Parks and Rec Summer Activity Guide out now

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Water Ceremony for Smoky Hill River set for April 30

On April 13, officers with the Salina Police Department responded to Larry’s Transmission, 801 N. 13th Street, in regard to a theft. 

The owner reported that around 4:30 a.m., a truck entered the lot and cut the cable to a 2002 Titan Trailer. The trailer is a tandem axle trailer with two fold-up loading ramps. A yellow 1991 Case 1840 Skid Steer was loaded on the trailer. The skid steer has "LTR" welded and spray painted onto the back side. The trailer and skid steer were subsequently stolen.

Surveillance video shows a truck entering the lot and committing the theft.

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 Newton, case 2023-10285.

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 </figure>CrimestoppersOn April 13, officers with the Salina Police Department responded to Larry’s Transmission, 801 N. 13th Street, in regard to a theft. The owner reported that around 4:30 a.m., a truck entered the lot and cut the cable to a 2002 Titan Trailer. The trailer is a tandem axle trailer with two fold-up loading ramps. A yellow 1991 Case 1840 Skid Steer was loaded on the trailer. The skid steer has "LTR" welded and spray painted onto the back side. The trailer and skid steer were subsequently stolen.Surveillance video shows a truck entering the lot and committing the theft.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 Newton, case 2023-10285.

Crimestoppers seeks tips about theft of trailer, skid steer

Here's the lineup for this week's&nbsp;KINA Saturday Morning.

9:05 a.m.:&nbsp; Steve Murrison, VFW Post 1432 commander, and Jason McIntire, commander of Sons of the American Legion Squadron 62, on POW/MIA designation for Salina.

9:30 a.m.:&nbsp; Brenda and Michael Gutierrez on storytelling event in Downs.

10:05 a.m.:&nbsp; Francis Flax, general manager of Salina Liberty, with a season update.

10:30 a.m.:&nbsp; Brad Anderson, Salina Arts &amp; Humanities executive director, with an update on the Smoky Hill River Festival.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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This week's 'KINA Saturday Morning' lineup

The Salina Police Department announced today that its&nbsp;2023 Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony is set for May 17.

The annual ceremony is scheduled for 8 a.m. May 17 in Jerry Ivey Memorial Park, 2465 Edward Street, and is open to the public.

Local officers being remembered are as follows.

Officer John Stonebraker, who died on Feb. 12, 1917

Officer Tom Carson, who died on Nov. 29, 1920

Officer Olney E. Eaton, who died on May 31, 1942

Officer Jerry R. Ivey, who died June 13, 1975

By SALINA POSTThe Salina Police Department announced today that its&nbsp;2023 Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony is set for May 17.The annual ceremony is scheduled for 8 a.m. May 17 in Jerry Ivey Memorial Park, 2465 Edward Street, and is open to the public.Local officers being remembered are as follows.Officer John Stonebraker, who died on Feb. 12, 1917Officer Tom Carson, who died on Nov. 29, 1920Officer Olney E. Eaton, who died on May 31, 1942Officer Jerry R. Ivey, who died June 13, 1975

Salina Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony May 17

On Wednesday, Smoky Hill, LLC, of Salina closed to traffic the intersection of W. Lincoln Avenue and Reynolds Street to repair leaking storm sewer pipes. 

Barricades at the nearest intersections inform motorists that the road is closed to through traffic. Access to all properties will be maintained. 

Weather permitting, the work will be completed in four weeks.

The $153,000 project, which also includes drainage improvements at the intersection of Ninth Street and W. Iron Avenue, was a part of the City of Salina's $4.7 million 2022 street maintenance capital improvement program.

City of SalinaOn Wednesday, Smoky Hill, LLC, of Salina closed to traffic the intersection of W. Lincoln Avenue and Reynolds Street to repair leaking storm sewer pipes. Barricades at the nearest intersections inform motorists that the road is closed to through traffic. Access to all properties will be maintained. Weather permitting, the work will be completed in four weeks.The $153,000 project, which also includes drainage improvements at the intersection of Ninth Street and W. Iron Avenue, was a part of the City of Salina's $4.7 million 2022 street maintenance capital improvement program.

W. Lincoln-Reynolds intersection closed to repair storm sewer

By PAT MELGARES K-State Research and Extension News Service&nbsp;

MANHATTAN – Kansas State University will be offering a self-paced, online series of its popular Dining with Diabetes program to help address the health concerns of a disease that affects 1 in 9 Kansas adults.&nbsp;

Christina Holmes, a family and consumer sciences specialist for K-State Research and Extension’s southeast regional office, said the first of five weekly classes is scheduled for May 1. <a href="http://bit.ly/42I3Sdz" target="_blank">Online registration</a>&nbsp;is due by April 26, and costs $25.&nbsp;

“The classes incorporate five sessions, so in the month of May, we’ll have a session that opens each week,” Holmes said. “Individuals have the opportunity to take the classes at their own pace; you can sit down and do it all in one afternoon, or maybe you choose to do it one evening after work.”&nbsp;

The courses cover the basics of meal planning, carbohydrate counting, portion control, reading labels and physical activity.&nbsp;

“We don’t only want to provide education, but we also want to become a support system for individual in making lifestyle choices and changes related to diabetes,” Holmes said.&nbsp;

“It’s important to understand when you sign up that you won’t have a live instructor because you will be taking the classes on your own time and at your convenience. Still, for those attending in the virtual format, they can contact the instructor afterwards and still have a dialogue to brainstorm solutions to issues that they may encounter.”&nbsp;

The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reports that in 2020 – the most recent year for which data is available – approximately 1 in 9 Kansas adults (11.1%), or 245,000 people, reported being diagnosed with diabetes.&nbsp;

The American Diabetes Association estimates that diabetes costs Kansans $2.4 billion per year in direct medical expenses and indirect costs; and for those who are hospitalized for diabetes-related conditions, the average hospital stay is four days.&nbsp;

Nationally, 1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year. In the last 20 years, the number of adults diagnosed with diabetes has more than doubled, according to the American Diabetes Association.&nbsp;

The ADA also says that one dollar out of every four in U.S. health care costs is spent on caring for people with diabetes.&nbsp;

“There is a high percentage of people that are at risk for, or have pre-diabetes, that are not aware of it,” Holmes said. “This class could be for someone who may not currently have diabetes, but wants to learn more about or want to learn how to make lifestyle changes to prevent the onset of the disease.”&nbsp;

More information also is available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/statewide-locations.html" target="_blank">local extension offices in Kansas</a>.&nbsp;

By PAT MELGARES K-State Research and Extension News Service&nbsp;MANHATTAN – Kansas State University will be offering a self-paced, online series of its popular Dining with Diabetes program to help address the health concerns of a disease that affects 1 in 9 Kansas adults.&nbsp;Christina Holmes, a family and consumer sciences specialist for K-State Research and Extension’s southeast regional office, said the first of five weekly classes is scheduled for May 1. <a href="http://bit.ly/42I3Sdz" target="_blank">Online registration</a>&nbsp;is due by April 26, and costs $25.&nbsp;“The classes incorporate five sessions, so in the month of May, we’ll have a session that opens each week,” Holmes said. “Individuals have the opportunity to take the classes at their own pace; you can sit down and do it all in one afternoon, or maybe you choose to do it one evening after work.”&nbsp;The courses cover the basics of meal planning, carbohydrate counting, portion control, reading labels and physical activity.&nbsp;“We don’t only want to provide education, but we also want to become a support system for individual in making lifestyle choices and changes related to diabetes,” Holmes said.&nbsp;“It’s important to understand when you sign up that you won’t have a live instructor because you will be taking the classes on your own time and at your convenience. Still, for those attending in the virtual format, they can contact the instructor afterwards and still have a dialogue to brainstorm solutions to issues that they may encounter.”&nbsp;The Kansas Department of Health and Environment reports that in 2020 – the most recent year for which data is available – approximately 1 in 9 Kansas adults (11.1%), or 245,000 people, reported being diagnosed with diabetes.&nbsp;The American Diabetes Association estimates that diabetes costs Kansans $2.4 billion per year in direct medical expenses and indirect costs; and for those who are hospitalized for diabetes-related conditions, the average hospital stay is four days.&nbsp;Nationally, 1.5 million Americans are diagnosed with diabetes every year. In the last 20 years, the number of adults diagnosed with diabetes has more than doubled, according to the American Diabetes Association.&nbsp;The ADA also says that one dollar out of every four in U.S. health care costs is spent on caring for people with diabetes.&nbsp;“There is a high percentage of people that are at risk for, or have pre-diabetes, that are not aware of it,” Holmes said. “This class could be for someone who may not currently have diabetes, but wants to learn more about or want to learn how to make lifestyle changes to prevent the onset of the disease.”&nbsp;More information also is available at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ksre.k-state.edu/about/statewide-locations.html" target="_blank">local extension offices in Kansas</a>.&nbsp;

Dining with Diabetes online series kicks off May 1 

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Big Kansas Road Trip Guide available at Smoky Hill Museum

Salina Public Schools (SPS) is planning a second, Mini Job Fair on Friday.

The job fair is scheduled for 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday in the Operations Center Conference Room, 1835 S. Broadway Boulevard. Job seekers will get to talk with supervisors and learn:

●How their skills may transfer to a variety of school openings

●Insights into finding a job that is the right fit

“Applicants can talk directly with supervisors,” said Tiffany Snyder, director of recruitment and retention. “It is a real time saver instead of spending time searching and applying for jobs online.”

Salina USD 305 has part and full-time positions open, as well as seasonal and year round. The district offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance and disability as well as generous paid leave plans.

USD 305Salina Public Schools (SPS) is planning a second, Mini Job Fair on Friday.The job fair is scheduled for 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday in the Operations Center Conference Room, 1835 S. Broadway Boulevard. Job seekers will get to talk with supervisors and learn:●How their skills may transfer to a variety of school openings●Insights into finding a job that is the right fit●About the culture at SPS●More about openings at SPS“Applicants can talk directly with supervisors,” said Tiffany Snyder, director of recruitment and retention. “It is a real time saver instead of spending time searching and applying for jobs online.”Salina USD 305 has part and full-time positions open, as well as seasonal and year round. The district offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance and disability as well as generous paid leave plans.

Salina Public Schools to host second mini job fair

The Friends of the Salina Public Library organization needs your help to find homes for thousands of gently used books.

The group has scheduled a Spring Used Book Sale from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and noon-4 p.m. April 23 in the downstairs Youth Services Annex of the library, 301 W. Elm Street.

“We have thousands of books just waiting to be taken home and enjoyed,” said Gretta Kontas, Used Book Sale chair. “We have westerns, mystery, science fiction, romance as well as general fiction for adults and children. Additionally, we have hundreds of large print books and movies.”

“And our prices are so reasonable that you won’t be able to select just one. On Sunday afternoon, patrons will be able to fill a bag (supplied by Brown’s Shoes) with books for just $5,” added Laura Rhodenbaugh, friends organization treasurer.

Additionally, members of Friends of the Salina Public Library can get into the event early, from 4-6 p.m. Friday. 

Salina Public Library cardholders can sign up to become members of the Friends of the Salina Public Library at the adult circulation desk. The cost is $10 a year for an individual membership and $25 a year for a family membership. In addition to getting first dibs on used book sales, friends members do not pay fines on overdue library materials.

The used book sales offered throughout the year ultimately benefit the library and its patrons. The Friends of the Salina Public Library is a volunteer, board-guided organization that acts as a booster club for the library. 

Some of the organization's activities include providing volunteers for library events, purchasing prizes and youth activities for summer reading programs at the library, supplies for the CLASS program, and providing scholarships for teen library volunteers, the friends group noted in a news release.

“We are excited to be able to raise funds to assist with Summer Reading Programs at the library,” said Debbie Toll, vice president of the Friends Advisory Board.

For more information on Friends of the Salina Public Library, including how to become a member, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinapubliclibrary.org/friends">salinapubliclibrary.org/friends</a>.

By SALINA POSTThe Friends of the Salina Public Library organization needs your help to find homes for thousands of gently used books.The group has scheduled a Spring Used Book Sale from 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and noon-4 p.m. April 23 in the downstairs Youth Services Annex of the library, 301 W. Elm Street.“We have thousands of books just waiting to be taken home and enjoyed,” said Gretta Kontas, Used Book Sale chair. “We have westerns, mystery, science fiction, romance as well as general fiction for adults and children. Additionally, we have hundreds of large print books and movies.”“And our prices are so reasonable that you won’t be able to select just one. On Sunday afternoon, patrons will be able to fill a bag (supplied by Brown’s Shoes) with books for just $5,” added Laura Rhodenbaugh, friends organization treasurer.Additionally, members of Friends of the Salina Public Library can get into the event early, from 4-6 p.m. Friday. Salina Public Library cardholders can sign up to become members of the Friends of the Salina Public Library at the adult circulation desk. The cost is $10 a year for an individual membership and $25 a year for a family membership. In addition to getting first dibs on used book sales, friends members do not pay fines on overdue library materials.The used book sales offered throughout the year ultimately benefit the library and its patrons. The Friends of the Salina Public Library is a volunteer, board-guided organization that acts as a booster club for the library. Some of the organization's activities include providing volunteers for library events, purchasing prizes and youth activities for summer reading programs at the library, supplies for the CLASS program, and providing scholarships for teen library volunteers, the friends group noted in a news release.“We are excited to be able to raise funds to assist with Summer Reading Programs at the library,” said Debbie Toll, vice president of the Friends Advisory Board.For more information on Friends of the Salina Public Library, including how to become a member, visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.salinapubliclibrary.org/friends">salinapubliclibrary.org/friends</a>.

Friends of Salina Public Library Used Book Sale opens to public Saturday

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

Monday The Coach Heron O'Neal Show:&nbsp; 6 p.m.&nbsp; at AJ's at the Alley

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

Salina Liberty Champions Indoor Football Pregame Show:&nbsp; 6 p.m.

Salina Liberty vs. Southwest Kansas Storm Champions Indoor Football:&nbsp; 6:35 p.m.&nbsp; in Tony's Pizza Event Center

Sunday PRN The Pit Reporters:&nbsp; 9 a.m. MRN Geico 500:&nbsp; 1 p.m.&nbsp; at Talladega Super Speedway, Talladega, Ala.&nbsp;&nbsp;

By SALINA POSTFollowing are the sports programs and events scheduled for KINA (910 AM and 107.5 FM) this week.Monday The Coach Heron O'Neal Show:&nbsp; 6 p.m.&nbsp; at AJ's at the AlleySaturday MRN Nascar Live:&nbsp; 8 a.m. Salina Liberty Champions Indoor Football Pregame Show:&nbsp; 6 p.m. Salina Liberty vs. Southwest Kansas Storm Champions Indoor Football:&nbsp; 6:35 p.m.&nbsp; in Tony's Pizza Event Center Sunday PRN The Pit Reporters:&nbsp; 9 a.m. MRN Geico 500:&nbsp; 1 p.m.&nbsp; at Talladega Super Speedway, Talladega, Ala.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Sports on KINA this week

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On April 8&nbsp; at 9:49 p.m., officers with the Salina Police Department responded to the Missing Sock Laundromat, 2013 S. Ohio Street regarding an attempted break-in of vending machines. 

Officers spoke with witnesses who reported a tool was used while trying to gain access to two separate machines. Video surveillance shows the below person of interest.

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 Det. Constantino, case 2023-9838.

CrimestoppersOn April 8&nbsp; at 9:49 p.m., officers with the Salina Police Department responded to the Missing Sock Laundromat, 2013 S. Ohio Street regarding an attempted break-in of vending machines. Officers spoke with witnesses who reported a tool was used while trying to gain access to two separate machines. Video surveillance shows the below person of interest.<figure>
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 </figure>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 Det. Constantino, case 2023-9838.

Crimestoppers seeks tips about incident at south Salina laundromat

Kansas Wesleyan’s Spring Alumni, Family &amp; Community Weekend, April 21-23, offers a little bit of everything — fellowship, music, athletics and a chance to learn.

Five financial planning and banking experts will talk about&nbsp;Tips for Financial Forecasting at Your Stage in Life&nbsp;at 10 a.m.&nbsp; Saturday, April 22, at Peters Science Hall 201. The talk, like most of the weekend, is free.

Charles Ault-Duell ’05, of CAD Law, LLC, will discuss&nbsp;Estate Planning, including Wills, Powers of Attorney and Advance Directives / Living Wills.

Julie Beswick, executive vice president and CEO of Advantage Trust Co., will talk about&nbsp;Trusts and the Long-Term Benefits to Families.

Brandon Ebert, CEO of BE Wealth, will present&nbsp;Your Life in 10,000 Day Increments.

Bob Meyer ’73, an advisor with Respective Wealth, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, will explain&nbsp;The 7 Things No One Tells You About Retirement.

Charles Spencer is senior vice president, director of credit review, at National Bank Holding, Inc., and has directional responsibility for the Appraisal Review Group. He will provide&nbsp;A Discussion About Recent Bank Failures.

Meyer is the current chair of the KWU Foundation board, while Spencer and Ault-Duell are members of the university’s Board of Trustees.

To learn more about this lecture and about the weekend, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kwu.edu/springweekend23" target="_blank">www.kwu.edu/springweekend23</a>.

KWUKansas Wesleyan’s Spring Alumni, Family &amp; Community Weekend, April 21-23, offers a little bit of everything — fellowship, music, athletics and a chance to learn.Five financial planning and banking experts will talk about&nbsp;Tips for Financial Forecasting at Your Stage in Life&nbsp;at 10 a.m.&nbsp; Saturday, April 22, at Peters Science Hall 201. The talk, like most of the weekend, is free.Charles Ault-Duell ’05, of CAD Law, LLC, will discuss&nbsp;Estate Planning, including Wills, Powers of Attorney and Advance Directives / Living Wills.Julie Beswick, executive vice president and CEO of Advantage Trust Co., will talk about&nbsp;Trusts and the Long-Term Benefits to Families.Brandon Ebert, CEO of BE Wealth, will present&nbsp;Your Life in 10,000 Day Increments.Bob Meyer ’73, an advisor with Respective Wealth, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, will explain&nbsp;The 7 Things No One Tells You About Retirement.Charles Spencer is senior vice president, director of credit review, at National Bank Holding, Inc., and has directional responsibility for the Appraisal Review Group. He will provide&nbsp;A Discussion About Recent Bank Failures.Meyer is the current chair of the KWU Foundation board, while Spencer and Ault-Duell are members of the university’s Board of Trustees.To learn more about this lecture and about the weekend, go to&nbsp;<a href="http://www.kwu.edu/springweekend23" target="_blank">www.kwu.edu/springweekend23</a>.

KWU offering special lecture series April 22

The official K-State Catbacker Summer Tour is coming to Salina! One year ago, K-State took a chance on an assistant coach from Baylor and now Coach Jerome Tang and the Cats made it all the way to the Elite 8! This summer you will have a chance&nbsp;to meet Big 12 Men's Basketball Coach of the Year and Naismith National Coach of the Year Jerome Tang! Join Tang and other K-State Athletics staff on May 17 at Old Chicago, 214 S. Santa Fe Avenue, from 8-10 a.m.&nbsp;

According to Salina Catbackers, there is a $10 cost for food, which includes breakfast pizza and fruit. Beverages will be at your own cost.&nbsp;

To reserve your spot, email<a href="mailto:bsturges@cox.net">&nbsp;bsturges@cox.net</a>

By SALINA POSTThe official K-State Catbacker Summer Tour is coming to Salina! One year ago, K-State took a chance on an assistant coach from Baylor and now Coach Jerome Tang and the Cats made it all the way to the Elite 8! This summer you will have a chance&nbsp;to meet Big 12 Men's Basketball Coach of the Year and Naismith National Coach of the Year Jerome Tang! Join Tang and other K-State Athletics staff on May 17 at Old Chicago, 214 S. Santa Fe Avenue, from 8-10 a.m.&nbsp; According to Salina Catbackers, there is a $10 cost for food, which includes breakfast pizza and fruit. Beverages will be at your own cost.&nbsp; To reserve your spot, email<a href="mailto:bsturges@cox.net">&nbsp;bsturges@cox.net</a>

K-State's Coach Jerome Tang scheduled to visit Salina

By TIM UNRUH For Kansas Honor Flight

A promotion to raise money for Kansas Honor Flight will be staged at Applebee’s Grill &amp; Bar restaurants Tuesday in locations from Salina to Wichita in central Kansas and in western Kansas.

All day on that Tuesday, half of the revenue from five special fundraiser menu items at Applebee’s in 13 communities, will be donated to send World War II, Korea, and Vietnam veterans to Washington, D.C. for free.

Diners can choose from Three-Cheese Chicken Penne; Fiesta Lime Chicken; Classic Bacon Cheeseburger; Chicken Tender Platter; or Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad.

The promotion is good for Dine-In, Delivery, or Get to Go.

Locations include 2875 S. Ninth in Salina, also Wichita, Andover, Derby, Park City, Hutchinson, McPherson, Newton, Great Bend, Dodge City, Garden City, Liberal and Hays.

Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://kansashonorflight.org/" target="_blank">kansashonorflight.org</a>&nbsp;or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:honorlfightwichita@gmail.com" target="_blank">honorlfightwichita@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;to learn more about the special service offered to veterans.

By TIM UNRUH For Kansas Honor FlightA promotion to raise money for Kansas Honor Flight will be staged at Applebee’s Grill &amp; Bar restaurants Tuesday in locations from Salina to Wichita in central Kansas and in western Kansas.All day on that Tuesday, half of the revenue from five special fundraiser menu items at Applebee’s in 13 communities, will be donated to send World War II, Korea, and Vietnam veterans to Washington, D.C. for free.Diners can choose from Three-Cheese Chicken Penne; Fiesta Lime Chicken; Classic Bacon Cheeseburger; Chicken Tender Platter; or Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad.The promotion is good for Dine-In, Delivery, or Get to Go.Locations include 2875 S. Ninth in Salina, also Wichita, Andover, Derby, Park City, Hutchinson, McPherson, Newton, Great Bend, Dodge City, Garden City, Liberal and Hays.Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://kansashonorflight.org/" target="_blank">kansashonorflight.org</a>&nbsp;or email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:honorlfightwichita@gmail.com" target="_blank">honorlfightwichita@gmail.com</a>&nbsp;to learn more about the special service offered to veterans.

Applebee’s promotion to benefit Kansas Honor Flight, veterans

Author Debra Anne Stenstrom will be in the Salina Public Library on Saturday to sign her children's book, It's Okay to Be Different.

The event is scheduled for 1-3 p.m. Saturday in the library, 301 W. Elm Street.

Published in November of 2022, It’s Okay to Be Different shares the story of a special needs puppy named Dumplin who was rescued and loved for 10 years. Crippled at birth, Dumplin’s story shows how she was able to overcome obstacles and make the best out of life. With themes of compassion and unconditional love, this book is sure to touch the hearts of its readers, the library noted in a news release.

About the author, courtesy Salina Public Library

Debra Anne Stenstrom lived in the Kansas City area for 36 years. After graduating high school in Spring Hill, Kan., in 1975, she studied hospitality management for two years at Johnson County Community College in 1990. She has always had a love for animals, so in 1992, she began working at a Lenexa animal clinic. She went on to become a professional groomer which she continued for nearly 27 years. Currently, she operates a small animal hospital in Junction City with her husband. Her two children and three grandsons also live in Kansas.

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTAuthor Debra Anne Stenstrom will be in the Salina Public Library on Saturday to sign her children's book, It's Okay to Be Different.The event is scheduled for 1-3 p.m. Saturday in the library, 301 W. Elm Street.Published in November of 2022, It’s Okay to Be Different shares the story of a special needs puppy named Dumplin who was rescued and loved for 10 years. Crippled at birth, Dumplin’s story shows how she was able to overcome obstacles and make the best out of life. With themes of compassion and unconditional love, this book is sure to touch the hearts of its readers, the library noted in a news release.About the author, courtesy Salina Public LibraryDebra Anne Stenstrom lived in the Kansas City area for 36 years. After graduating high school in Spring Hill, Kan., in 1975, she studied hospitality management for two years at Johnson County Community College in 1990. She has always had a love for animals, so in 1992, she began working at a Lenexa animal clinic. She went on to become a professional groomer which she continued for nearly 27 years. Currently, she operates a small animal hospital in Junction City with her husband. Her two children and three grandsons also live in Kansas.

Children's book author at Salina Public Library Saturday

The Salina Police Department is now taking applications for its Junior Police Academy. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SalinaKSPD">Salina Police Department Facebook page</a>:

The Salina Police Department is now taking applications for its Junior Police Academy. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SalinaKSPD">Salina Police Department Facebook page</a>:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FSalinaKSPD%2Fposts%2Fpfbid09AfdyUnCNBwdZpATiSenVMJEyAajxW7Q6mZfCtatZhbtVRDJRQXEkGQzjWQRKoiNl&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="782" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Salina Police Department offering Junior Police Academy

Beginning Monday, the City of Salina Public Works Department will be repairing sections of pavement that are broken and settled at the intersection of S. Fourth Street and E. Mulberry Street. 

The roadway will remain open but traffic may be slowed down and detoured around the construction. We encourage motorists to use caution when traveling in the active work area.

Weather permitting, repairs are expected to be completed within three to five days.

City of SalinaBeginning Monday, the City of Salina Public Works Department will be repairing sections of pavement that are broken and settled at the intersection of S. Fourth Street and E. Mulberry Street. The roadway will remain open but traffic may be slowed down and detoured around the construction. We encourage motorists to use caution when traveling in the active work area.Weather permitting, repairs are expected to be completed within three to five days.

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