Get ready to bring your best yellow attire or costume for "No Place Like Chrome," a car show that will be hosted by The Garage Automotive Museum this Saturday.

The car show begins at 10:00 am and will run until 1:00 pm with awards announced right after. "Cruise the Fe" will then occur at 1:30 pm

"The Garage is all about turning heads this Saturday with a sea of yellow that will gather in downtown Salina," said Executive Director, Michelle Peck. "From vintage muscle to modern marvels, every vehicle here tells a story in sunshine. It's not just a show, it's a rolling tribute to bold design, all shades of yellow and the passionate community that brings it all to life."

The event is free for members and is $10 for non-members, which also includes admission to the museum. Check-in is at 10:00 am for those who have a vehicle registered.&nbsp;

Eagle media/radio station 99KG will be sponsoring this event

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749067441619.jpeg" alt=""No place Like Chrome" Saturday, June 7th, 2025.jpg" />
 <figcaption>"No place Like Chrome" Saturday, June 7th, 2025.jpg</figcaption>
 </figure>By: NICOLAS FIERROSalina PostGet ready to bring your best yellow attire or costume for "No Place Like Chrome," a car show that will be hosted by The Garage Automotive Museum this Saturday.The car show begins at 10:00 am and will run until 1:00 pm with awards announced right after. "Cruise the Fe" will then occur at 1:30 pm"The Garage is all about turning heads this Saturday with a sea of yellow that will gather in downtown Salina," said Executive Director, Michelle Peck. "From vintage muscle to modern marvels, every vehicle here tells a story in sunshine. It's not just a show, it's a rolling tribute to bold design, all shades of yellow and the passionate community that brings it all to life."The event is free for members and is $10 for non-members, which also includes admission to the museum. Check-in is at 10:00 am for those who have a vehicle registered.&nbsp;Eagle media/radio station 99KG will be sponsoring this event

The Garage hosts car show this Saturday, bring your best yellow attire, awards to be announced

A male suspect was issued a detainer by the U.S. Immigration and Customs&nbsp; Enforcement (ICE), after his arrest was made for violating a protection order in Salina.

According to the Salina Police Department authorities arrested 43-year old Martinez Gabriel Luna on Tuesday, June 3rd, after he was spotted at a Salina residence in which he was barred from being a pursuant to a Protection Order. 

Luna was then booked into the Saline County Jail and was charged with 2 counts of Violation of a Protection Order.

Once the Saline County Sheriff's Office received Luna, ICE placed a detainer on him. According to the Sheriff's Office, ICE has 48 hours to pick Luna up from the time he is released from custody.

By: NICOLAS FIERROSalina PostA male suspect was issued a detainer by the U.S. Immigration and Customs&nbsp; Enforcement (ICE), after his arrest was made for violating a protection order in Salina.According to the Salina Police Department authorities arrested 43-year old Martinez Gabriel Luna on Tuesday, June 3rd, after he was spotted at a Salina residence in which he was barred from being a pursuant to a Protection Order. Luna was then booked into the Saline County Jail and was charged with 2 counts of Violation of a Protection Order.Once the Saline County Sheriff's Office received Luna, ICE placed a detainer on him. According to the Sheriff's Office, ICE has 48 hours to pick Luna up from the time he is released from custody.

ICE places detainer on male suspect after his arrest was made in Salina

A domestic argument that turned violent, resulted in a man's arrest.

According to the Salina Police Department on Tuesday, June 3rd a 27-year old male identified as Christian Darrett, was at a female's residence on the 100 block of N. Kansas. It was reported that at around 2:50 am, an argument occurred just outside of the residence between the two.

During the argument, Darrett forcibly grabbed the victim's phone and also inflicted physical harm on her. The victim suffered minor marks on her arm.

When officers received report and arrived to the home, they came in contact with both of them. Police then arrested Darrett without incident and booked him into the Saline County Jail on the following charges:

The victim did not need any medical assistance.

By: NICOLAS FIERROSalina PostA domestic argument that turned violent, resulted in a man's arrest.According to the Salina Police Department on Tuesday, June 3rd a 27-year old male identified as Christian Darrett, was at a female's residence on the 100 block of N. Kansas. It was reported that at around 2:50 am, an argument occurred just outside of the residence between the two.During the argument, Darrett forcibly grabbed the victim's phone and also inflicted physical harm on her. The victim suffered minor marks on her arm.When officers received report and arrived to the home, they came in contact with both of them. Police then arrested Darrett without incident and booked him into the Saline County Jail on the following charges:Domestic Battery and Robbery.The victim did not need any medical assistance.

Domestic argument that turned violent results in an arrest 

Following is recent booking activity for the Saline County Jail, as provided by law enforcement. Photos, if provided, are courtesy of Saline County Jail. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

NAME:&nbsp;Darrett, Christian Anthony

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Domestic battery: Knowing/reckless bodily harm; Robbery

*Requested charges not stated*

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Failure to appear

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Driving While Suspended; No Proof Of Insurance; Unlawful acts: vehicle registration violation

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Illegal alien; Violation of protection order; Unknown circumstance

NAME:&nbsp;Sparacino, Nicholas Len

NAME:&nbsp;Wilson-Mosher, Sarah Mae

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Outside warrant/NCIC hit

Following is recent booking activity for the Saline County Jail, as provided by law enforcement. Photos, if provided, are courtesy of Saline County Jail. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749039256478.jpeg" alt="Darrett, Christian Anthony&nbsp;" />
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 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Darrett, Christian AnthonyREQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Domestic battery: Knowing/reckless bodily harm; Robbery<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749039313909.jpeg" alt="Koder, Justin David&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Koder, Justin David&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Koder, Justin David*Requested charges not stated*<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749039398445.jpeg" alt="Lawrence, Trevor James&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Lawrence, Trevor James&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Lawrence, Trevor JamesREQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Failure to appear<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749039445222.jpeg" alt="Lenon, Thomas Edgar&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Lenon, Thomas Edgar&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Lenon, Thomas EdgarREQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Driving While Suspended; No Proof Of Insurance; Unlawful acts: vehicle registration violation<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749039533308.jpeg" alt="Luna, Gabriel Martinez&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Luna, Gabriel Martinez&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Luna, Gabriel MartinezREQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Illegal alien; Violation of protection order; Unknown circumstance<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749039591769.jpeg" alt="Sparacino, Nicholas Len&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Sparacino, Nicholas Len&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Sparacino, Nicholas LenREQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Failure to appear<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1749039636378.jpeg" alt="Wilson-Mosher, Sarah Mae&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Wilson-Mosher, Sarah Mae&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Wilson-Mosher, Sarah MaeREQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Outside warrant/NCIC hit

Saline County Jail Bookings, June 4

The monthly First Friday event in Downtown Salina is jampacked with events for June 6th. Friday will be filled with 5 Artist Receptions, late shopping, a grand opening, live music and much more.

According to Salina Downtown, the five artist receptions will be at the following locations:

Greater Salina Community Foundation on the 8th floor at&nbsp;119 W. Iron&nbsp;from&nbsp;4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

A Work in Progress Yoga Studio on 218 E. Walnut from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Peaceful Body Wellness Treatment on 148 S. Santa Fe from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Salina Art Center on 242 S. Santa Fe from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Subvert Studio on 116 E. Iron from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Shannon's Stars&nbsp;Twirling Club will hold a free baton twirling clinic from 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm and a performance to follow from 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm. This will be held at the Campbell Plaza (next to Jose Pepper's). This clinic is available for ages 3 - up and attendees do not need any twirling experience. Batons will be provided.

True Love Tattoo on&nbsp;117 S. Santa Fe,&nbsp;will host a&nbsp;live acoustic musical performance featuring Ashley Wheeler, from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

CupKates,&nbsp;a new gluten-free bakery/restaurant will be celebrating its official Grand Opening with music from Randy Baldwin. Starting at 5:00 pm&nbsp;on 228 C S. Santa Fe, the grand opening will allow attendees in on special offers.

“Hyway 14,”&nbsp;a Rock n Roll band mixed with country-grunge from South-Central Kansas, will be performing at the Campbell Plaza from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm.&nbsp;

Businesses below will all be open until 7:00 pm:

Baron Mushmouse, Blushe Boutique, Country Seasons, Eccentricity, Familia Toys, Flipping Fabulous, Kid's Creative Corner, On the Pot, Poppy &amp; Vine, Red Fern Booksellers, The Bath Hub, Sanity Boutique, Salina Art Center, Salina Selfie Station and Wallie Wax Co./Permanent Jewelry

For more information, go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.salinadowntown.org/events-info">https://www.salinadowntown.org/events-info</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713110718880.jpeg" alt="A guitarist in The Good Sam Club Band plays a solo during the first LIVE First Friday of the season on Friday, April 5, on the City Lights Stage in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>A guitarist in The Good Sam Club Band plays a solo during the first LIVE First Friday of the season on Friday, April 5, on the City Lights Stage in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>By: NICOLAS FIERROSalina PostThe monthly First Friday event in Downtown Salina is jampacked with events for June 6th. Friday will be filled with 5 Artist Receptions, late shopping, a grand opening, live music and much more.According to Salina Downtown, the five artist receptions will be at the following locations:Greater Salina Community Foundation on the 8th floor at&nbsp;119 W. Iron&nbsp;from&nbsp;4:00 pm - 6:00 pmA Work in Progress Yoga Studio on 218 E. Walnut from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pmPeaceful Body Wellness Treatment on 148 S. Santa Fe from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pmSalina Art Center on 242 S. Santa Fe from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pmSubvert Studio on 116 E. Iron from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pmShannon's Stars&nbsp;Twirling Club will hold a free baton twirling clinic from 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm and a performance to follow from 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm. This will be held at the Campbell Plaza (next to Jose Pepper's). This clinic is available for ages 3 - up and attendees do not need any twirling experience. Batons will be provided.True Love Tattoo on&nbsp;117 S. Santa Fe,&nbsp;will host a&nbsp;live acoustic musical performance featuring Ashley Wheeler, from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm.CupKates,&nbsp;a new gluten-free bakery/restaurant will be celebrating its official Grand Opening with music from Randy Baldwin. Starting at 5:00 pm&nbsp;on 228 C S. Santa Fe, the grand opening will allow attendees in on special offers.“Hyway 14,”&nbsp;a Rock n Roll band mixed with country-grunge from South-Central Kansas, will be performing at the Campbell Plaza from 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm.&nbsp;Businesses below will all be open until 7:00 pm:Baron Mushmouse, Blushe Boutique, Country Seasons, Eccentricity, Familia Toys, Flipping Fabulous, Kid's Creative Corner, On the Pot, Poppy &amp; Vine, Red Fern Booksellers, The Bath Hub, Sanity Boutique, Salina Art Center, Salina Selfie Station and Wallie Wax Co./Permanent JewelryFor more information, go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.salinadowntown.org/events-info">https://www.salinadowntown.org/events-info</a>

Downtown Salina overflowing with late shopping, live music, a grand opening and much more for the First Friday event

Kansas Wesleyan will host the Great Plains Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church beginning Wednesday, June 4. The yearly event will run through Saturday, June 7.

More than 1,200 members of the United Methodist Churches throughout Kansas and Nebraska are expected to attend, bringing new faces to Salina and increasing traffic in restaurants and hotels.

“This is a great moment for Kansas Wesleyan,” said Bridget Weiser, vice president of student and community engagement and KWU’s event lead. “It demonstrates our commitment to walk alongside the United Methodist Church. However, it also brings a litany of new faces to Salina, increasing revenue for local businesses and providing a chance for a large group of people to see the growth and development occurring right here in our community.”

KWU is the first university to host the annual conference in more than two decades.

More information on this week’s events can be found at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.greatplainsumc.org/annualconference">www.greatplainsumc.org/annualconference</a>&nbsp;and more about Kansas Wesleyan can be found at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.kwu.edu/news">www.kwu.edu/news</a>.&nbsp;

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748980035567.jpeg" alt="United Methodist Church Cross at KWU; courtesy of KWU" />
 <figcaption>United Methodist Church Cross at KWU; courtesy of KWU</figcaption>
 </figure>By: BRAD SALOISKansas Wesleyan UniversityKansas Wesleyan will host the Great Plains Annual Conference of the United Methodist Church beginning Wednesday, June 4. The yearly event will run through Saturday, June 7.More than 1,200 members of the United Methodist Churches throughout Kansas and Nebraska are expected to attend, bringing new faces to Salina and increasing traffic in restaurants and hotels.“This is a great moment for Kansas Wesleyan,” said Bridget Weiser, vice president of student and community engagement and KWU’s event lead. “It demonstrates our commitment to walk alongside the United Methodist Church. However, it also brings a litany of new faces to Salina, increasing revenue for local businesses and providing a chance for a large group of people to see the growth and development occurring right here in our community.”KWU is the first university to host the annual conference in more than two decades.More information on this week’s events can be found at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.greatplainsumc.org/annualconference">www.greatplainsumc.org/annualconference</a>&nbsp;and more about Kansas Wesleyan can be found at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.kwu.edu/news">www.kwu.edu/news</a>.&nbsp;

KWU ready to host great plains annual conference this week

The Market Shop in Salina has started a gofundme for Misty-Claussen-Train, after she was diagnosed with cancer.

Claussen-Train is from Salina and is an employee at The Market Shop (101 S. Sante Fe), who has worked there for 17 years.

The following is a statement from&nbsp;Misty Claussen-Train:

I was diagnosed with cancer so I'm suddenly facing a major medical surgery that will be life altering possibly disfiguring. I do have medical insurance however it's not covering everything.

I'm looking at months of recovery and therapy. It is very difficult to reach out like this for help. I will not be able to work and I've worked and supported myself all of my life.

I'm out of time and out of options.

If you can help I will be forever grateful &amp; the funds will be used carefully to hopefully get me through this difficult surgery and recovery so I can get back to work.

To donate, go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-lifealtering-surgery-recovery?attribution_id=sl:b3a08a8a-92c5-4d27-a4c4-0c8f87bcb084&amp;utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&amp;utm_content=amp13_t1-amp14_t2-amp15_t3&amp;utm_medium=customer&amp;utm_source=qr_code">https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-lifealtering-surgery-recovery?attribution_id=sl:b3a08a8a-92c5-4d27-a4c4-0c8f87bcb084&amp;utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&amp;utm_content=amp13_t1-amp14_t2-amp15_t3&amp;utm_medium=customer&amp;utm_source=qr_code</a>

Misty Claussen-Train, C/O The Market Shoр, 101 S. Sante Fe Salina, KS 67401

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748978421732.jpeg" alt="Train-Claussen, Misty" />
 <figcaption>Train-Claussen, Misty</figcaption>
 </figure>Salina PostThe Market Shop in Salina has started a gofundme for Misty-Claussen-Train, after she was diagnosed with cancer.Claussen-Train is from Salina and is an employee at The Market Shop (101 S. Sante Fe), who has worked there for 17 years.The following is a statement from&nbsp;Misty Claussen-Train:I was diagnosed with cancer so I'm suddenly facing a major medical surgery that will be life altering possibly disfiguring. I do have medical insurance however it's not covering everything. I'm looking at months of recovery and therapy. It is very difficult to reach out like this for help. I will not be able to work and I've worked and supported myself all of my life. I'm out of time and out of options. If you can help I will be forever grateful &amp; the funds will be used carefully to hopefully get me through this difficult surgery and recovery so I can get back to work.To donate, go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-lifealtering-surgery-recovery?attribution_id=sl:b3a08a8a-92c5-4d27-a4c4-0c8f87bcb084&amp;utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&amp;utm_content=amp13_t1-amp14_t2-amp15_t3&amp;utm_medium=customer&amp;utm_source=qr_code">https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-lifealtering-surgery-recovery?attribution_id=sl:b3a08a8a-92c5-4d27-a4c4-0c8f87bcb084&amp;utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&amp;utm_content=amp13_t1-amp14_t2-amp15_t3&amp;utm_medium=customer&amp;utm_source=qr_code</a>If you prefer to mail: Misty Claussen-Train, C/O The Market Shoр, 101 S. Sante Fe Salina, KS 67401

Fundraiser made for Salina woman after she was diagnosed with cancer

The City of Salina has released a written statement for the public to view regarding the Cozy Inn lawsuit.&nbsp;

The following is statement by the City of Salina, concerning the lawsuit filed by the Kansas Justice Institute (KJI) on behalf of the Cozy Inn filed against the City of Salina:

STATEMENT REGARDING THE COZY INN, ET AL. V. CITY OF SALINA[1] Case No. 6:24-cv-01027-TC

On February 19, 2024, the Cozy Inn sued the City of Salina. &nbsp;The lawsuit was filed by Plaintiffs’ attorneys, the Kansas Justice Institute, which according to their website is “a free public interest litigation firm” located in Overland Park, Kansas. &nbsp;In an article published by Salina311, written by the Kansas Justice Institute (“KJI”), KJI declared this case “is part of KJI’s litigation campaign challenging laws that interfere with the right to free speech. &nbsp;It’s also part of KJI’s litigation efforts to fight back against city hall.” &nbsp;

The lawsuit claimed the Salina Sign Code is content-based and unconstitutional, is unconstitutionally vague and a prior restraint. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Like most other local governments, the City of Salina regulates signs to avoid sign clutter and to promote traffic safety and community aesthetics City-wide. &nbsp;In a recent case entitled, City of Austin v. Reagan Nat’l Advert., the United States Supreme Court described sign regulation as a tradition dating back more than 150 years and recognized that tens of thousands of jurisdictions regulate signs. &nbsp;The City has regulated signs for more than 50 years. The City’s ordinance defines the term “sign” to include displays that “announce, direct attention to, or advertise” and are “not located inside a building” as “building” is defined in Salina Code Sec. 42-637. &nbsp;At least 34 other municipalities across the United States utilize the phrase “announce, direct attention to, or advertise” in their definitions of signs.

The City believes its definition of sign is content neutral, constitutional, and the City contends it has been consistent in applying its Sign Code in a content neutral matter. &nbsp;

The pleadings and motions filed in this matter provide a more complete factual background. &nbsp;All documents filed in this matter may be accessed on the PACER website at&nbsp;<a href="https://pacer.uscourts.gov/" target="_blank">https://pacer.uscourts.gov/</a>.

This statement will include some of the factual background addressed in the filed pleadings and motions.[2] &nbsp;Applying the definition of sign from the Sign Code, the City determined the painting on the side wall of The Cozy Inn was a sign. &nbsp;Plaintiffs did not obtain a sign permit before they began painting the sign. &nbsp; The Cozy Inn sign exceeds The Cozy Inn’s allowable sign area. &nbsp;The City informed Mr. Howard that the Cozy Sign was too big to qualify for a permit. During an in-person meeting on November 13, 2023, the City provided Mr. Howard with a memorandum explaining why the Cozy Sign was too large to qualify for a sign permit. &nbsp;The City offered to work with Mr. Howard to see if a code-based solution could be reached. &nbsp; In doing so, the City engaged a sign consultant that would help the City evaluate if the Salina community was in favor of permitting wall signs as large as the Cozy Inn on the sides of smaller buildings, and if the City could amend the Sign Code in a content-neutral fashion while continuing to advance its content-neutral purposes, including but not limited to avoiding sign clutter, promoting traffic safety and community aesthetics City-wide. &nbsp;Unbeknownst to the City, Mr. Howard was in contact with the Kansas Justice Institute on November 11, 2023, to ask about representation in this case.&nbsp;

The filing of the lawsuit ensued, which set in motion discovery obligations, and pleading and motion deadlines. &nbsp;The City defended the action and complied with the requirements of civil litigation in Federal Court. &nbsp;Throughout the litigation, the City has steadfastly held the position that Salina’s Sign Code is constitutional.

The City and Plaintiffs have filed summary judgment motions in this case. &nbsp;The Court has advised that a ruling on the motions is anticipated on or about August 8, 2025. &nbsp;The Court further advised that if one or more claims survive, a bench trial beginning October 7, 2025 will occur.

[1] The City is aware of certain media reports and social media commentary that were not initiated by the City or its counsel regarding the federal case of Cozy Inn, Incorporated d/b/a The Cozy Inn; Stephen Howard v. City of Salina, Kansas, Civil Action No. 6:24-cv-01027-TC-ADM, which is currently pending in the United States District Court, District of Kansas. Some of the reports and commentary have inaccurately described the facts, circumstances, and stakes of the case. &nbsp;As such, the City is releasing this statement. &nbsp;The statements contained herein are statements that have been set forth in public record, such as pleadings or motions filed in The Cozy Inn, et al. v. City of Salina case, United States Supreme Court decisions, news articles or websites. &nbsp;Accordingly, this statement shall not be construed as a waiver of any applicable privilege. &nbsp;Outside of the information contained in this statement, at this time the City will not provide further public comment. &nbsp;

[2] The City’s Brief in Support of its Motion for Summary Judgment with exhibits, the City’s Reply Brief in Support of its Motion for Summary Judgment with exhibits, the City’s Brief in Support of its Motion to Dismiss, the City’s Reply Brief in Support of its Motion to Dismiss, as well as the Court’s Amended Pre-Trial Order may be accessed here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.salina-ks.gov/cozy-inn-legal-documents">Cozy Inn Legal Documents</a>

The Salina Post will continue to cover this lawsuit and all updates will be posted.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/7/1689115226278.jpeg" alt="City of Salina Logo" />
 <figcaption>City of Salina Logo</figcaption>
 </figure>Salina PostThe City of Salina has released a written statement for the public to view regarding the Cozy Inn lawsuit.&nbsp;The following is statement by the City of Salina, concerning the lawsuit filed by the Kansas Justice Institute (KJI) on behalf of the Cozy Inn filed against the City of Salina:STATEMENT REGARDING THE COZY INN, ET AL. V. CITY OF SALINA[1] Case No. 6:24-cv-01027-TCOn February 19, 2024, the Cozy Inn sued the City of Salina. &nbsp;The lawsuit was filed by Plaintiffs’ attorneys, the Kansas Justice Institute, which according to their website is “a free public interest litigation firm” located in Overland Park, Kansas. &nbsp;In an article published by Salina311, written by the Kansas Justice Institute (“KJI”), KJI declared this case “is part of KJI’s litigation campaign challenging laws that interfere with the right to free speech. &nbsp;It’s also part of KJI’s litigation efforts to fight back against city hall.” &nbsp;The lawsuit claimed the Salina Sign Code is content-based and unconstitutional, is unconstitutionally vague and a prior restraint. &nbsp;&nbsp;Like most other local governments, the City of Salina regulates signs to avoid sign clutter and to promote traffic safety and community aesthetics City-wide. &nbsp;In a recent case entitled, City of Austin v. Reagan Nat’l Advert., the United States Supreme Court described sign regulation as a tradition dating back more than 150 years and recognized that tens of thousands of jurisdictions regulate signs. &nbsp;The City has regulated signs for more than 50 years. The City’s ordinance defines the term “sign” to include displays that “announce, direct attention to, or advertise” and are “not located inside a building” as “building” is defined in Salina Code Sec. 42-637. &nbsp;At least 34 other municipalities across the United States utilize the phrase “announce, direct attention to, or advertise” in their definitions of signs.The City believes its definition of sign is content neutral, constitutional, and the City contends it has been consistent in applying its Sign Code in a content neutral matter. &nbsp;The pleadings and motions filed in this matter provide a more complete factual background. &nbsp;All documents filed in this matter may be accessed on the PACER website at&nbsp;<a href="https://pacer.uscourts.gov/" target="_blank">https://pacer.uscourts.gov/</a>.This statement will include some of the factual background addressed in the filed pleadings and motions.[2] &nbsp;Applying the definition of sign from the Sign Code, the City determined the painting on the side wall of The Cozy Inn was a sign. &nbsp;Plaintiffs did not obtain a sign permit before they began painting the sign. &nbsp; The Cozy Inn sign exceeds The Cozy Inn’s allowable sign area. &nbsp;The City informed Mr. Howard that the Cozy Sign was too big to qualify for a permit. During an in-person meeting on November 13, 2023, the City provided Mr. Howard with a memorandum explaining why the Cozy Sign was too large to qualify for a sign permit. &nbsp;The City offered to work with Mr. Howard to see if a code-based solution could be reached. &nbsp; In doing so, the City engaged a sign consultant that would help the City evaluate if the Salina community was in favor of permitting wall signs as large as the Cozy Inn on the sides of smaller buildings, and if the City could amend the Sign Code in a content-neutral fashion while continuing to advance its content-neutral purposes, including but not limited to avoiding sign clutter, promoting traffic safety and community aesthetics City-wide. &nbsp;Unbeknownst to the City, Mr. Howard was in contact with the Kansas Justice Institute on November 11, 2023, to ask about representation in this case.&nbsp;The filing of the lawsuit ensued, which set in motion discovery obligations, and pleading and motion deadlines. &nbsp;The City defended the action and complied with the requirements of civil litigation in Federal Court. &nbsp;Throughout the litigation, the City has steadfastly held the position that Salina’s Sign Code is constitutional.The City and Plaintiffs have filed summary judgment motions in this case. &nbsp;The Court has advised that a ruling on the motions is anticipated on or about August 8, 2025. &nbsp;The Court further advised that if one or more claims survive, a bench trial beginning October 7, 2025 will occur.[1] The City is aware of certain media reports and social media commentary that were not initiated by the City or its counsel regarding the federal case of Cozy Inn, Incorporated d/b/a The Cozy Inn; Stephen Howard v. City of Salina, Kansas, Civil Action No. 6:24-cv-01027-TC-ADM, which is currently pending in the United States District Court, District of Kansas. Some of the reports and commentary have inaccurately described the facts, circumstances, and stakes of the case. &nbsp;As such, the City is releasing this statement. &nbsp;The statements contained herein are statements that have been set forth in public record, such as pleadings or motions filed in The Cozy Inn, et al. v. City of Salina case, United States Supreme Court decisions, news articles or websites. &nbsp;Accordingly, this statement shall not be construed as a waiver of any applicable privilege. &nbsp;Outside of the information contained in this statement, at this time the City will not provide further public comment. &nbsp;[2] The City’s Brief in Support of its Motion for Summary Judgment with exhibits, the City’s Reply Brief in Support of its Motion for Summary Judgment with exhibits, the City’s Brief in Support of its Motion to Dismiss, the City’s Reply Brief in Support of its Motion to Dismiss, as well as the Court’s Amended Pre-Trial Order may be accessed here:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.salina-ks.gov/cozy-inn-legal-documents">Cozy Inn Legal Documents</a>The Salina Post will continue to cover this lawsuit and all updates will be posted.

UPDATED: City of Salina issues written statement regarding the Cozy Inn lawsuit

"Do what you can, when you can and if we have it, we share it" is the motto for Salina Shares, which is meant to encourage others in giving to those who are less fortunate. Salina Shares gives away home goods without a price, fee or loan to those who need it the most.&nbsp;

Cheerful givers is an understatement for those who give at Salina Shares. Founder and Executive Director, Debbie Rivers has had a journey before the non-profit started. 

It all began back in 2012, where Rivers and her friends decided to give away home goods for people in her garage. She called it the "Kindness Party" and they would consistently give to the needy on a weekly basis.&nbsp;

Fast forward to 2013, Rivers and her friends started to receive public attention. Rivers then received a call from the Salina Housing Authority and asked her if she can help meet the needs of some of the families they received for service. Rivers then decided to help those families, because they had plenty of stuff to still give away. After this, Rivers and her friends started to serve at laundromats, by offering to pay for people's laundry.

This kindness from Rivers and her companions is what sparked the countless conversations from the public of potentially becoming a non-profit.&nbsp;

"I never thought about becoming a non-profit," said Rivers. "All we wanted to do was just share what we had and do people's laundry."

Throughout constant persuasions from the public on encouraging Rivers to become a non-profit, in 2014, two people decided to give Rivers $200 each to pay the fee of becoming a non-profit. However, Rivers did not use it right away.

"Those $400 sat on my shelf for two years," said Rivers. "Becoming a non-profit was never the intention."

After two years of much thought and continuous convincing from the public, Rivers decided to start "Salina Shares."

"I wrestled with this in my heart with God, because I did not want people to think I was becoming a non-profit for monetary reasons," said Rivers.

Once Salina Shares started, the following year in 2017, a rental company proposed to help Rivers and her team obtain a primary location. Rivers was shocked when this offer came to her, but she was more than grateful to accept it.&nbsp;

When the building was purchased, the rental company renovated the structure and it became the current location that Salina Shares rents on&nbsp;155 S. 5th St.&nbsp;

"This was a God thing," said Rivers. "These people are the same way as us, because our service just like them is unto the Lord and not about the money."

Rivers and her team continue to serve the community in ways that even leave an impact on their lives. She is impacted by the testimonies and current conditions that people face when they are in need. Rivers commented on how she feels when helping the less fortunate.

"I feel like this is what I am supposed to be doing and I love what I do," said Rivers. "My husband just retired and he asked when I was going to retire, but I told him I don't know because this does not feel like anything to retire from."

Salina Shares provides home goods such as, clothes, shoes, hygiene, food, blankets, pots/pans, cleaners, beds and much more. 

They accept donations and currently need items that include pots &amp; pans (new or used - especially large skillets), City Go bus passes ($5 a strip), can openers (new), large adult backpacks (used), toilet bowl brushes and bowl cleaners, dish soap, multi-surface cleaners and travel or full size personal hygiene supplies.&nbsp;

For the Salina Shares website and to donate, go to:<a href="https://www.salinashares.org/">&nbsp;https://www.salinashares.org/</a>

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748964840613.jpeg" alt="1 Thessalonians 5:18 inside the Salina Shares store; photo by Nicolas Fierro" />
 <figcaption>1 Thessalonians 5:18 inside the Salina Shares store; photo by Nicolas Fierro</figcaption>
 </figure>By: NICOLAS FIERROSalina Post"Do what you can, when you can and if we have it, we share it" is the motto for Salina Shares, which is meant to encourage others in giving to those who are less fortunate. Salina Shares gives away home goods without a price, fee or loan to those who need it the most.&nbsp;Cheerful givers is an understatement for those who give at Salina Shares. Founder and Executive Director, Debbie Rivers has had a journey before the non-profit started. It all began back in 2012, where Rivers and her friends decided to give away home goods for people in her garage. She called it the "Kindness Party" and they would consistently give to the needy on a weekly basis.&nbsp;Fast forward to 2013, Rivers and her friends started to receive public attention. Rivers then received a call from the Salina Housing Authority and asked her if she can help meet the needs of some of the families they received for service. Rivers then decided to help those families, because they had plenty of stuff to still give away. After this, Rivers and her friends started to serve at laundromats, by offering to pay for people's laundry.This kindness from Rivers and her companions is what sparked the countless conversations from the public of potentially becoming a non-profit.&nbsp;"I never thought about becoming a non-profit," said Rivers. "All we wanted to do was just share what we had and do people's laundry."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748965783444.jpeg" alt=""Do what you can, when you can" inside Salina Shares; photo by Nicolas Fierro" />
 <figcaption>"Do what you can, when you can" inside Salina Shares; photo by Nicolas Fierro</figcaption>
 </figure><h2>The Birth of Salina Shares</h2>Throughout constant persuasions from the public on encouraging Rivers to become a non-profit, in 2014, two people decided to give Rivers $200 each to pay the fee of becoming a non-profit. However, Rivers did not use it right away."Those $400 sat on my shelf for two years," said Rivers. "Becoming a non-profit was never the intention."After two years of much thought and continuous convincing from the public, Rivers decided to start "Salina Shares.""I wrestled with this in my heart with God, because I did not want people to think I was becoming a non-profit for monetary reasons," said Rivers.<h2>The Growth of Salina Shares</h2>Once Salina Shares started, the following year in 2017, a rental company proposed to help Rivers and her team obtain a primary location. Rivers was shocked when this offer came to her, but she was more than grateful to accept it.&nbsp;When the building was purchased, the rental company renovated the structure and it became the current location that Salina Shares rents on&nbsp;155 S. 5th St.&nbsp;"This was a God thing," said Rivers. "These people are the same way as us, because our service just like them is unto the Lord and not about the money."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748964812476.jpeg" alt=""Four doors, four decisions" to signify the open doors that was set in place for Rivers and the four decisions she made to start Salina Shares; photo by Nicolas Fierro" />
 <figcaption>"Four doors, four decisions" to signify the open doors that was set in place for Rivers and the four decisions she made to start Salina Shares; photo by Nicolas Fierro</figcaption>
 </figure>Rivers and her team continue to serve the community in ways that even leave an impact on their lives. She is impacted by the testimonies and current conditions that people face when they are in need. Rivers commented on how she feels when helping the less fortunate."I feel like this is what I am supposed to be doing and I love what I do," said Rivers. "My husband just retired and he asked when I was going to retire, but I told him I don't know because this does not feel like anything to retire from."<h2>Services Salina Shares Provides</h2>Salina Shares provides home goods such as, clothes, shoes, hygiene, food, blankets, pots/pans, cleaners, beds and much more. They accept donations and currently need items that include pots &amp; pans (new or used - especially large skillets), City Go bus passes ($5 a strip), can openers (new), large adult backpacks (used), toilet bowl brushes and bowl cleaners, dish soap, multi-surface cleaners and travel or full size personal hygiene supplies.&nbsp;"God knows your needs," stated Rivers.For the Salina Shares website and to donate, go to:<a href="https://www.salinashares.org/">&nbsp;https://www.salinashares.org/</a>

Salina Shares looks into the needs of others without a price or debt owed

Salina South High School has announced Honor Roll recipients for the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year, grades 9-12. According to the institution, Honor Roll is computed each semester based upon a 3.0 or better grade point average and no F grades. Below is the list of students who achieved Honor Roll for grades 9-12.

The list of names are in alphabetical order by last name for each grade:

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2022/9/1663865459805.jpeg" alt="Salina South front entrance&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Salina South front entrance&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>Salina PostSalina South High School has announced Honor Roll recipients for the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year, grades 9-12. According to the institution, Honor Roll is computed each semester based upon a 3.0 or better grade point average and no F grades. Below is the list of students who achieved Honor Roll for grades 9-12.The list of names are in alphabetical order by last name for each grade:<h2>9th grade:</h2>Allen, Olivia A.Anderes, Cooper J.Anderson-Kepley, Parker A.Barnett, Kailey P.Bergstrom, Bradyn K.Boatright, Zoe M.Boswell, Isaiah M.Bowman, Landon C.Boxum, Josiah R.Boyles, Elsie R.Brenneman, Emily K.Brewer, Lyndon J.Burch, Parker S.Burr, Bayler L.Cao, Ky T.Carlson, Jephrey J.Castro, AlizaCastro Palacios, EstefanyCheeks, BralynnCortes Perez, BlancaCripe, Keira R.Diaz, Sabina K.Durr, Jessie L.Ebert, Corbin C.Fox, IsaiahFox, Maynard O.Fullen, Kettler C.Gardner, NicholasGonzalez Flores, AshleyGraves, Arissa G.Hamel, Danica P.Hamel, Kyla L.Harris, Delaney P.Harris, Logan R.Hayes, Payton J.Helsel, Colin J.Hernandez, Gissella M.Hiers, Savannah D.Hilbert, Nathan D.Hoekstra, Thea J.Horning, Sydni P.Howard, Gage J.Howard, Gavin C.Huertas Morales, Dainelys E.Hutfles, Jordin M.Huynh, Aiden J.Ibarra, Arianna C.Johnson, Addilyn L.Jones, Jack W.Jones, Morganne O.Kimmi, Lyla M.Klenda, Digby D.Korgol, Kyla C.Larson, Kadin M.Leuthiphonh, LenaLittle, Caddock L.Lobato, Jack B.Lopez, Jazlyn B.Lundblade, Addison R.Lytle, Brayden D.Mack, Antanique E.Martin-Escobedo, Lourdes J.Martinez, Moriah J.Martinez Zuniga, Malcon J.Mathews, Devin A.Maxton, Natalie R.McClintock, IanMcCray, Montreal C.McHenry, Lilyane R.Medina, Xavier D.Mendiola, DamianMinneman, EmberMould, AxannaMusselwhite, Paxton L.Nairat, HalaOlvera, Alexander I.Orr, Alexis R.Orr, Fernanda Y.Perez Hernandez, CynthiaPhillips, Mia T.Pickerill, Slade R.Pickering, Jordyn N.Presnell, Azahana M.Putman, Tayvion J.Radke, AlissaRamos, Agustin G.Riffel, Brayden C.Riley, Rosalyn M.Rodriguez, Keaton E.Russell, Sarah-Lynn N.Salazar, MelindaSaner, Abigail G.Schrage, Ashley N.Seay, Nora M.Shaw, Jocelyn G.Sheridan, Kacelyn C.Simpson, Natalie M.Sims, Danica C.Snethen, Trevor A.Solis, Jehu A.Soto, FrancoSpeer, Kaylen R.Spratlen, BryleeTeel, Annalise C.Telles, Izrael S.Tso, AmyVanAuken, NatalieWebb, Irelynn J.Weber, Conner S.Weber, Jack R.Wille, Hanna N.Wisker, Elysse L.<h2>10th grade:</h2>Allen, Asiah E.Anthony, Jaxon C.Augustine, Brysen A.Augustine, Hayden A.Becker, Madalynn K.Benavides, BrittanyBennett, Nevaeh E.Beus, Charlie M.Boor, Alyssa M.Brown, Kenzie D.Campbell, Rayne N.Case, Justin B.Castro-Arceo, AnaliliaChestnutt, Kyla J.Chimkho, JittakarnCollazo, Daniel A.Covington, Jake A.Dao, Khai V.Davis, Kira R.Davis, Summer E.De Mel, Ryle A.DeCamp, Madison G.Diaz, AllissonDooley, Gracyn E.Draper, KiyaDreher, MykleEllis, Rylan K.Fauci-Wills, Xander J.Flores, Simon R.Franco, Armando M.Garcia, YoselineGarman, Dariyn E.Girard, Maddox E.Goldsby, Kaden J.Graves, Jaylee Ann P.Haas, Lennon R.Harris, Quinn A.Haviland, Aaliyah L.Henley, Kobie R.Hett, Sabian E.Holle, Holden T.Holliday, EliseHomelvig-Deppe, Sloan K.Houte, Madison M.Hull, Anna M.Hutton, Cooper W.Ibarra, Gabriela A.Jessie, DonTray D. Jr.Khamdalanikone, Lilly A.Kinderknecht, Jamenn L.Kitchen, Abigail E.Kitchener, Jaxton T.Kochanowski, Savannah G.Koster, Taliyah J.Lagroon, Cale B.Lara, Rogelio A.Lemaster, Liam E.Leonard, Jaxson P.Lewis, Cooper D.Lindsay, Ava N.Lizcano Trejo, GiandibelLowe, Adalyn M.Mahmoudian Riley, Sophia P.Malbrough, Carter D.Mall, Amelia C.Marin, Sierra C.Matto, Anna E.McMullen, Grant V.Mead, LeahMehler, Gabriel C.Mendiola, ArturoMichel, Ledger J.Mincks, Nate R.Morris, Marin E.Moulton, Trinady A.Murdock, Hollis I.Nouanlasy, Eli J.On, Angela L.Ortega, GreydisPatel, Aryan P.Perez, Kaleighah M.Perez Hernandez, EstebanPhonthachack, GeorgePrieto, Jesus A.Purucker, Amaya M.Quinton, Khail A.Redmond, Armane M.Riffel, Natalie G.Rivera, DamianRivera, Josephine G.Saekhow, SaikhamSankey, Mason D.Sarabia Rodriguez, Denisse I.Scoville, Rogan C.Shields, Anthony D.Showman, Kinsleigh T.Simmons, Calli K.Stauffer, Caden J.Stein, Leah C.Stillwagon, Lacee G.Stone, KalebStrowig, Jena E.Stuart, Conner R.Torrey, Leah M.Veal, Kimara D.Warhurst, Parker G.Webb, Breckon M.Werner, Madelynn A.White, Hailey E.Yost, Marley R.<h2>11th grade:</h2>Acheson, Jaden A.Acton, DelaneyAdams, Brooklyn L.Adams, NicolisAddo, Maureen M.Aguilar Ruiz Esparza, Manuel E.Anderson, Gunnar S.Arceo, AlinaArceo, Jorge J.Baird, Ella G.Barth, Elle E.Bicknell, Jillian C.Brown, Daimean J.Brunsting, AddelynBurch, Trinity A.Burse, McKenzie C.Camacho-Romero, Ivanna C.Carlson, Kearson A.Carter, Annabella M.Castro, Elijah J.Chavez, NayeliCheeks, Jalen J.Cochran, Lia F.Collins, Hailey M.Cortes Perez, Oscar A.Crow, Lauren C.Daily, Sophie L.Dara, MiaDavidson, Zoe E.Davis, Calvin B.Davis, Lillian R.De Santiago Roman, PamelaDeherrera, Amari I.Dennett, Miles H.Detlefson, Nathan L.DeVoe, GavinDillon, Aubrianna L.Dominguez, Samantha L.Doonan, Bryce C.Draper, Analeigh E.Edwards, Jasyn D.Elting, Anistyn C.Emerson, Haylee M.Escalante, Marcello T.Escobedo, GalileaEsquivel, AlanaFauci-Wills, Summer R.Freeman, Chase D.Fritz, Paityn R.Gahr, NicolasGaray, Elizabeth M.Garay, MariahGates, Jaelyn J.Gerry, Lydia E.Halferty, Makayla C.Hammond, Cale M.Harris, M'Lynn K.Harris, Sawyer N.Harrison, LeviHassler, RubyHerbel, Kolton L.Huffman, Landon M.Hull, Kate E.Hulsey, Aurora A.Hurren, Jalee M.Huynh, Brandon N.Huynh, Bryan N.In, Phanuwat J.Jaime-Dominguez, JazmineJohnson, Joseph A.Johnson, Kalliauna K.Jordan, BrooklynKhamdalanikone, Eden B.Kinion, Kristen J.Lai, JulieLarsen, Brooklynn A.Lauber, Addison N.Le, Alaina T.Lee Perez, JoshuaLong, Kierra M.Luna, ElizabethMarshall, Addison A.Maxton, Isabelle A.McDonald, DamonMcGinty, Isabelah D.McMullen, Mikayla R.Mena, DeonteMiller, Davin J.Miller, Hannah L.Montgomery, Kingston Z.Montoy, Saibre V.Moss, Brylee G.Nguyen, Jennifer T.O'Connor, Madelyn R.Owens, Catelynn N.Perez, Izabella J.Peterson, Tucker J.Pfertsh, Emma'Lee M.Phachanla, PhilipzPhalen, Laurynn K.Phetsomphou, Makayla S.Phomchaleun, SadiePhonthachack, PeterPiepho, Jayden L.Pinedo De La Torre, Jose E.Pommer, Tate J.Ponton, Kira L.Quiroz Ortega, ClaudineRamirez, GabrielleRuiz, MarcellSaner, Adalyne D.Schutz, Rebecca A.Shaw, Cason L.Shaw, Sydney N.Sitton, Bronx J.Smidt, Pekka L.Soto, Joshua F.Soto Mendez, Julissa N.Speilman, Aidan J.Strowig, Anneliese K.Szyndlar, Jakub W.Taylor, Miley L.Tran, Tam T.Underwood, Lawrence P.Vaquera, Kayleigh M.Vidales, Leonardo T.Weikle, Delaney M.Wheelbarger, Gabriel J.Whitmer, Sekoia L.Wilcox, Easton C.Wolters, Kaicen G.Woodard, Hannah K.<h2>12th grade:</h2>Alvarado, Alondra E.Amaro, Kelly A.Anderes, Aidan F.Augustine, Camden J.Berndt, Savannah N.Bettles, Bryson P.Blair, Boston A.Boyer, Bailey S.Bray, Allie M.Brenneman, Natalie G.Bui, Minh AnhBunville, Brooklynn J.Burks, Caden J.Burr, Annabelle L.Campa, Naomi A.Castro, Baylee D.Cheeks, TamiaCochran, Ian S.Cook, Jaycee B.Cyre, Ava J.De Leon Montanez, Linsey A.De Leon Murillo, Daniela V.Diaz, Brianna P.Diaz, Joselin P.Duran, Alejandro J.Durr, Madison D.Escobedo, AndreaFair, Tiara A.Fischer, Dru D.Fishback, Dayana D.Franco, ErikFrederking, Addison G.Galvan, Leah M.Garcia, Cesar J.Garcia, Elena A.Gardner, Hannah J.Garnett, Brodie C.Geist, Kaitlyn M.Gonzalez-Keophaymany, DestinyGuerra, Elizabeth C.Gunelson, Henslie G.Hamel, Garrett A.Hamilton, Jocelyn A.Harding, Brady A.Harris, Andrew R.Hayes, Mylee A.Helsel, Chloe J.Hemberger, Haley A.Hensley, Cali L.Herbel, Taelin J.Hernandez, Diego A.Heusman, Carson D.Hicklin, Bethany P.Hinojosa, BryanHughes, Brooklin M.Humphrey, Jace K.Iselin, Sean J.Janousek, Morgan L.Jasso-Escobedo, AnthonyJohnson, Zachary P.Jones, Bret M.Keller, Toby A.Kinderknecht, Trevor A.Kitchen, Connor R.Lainer, BayleeLanger, Mackenzie J.Leonard, Sydni K.Lovett, Elizabeth Y.Lumley, Mae V.Maholland, Ashlyn T.Mariscal-Valencia, JesusMartinez, AnahiMartinez, Josiah J.Masse, Kyler G.Matto, Luke M.McKenna, Samuel E.Mincks, Noah B.Mohamed Ishak, Abdul RahmanMontgomery, Talia C.Morales, TaniaMunoz, Carlos A.Murdock, Nash R.Newman, HermioneNorris, Dylan E.Nouanlasy, JonathanNowak, Jennifer N.Ogden, Danielle R.Ojeda, KamilaOliver, Brady C.Osborn, Sophia M.Palacios, Guadalupe V.Parson, Berklie R.Perez-Sorto, Xiomara A.Perry, Jackson M.Piepho, Jeffrey M.Preble, Madyson E.Price, Isabella G.Purcell, Carter L.Putman, Landon W.Rassette, Lawson A.Riley, Madisyn D.Roudybush, Myah C.Schroller, Kaden M.Schutz, Hannah M.Sellers, Evie R.Sidebottom, Ava L.Silvestre, NataliaSmith, Grady J.Smith, Sheldone S. IISnow, Kaisen R.Soden, Lakin L.Soto Cardona, AlfredoSummers, Shiloh A.Tran, Hao T.Tran, Jacob M.Tran, Phuong N.Travis, Alissa A.Tripp, Royce C.Trow, Mark W.Truong, EmilyTso, DannyUmscheid, Carson B.Valle Zapata, Yarleen Z.Vargas, Callie R.Wachs, Kaidan R.Watts, Kamryn L.Weaver, Brooklyn M.Webb, Cheyenne R.Wellbrock, Carson D.Werth, Callie J.Wille, Emma G.Williams, Grant D.Williams, JermiahWoodin, Lyllie M.Xaysongkham, Sadie J.Yost, Macy C.

South announces Honor Roll recipients for the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Domestic battery: Knowing/reckless bodily harm

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Failure to appear; Interference with LEO; knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle for misdemeanor case; Criminal trespass; Property as posted per KSA 32-1013; Failure to appear; Probation Violation

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Domestic Battery: rude physical contact

REQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Criminal restraint; Domestic Battery: rude physical contact

NAME:&nbsp;Riffle, Brian Christopher

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Return for court testimony

NAME:&nbsp;Spotted War Bonnet, Charles William

REQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Probation Violation

Following is recent booking activity for the Saline County Jail, as provided by law enforcement. Photos, if provided, are courtesy of Saline County Jail. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748953322463.jpeg" alt="Baker, Shailyn Ilene&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Baker, Shailyn Ilene&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Baker, Shailyn IleneREQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Outside warrant/NCIC hit<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748953378337.jpeg" alt="Coffman, David Scott&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Coffman, David Scott&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Coffman, David ScottREQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Outside warrant/NCIC hit<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748953454704.jpeg" alt="Dirksen, Destany Marie&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Dirksen, Destany Marie&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Dirksen, Destany MarieREQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Domestic battery: Knowing/reckless bodily harm<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748953502378.jpeg" alt="Gonzalez, Ivan Israel&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Gonzalez, Ivan Israel&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Gonzalez, Ivan IsraelREQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Failure to appear; Interference with LEO; knowingly flee by means other than motor vehicle for misdemeanor case; Criminal trespass; Property as posted per KSA 32-1013; Failure to appear; Probation Violation<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748953567058.jpeg" alt="Jacobia, Rachel Lyn&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Jacobia, Rachel Lyn&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Jacobia, Rachel LynREQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Domestic Battery: rude physical contact<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748953615932.jpeg" alt="Martin, Ryan Scott&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Martin, Ryan Scott&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Martin, Ryan ScottREQUESTED CHARGES:&nbsp;Criminal restraint; Domestic Battery: rude physical contact<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748953664124.jpeg" alt="Riffle, Brian Christopher&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Riffle, Brian Christopher&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Riffle, Brian ChristopherREQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Return for court testimony<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2025/6/1748953707282.jpeg" alt="Spotted War Bonnet, Charles William&nbsp;" />
 <figcaption>Spotted War Bonnet, Charles William&nbsp;</figcaption>
 </figure>NAME:&nbsp;Spotted War Bonnet, Charles WilliamREQUESTED CHARGE:&nbsp;Probation Violation

Saline County Jail Bookings, June 3

On Monday, June 2nd at the Salina City Commission meeting, Mayor Greg Lenkiewicz addressed the public concerning the Cozy Inn lawsuit that was filed against the City of Salina on February 19th, 2024.&nbsp;

After two executive sessions, Mayor Lenkiewicz issued written statements regarding the publicity over the federal lawsuit that is currently pending in the&nbsp;United States District Court for the District of Kansas.

Below is the recording of the executive session regarding the Cozy Inn lawsuit:

Sources Mayor Lenkiewicz mentioned in the statement by order:

1. <a href="https://kansasjusticeinstitute.org/case/salina-mural-free-speech/">Kansas Justice of Institute (KJI)</a>&nbsp;

2. <a href="https://www.oyez.org/cases/2021/20-1029">City of Austin, Texas v. Reagan National Advertising of Texas Inc.</a>

3. <a href="https://library.municode.com/ks/salina/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=CH42ZORE_ARTXIVDE_S42-637BU#:~:text=%2D%20Building.,-Share%20Link&amp;text=Building%20is%20any%20covered%20structure,permanently%20affixed%20to%20the%20land.">Salina Code Section 42-637</a>

4. <a href="https://pacer.uscourts.gov/">Public Access to Courts Electronic Records (PACER)</a>&nbsp;(login information required)

More updates on this case the Salina Post receives will be updated.

By: NICOLAS FIERROSalina PostOn Monday, June 2nd at the Salina City Commission meeting, Mayor Greg Lenkiewicz addressed the public concerning the Cozy Inn lawsuit that was filed against the City of Salina on February 19th, 2024.&nbsp;After two executive sessions, Mayor Lenkiewicz issued written statements regarding the publicity over the federal lawsuit that is currently pending in the&nbsp;United States District Court for the District of Kansas.Below is the recording of the executive session regarding the Cozy Inn lawsuit:<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/_WH1NaOi-I8?si=hNxISw8CXerxyUX2&amp;start=13969" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>Sources Mayor Lenkiewicz mentioned in the statement by order:1. <a href="https://kansasjusticeinstitute.org/case/salina-mural-free-speech/">Kansas Justice of Institute (KJI)</a>&nbsp;2. <a href="https://www.oyez.org/cases/2021/20-1029">City of Austin, Texas v. Reagan National Advertising of Texas Inc.</a>3. <a href="https://library.municode.com/ks/salina/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=CH42ZORE_ARTXIVDE_S42-637BU#:~:text=%2D%20Building.,-Share%20Link&amp;text=Building%20is%20any%20covered%20structure,permanently%20affixed%20to%20the%20land.">Salina Code Section 42-637</a>4. <a href="https://pacer.uscourts.gov/">Public Access to Courts Electronic Records (PACER)</a>&nbsp;(login information required)More updates on this case the Salina Post receives will be updated.

🎥 Mayor Lenkiewicz addresses publicity and insight about the Cozy Inn lawsuit

Republicans in Saline and Dickinson County are getting&nbsp;ready to find a replacement for Kansas Senator J.R. (Jeremy) Claeys of the 24th&nbsp;District who&nbsp;is taking a job with the Trump administration.&nbsp;&nbsp;

According to a story in the <a href="https://sunflowerstatejournal.com/claeys-takes-job-with-trump-administration/">Monday Sunflower State Journal</a>, Claeys in a letter to Kansas Senate Ty Masterson, has accepted a position&nbsp;with the USDA and will lead the office of Rural Business Service.&nbsp;Claeys began his new job Monday.&nbsp;

According to the Sunflower State Journal, The Rural Business&nbsp;Service provides&nbsp;financial&nbsp;assistance, technical support, and resources to help rural businesses expand, become more competitive, and promote community development.&nbsp;

According to&nbsp;sources in the&nbsp;Republican party in Saline and Dickinson&nbsp;counties, two names have been brought up&nbsp;as&nbsp;a replacement for Claeys. 

They are former Saline County Treasurer Jim Dubois and Abilene State Rep. Scott Hill.&nbsp;&nbsp;

GOP precinct committeemen and women in the district will select a replacement&nbsp;for Claeys, who was just re-elected this past November. 

A date for&nbsp;selection&nbsp;of a replacement has not been announced.&nbsp;

Below is the letter Senator J.R. Claeys wrote to Kansas Senate President, Ty Masterson:

For	the	past	13	years	I	have	had	the	privilege of	serving	my	hometown	in	the	Kansas	Legislature.	Representing	the	people	of	Saline	and	Dickinson	County	— including	Salina	where	I	was	born	and	raised	— has	been	the	honor	of	my	life.

During	my	tenure,	the	areas	I	represent	have	seen	growth	typically	reserved	to	the	major	metropolitan	areas	of	our	state.	Public	safety	has	been	improved	with	new	investments	in	the	Kansas	Highway	Patrol,	our	transportation	plan	includes	a	new	interchange	at	I-70	and	I-135,	housing	shortages	have	been	eased	with	programming	and	grants	to	bring	hundreds	of	new	housing	units	online	in	Salina,	major	manufacturers	have	doubled	and	tripled	in	size,	our	airport	is	expanding	both	physically	with	a	new	terminal	and with	additional	flights	to	three	hubs,	a	downtown	has	come	back	to	life	with	STAR	Bond	expansion,	the	Eisenhower	Presidential	Library	is	expanding,	new	industries	have	moved	their	operations	from	a	thousand	miles	away,	enormous	hangars	for	aircraft	manufacturing	are	under	construction,	our	flight	school	is	one	of	three	in	the	nation	offering	hours	on	jet	aircraft,	medical	services	for	residents	in	need	are	more	accessible	with	state	investment	in	our	family	healthcare	facility,	more	doctors	and	nurses	are	graduating	our	programs	to	serve	rural	Kansas,	and	educational	opportunities	in	central	Kansas	are	more	prevalent	than	any&nbsp;time	in	our	history.

This	is	a	record	of	success	that	all	of	us	can	be	immensely	proud	of,	including	all	of	those	who	helped	make	this	turnaround	possible. But the	best	is	yet	to	come.

We	have	laid	the	foundation	for	massive	federal	investment,	major	manufacturers	and	service	providers	are	choosing	central	Kansas	as	their	home,	and	a new	generation	of	technological	evolution	is	taking	place	right	here	in	the	middle	of	our	state.	Rural	America	is	not	an	afterthought.	It	is	where	the	strongest	work	ethic	exists	in	our	nation.	A	resource	more	valuable	than	any	other.

I	will	always	be	proud	that	I	arrived	at	the	Statehouse	every	day	with	that	same	work	ethic	to	fight	for	rural	Kansans	and	the	people	I	serve.

With	a	desire	to	continue	to	fight	for	rural	Americans,	I	have	accepted	an	appointment	offered	by	President	Donald	Trump	and	Secretary	Brooke	Rollins	to	lead	the	Rural	Business	Service	in	the	United	States	Department	of	Agriculture	effective	June	2,	2025.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/3/1710518142729.png" alt=" Sen. J.R. Claeys, seen during a Jan. 17, 2024, Senate session; (Sherman Smith/Kansas Reflector)" />
 <figcaption> Sen. J.R. Claeys, seen during a Jan. 17, 2024, Senate session; (Sherman Smith/Kansas Reflector)</figcaption>
 </figure>Salina PostRepublicans in Saline and Dickinson County are getting&nbsp;ready to find a replacement for Kansas Senator J.R. (Jeremy) Claeys of the 24th&nbsp;District who&nbsp;is taking a job with the Trump administration.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to a story in the <a href="https://sunflowerstatejournal.com/claeys-takes-job-with-trump-administration/">Monday Sunflower State Journal</a>, Claeys in a letter to Kansas Senate Ty Masterson, has accepted a position&nbsp;with the USDA and will lead the office of Rural Business Service.&nbsp;Claeys began his new job Monday.&nbsp;According to the Sunflower State Journal, The Rural Business&nbsp;Service provides&nbsp;financial&nbsp;assistance, technical support, and resources to help rural businesses expand, become more competitive, and promote community development.&nbsp;According to&nbsp;sources in the&nbsp;Republican party in Saline and Dickinson&nbsp;counties, two names have been brought up&nbsp;as&nbsp;a replacement for Claeys. They are former Saline County Treasurer Jim Dubois and Abilene State Rep. Scott Hill.&nbsp;&nbsp;GOP precinct committeemen and women in the district will select a replacement&nbsp;for Claeys, who was just re-elected this past November. A date for&nbsp;selection&nbsp;of a replacement has not been announced.&nbsp;Below is the letter Senator J.R. Claeys wrote to Kansas Senate President, Ty Masterson:Dear	President	Masterson,For	the	past	13	years	I	have	had	the	privilege of	serving	my	hometown	in	the	Kansas	Legislature.	Representing	the	people	of	Saline	and	Dickinson	County	— including	Salina	where	I	was	born	and	raised	— has	been	the	honor	of	my	life.	During	my	tenure,	the	areas	I	represent	have	seen	growth	typically	reserved	to	the	major	metropolitan	areas	of	our	state.	Public	safety	has	been	improved	with	new	investments	in	the	Kansas	Highway	Patrol,	our	transportation	plan	includes	a	new	interchange	at	I-70	and	I-135,	housing	shortages	have	been	eased	with	programming	and	grants	to	bring	hundreds	of	new	housing	units	online	in	Salina,	major	manufacturers	have	doubled	and	tripled	in	size,	our	airport	is	expanding	both	physically	with	a	new	terminal	and with	additional	flights	to	three	hubs,	a	downtown	has	come	back	to	life	with	STAR	Bond	expansion,	the	Eisenhower	Presidential	Library	is	expanding,	new	industries	have	moved	their	operations	from	a	thousand	miles	away,	enormous	hangars	for	aircraft	manufacturing	are	under	construction,	our	flight	school	is	one	of	three	in	the	nation	offering	hours	on	jet	aircraft,	medical	services	for	residents	in	need	are	more	accessible	with	state	investment	in	our	family	healthcare	facility,	more	doctors	and	nurses	are	graduating	our	programs	to	serve	rural	Kansas,	and	educational	opportunities	in	central	Kansas	are	more	prevalent	than	any&nbsp;time	in	our	history.	This	is	a	record	of	success	that	all	of	us	can	be	immensely	proud	of,	including	all	of	those	who	helped	make	this	turnaround	possible. But the	best	is	yet	to	come.We	have	laid	the	foundation	for	massive	federal	investment,	major	manufacturers	and	service	providers	are	choosing	central	Kansas	as	their	home,	and	a new	generation	of	technological	evolution	is	taking	place	right	here	in	the	middle	of	our	state.	Rural	America	is	not	an	afterthought.	It	is	where	the	strongest	work	ethic	exists	in	our	nation.	A	resource	more	valuable	than	any	other.I	will	always	be	proud	that	I	arrived	at	the	Statehouse	every	day	with	that	same	work	ethic	to	fight	for	rural	Kansans	and	the	people	I	serve.With	a	desire	to	continue	to	fight	for	rural	Americans,	I	have	accepted	an	appointment	offered	by	President	Donald	Trump	and	Secretary	Brooke	Rollins	to	lead	the	Rural	Business	Service	in	the	United	States	Department	of	Agriculture	effective	June	2,	2025.Sincerely,Senator	J.R.	Claeys

GOP to find replacement for Senator J.R. Claeys

Monday noon was the deadline for residents to file to run for the Salina City Commission and the USD 305 Board of Education. 

For the November 4th&nbsp;General Election, there were 9 candidates for the City Commission including three incumbents.&nbsp;

In addition to incumbents Dr. Trent&nbsp;Davis,&nbsp;Bill&nbsp;Longbine,&nbsp;and Mayor Greg Lenkiewicz the following residents have filed for the three seats up for election:&nbsp;

Johnnie A (JAK) Keller, Keith Cooper, John C. Price, Dean Klenda, Former City Commissioner Randall Hardy and Doug Remp.&nbsp;

The top two vote getters in November will receive 4-year terms, with the third-place finisher&nbsp;receiving a 2-year term.&nbsp;

For the Salina USD 305 School Board two of three incumbents have filed for re-election. Gabe Grant and Bonnie&nbsp;Schamberger are seeking another 4-year term on the Board. Current board member Jim Fletcher is not running for another term. Three other Salina residents are&nbsp;running are:&nbsp;

Rebecca (Becky) Lynn Norlin, Amy Freelove and Dana Johnson&nbsp;

For a complete list of all candidates running for office in Saline County, go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.salinecountyks.gov/election">https://www.salinecountyks.gov/election</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/9/1695675692982.jpeg" alt="Saline County and Salina City building; photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Saline County and Salina City building; photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>Salina PostMonday noon was the deadline for residents to file to run for the Salina City Commission and the USD 305 Board of Education. For the November 4th&nbsp;General Election, there were 9 candidates for the City Commission including three incumbents.&nbsp;In addition to incumbents Dr. Trent&nbsp;Davis,&nbsp;Bill&nbsp;Longbine,&nbsp;and Mayor Greg Lenkiewicz the following residents have filed for the three seats up for election:&nbsp;Johnnie A (JAK) Keller, Keith Cooper, John C. Price, Dean Klenda, Former City Commissioner Randall Hardy and Doug Remp.&nbsp;The top two vote getters in November will receive 4-year terms, with the third-place finisher&nbsp;receiving a 2-year term.&nbsp;For the Salina USD 305 School Board two of three incumbents have filed for re-election. Gabe Grant and Bonnie&nbsp;Schamberger are seeking another 4-year term on the Board. Current board member Jim Fletcher is not running for another term. Three other Salina residents are&nbsp;running are:&nbsp;Rebecca (Becky) Lynn Norlin, Amy Freelove and Dana Johnson&nbsp;For a complete list of all candidates running for office in Saline County, go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.salinecountyks.gov/election">https://www.salinecountyks.gov/election</a>.

Local candidates announced for City Commission and USD 305 Board of Education

Salina Central High School has announced Honor Roll recipients for the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year, grades 9-12. According to the institution, Honor Roll is computed each semester based upon a 3.0 or better grade point average and no F grades. Below is the list of students who achieved Honor Roll for grades 9-12.

Names listed are labeled by alphabetical order (last name).

Liam M. Adams, Maria, Atena Alvarado, Eden I. Arb, Javyn J. Armstrong, Kevion N. Baham, Ashlee N. Bell, Paityn Berndt, Meera N. Bhakta, Tianna Blevins, Chloe A. Bohrer, Dominic C. Brosi, Tyler J. Brown, Briley R. Buchwald, Angel D. Chavez, Kiarra A. Codling, Jasmine J. Comes, Joseph R. Comes, Elina J. Dassow, Imani De La Cruz Bonane, Aidan J. Deniau-Young, Alyssa J. Dibble, Lillian J. Dreiling, Ariel A. Duxler, Alden J. Easter, Jacob N. Ebel, Paxtyn Ekberg, Vianey I. Esquivel, Beatriz Y. Felguerez, Ayden K. Flener, Duane M. Fliehe, Molly Foley, Zachary Fritz, Shaan C. Galvez, Marlana D. Gane-Henderson, Parker K. Gleason, Samuel Gonzalez Flores, Charlotte J. Gordon, Camille A. Graber, Ethan A. Gragg, Annika S. Green, William L. Griffith, Joely R. Guyett, Amiliar A. Guzman De Leon, Avry E. Hendricks, Kaylie S. Hickman, Grant D. Hinca, Jaylynn A. Holiday, Elizabeth K. Howard, William J. Howe, Alyssa J. Jackson, Aria G. Jagodzinske, Jack R. Jarvis, Kathryn R. Johnson, Keilyn D. Johnson, Sophia A. Johnson, Maia Jones, Kurumi Kitagawa, Eli Kreighbaum, Nissa M. Lamberson, Owen Leonard, Daniel A. Leyva Urrutia, Trey P. Lindsey, Yeraldi A. Loera, Addyson J. Lund, Gage K. Martin, Eunice Martinez, Tabitha J. Massey, Carlie G. McMichael, Deliliah A. McWhorter, Stephanie P. Merritt, Gabriella G. Merry, Anabelle J. Miller, Evelyn R. Myers, Meeah Nemechek, Kaeden J. Nienke, Grant Ostmeyer, Beckett Owings, Jazlyn G. Parham, Hannah Peckham, Kevia C. Pennyfeather, Abram K. Perez, Elijah L. Perry, Gavin R. Phillips, Miles J. Prophet, Lillyanna R. Ramirez, Aubrey S. Richard, Sage G. Rothenberger, Mazie B. Ryan, Madisyn C. Sandbo, Katara M. Sawyer, Reese A. Schneweis, Oscar W. Sheforgen, Joslyn D. Sibley, Abigail Slothower, Brecklyn M. Smith, Maliah M. Smith, Ryley M. Smith, Ethan C. Soper, Jillian G. Tarver, Izabella R. Tatro, Tucker R. Tatum, Jace S. Thompson, Jayden M. Timson, Bentley A. Toll, Lauren K. Tomson, Lily A. Upson, Renner T. VanZant, Greyson M. Waggoner, Briah M. Wallace, Steven A. Will, Hayden M. Woods, Zephaniah J. Woody, Ella M. Wright, Nicholas R. Xidis, Rena Zack, Marshall W. Zuccarelli

Juliet G. Abbott, Kendall R. Ablard, Luke G. Affholder, Caleb Aguilar, Mariana Aguilar, Alyxandria A. Aldrich, Alyna L. Alfaro, Ester Alvarado, Kayla G. Amaro, Aniah L. Apodaca, Aleigh N. Barten, LaMarr J. Bates, Katharine Boller, Jaylin R. Brown, Kaicee B. Brown, Bailey L. Bruce, Rylee L. Budke, Eleanor G. Burk, Kesley Burt, Ashlyn A. Calhoun, Ryne J. Callahan, Kaylee M. Callaway, Dylan J. Capsey, Katherine G. Chelvan, Hayley R. Cooley, Vanessa Cortes, Jackson R. Crippen, Aterriona C. Delaney, Braelyn K. Diggs, Kailey Dixon, Hudson C. Duff, Juliean Espada, Brayden R. Evans, Keaton Feil, Tinker Bell N. Felix Sanchez, Quentin Foley, Lexi R. Foos, Mason R. Fox-Glick, Conner T. Fuller, Iris L. George, Jaelie N. Gibson, Erin L. Griffith, Kallia E. Gross, Griffin Hall, Mitchell D. Haskett, Makambri J. Hastings, Kaylee L. Holmes, Krue Humphrey, Jonathan B. Huseman, Landon Hutchcraft, Matsuri Ikeda, Ethan D. Johns, Raegan M. Jones, Johnny D. Kathrineberg, Alex N. Kelley, Krrina R. Kevat, Connor A. Kline, Braxdon K. Knight, Kenadee L. Kohler, Jaygen T. Leach, Jaxon B. Lewick, Jace I. Lightner, Christian M. Liphart, Noah J. Lobdell, Cynthia G. Lockhart, Mari McEachin, Jeremiah A. McWhorter, Leah R. Meyer, Katarina Mildfelt, Maddisyn D. Myher, Hayden L. Nichols, Roselyn N. Nienke, Grace Ostmeyer, Nolan M. Paredes, Morgan B. Pavey, Josue D. Perez Alvarado, Kristina M. Perkins, Zayden E. Pierce, Jet M. Plumer, Azlan N. Presnell, Osmani A. Rabeiro-Puig, Areli M. Ramirez, Cassy A. Rodriguez, Leslie V. Rodriguez, Estrella Rodriguez-Espino, Lukas L. Roper, Taelon G. Roper, Evelyn J. Rose, Faustine L. Ross, Colin Rupe, Helena M. Santos, Alyssa M. Score, Viviana L. Segura, Seth Shafer, Logan J. Shirey, Kaylie J. Shultz, Hal Ryddyk B. Smith, Tenille P. Toelle, Ariana B. Tollison, Harper M. Turpin, Nolan R. Van Allen, Lilly J. VanZant, Karan Vashisth, Sophia A. Venegas, Madison R. Verhoeff, Katy Wagner, Ava R. Weaverling, Eliana R. Williams, Natalie Wilson, Mekenzie L. Wise, Tra'Zhon Wise, Noah M. Wright, Charles E. Young, Elizabeth E. Yoxall, Abigail Zerbe

Citlali M. Alarcon, Wyatt P. Angell, Kiandra S. Austin, Brooke Banninger, Madison R. Berndt, Ayushi H. Bhakta, Phoebe R. Bohrer, Marinela G. Brown-Mereles, Tate M. Buettgenbach, Autumn H. Burwell, Mya A. Clark, Gannon L. Cole, Jerome Conner JR, Kenny Ray P. Cooper, Aerith L. Cox, Holli M. Crawford, Rorik P. Crepps, Angelica Dao, Sarah Day, Jocelyn I. Del Real, Jesus A. Delgado, Liam M. Deniau-Young, Daniel J. DiLoreto, Danica P. Dixson, McKynlee R. Dunlap, Josie A. Ebel, Gabriel Freeland, Marley D. Fry, Jesse Galimore, Tayler M. Gary, Julian A. Glover, Andrew K. Graber, Noah B. Gragg, Parker Graves, Grayton S. Gross, Addison Hansen, Chance C. Hogan, Natalie Hogeland, Isak W. Howe, Kyla Huehl-Venters, Carley A. Ingram, Yesenia G. Ingram, Addilyn S. Jagodzinske, Brooke T. Kirkendall, Brixen Kolzow, Anna A. Kraft, Tristyn D. Krien, Ashlyn N. Krob, Tru A. Lawson, Seth M. Lepping, Meghan E. Lewis, Sara L. Leyva Urrutia, Kaeleigh M. Locken, Saul A. Lugo, Julian M. Lundberg, Kevin R. Martinez, Morgan L. McCullum, Angel B. McMurray, Alibbea G. Mong, Katie Morgan, Tayton K. Morris, Olivia Murphy, Alessandra Nelson, Macy O'Hara, Abram Owings, Alva L. Paine IV, Seth F. Panama, Thomas Payne, Noah Peck, Danielle Peckham, Oscar K. Perez, Cooper A. Reves, Ellie Riekhof, Allison J. Robinett, Bodie M. Rodriguez, Sarah Rosario, Madelyn J. Ross, Joshua I. Ruiz Saucedo, Maggie E. Scheck, Taylor M. Schrader, Kory Serocki, Mac R. Sheforgen, Victoria E. Shuler, Jeremiah Smith, Keaton M. Smith, Kaden Snyder, Romoni E. Sprague, Jesse J. Sternberger, Henry W. Tibbits, Alexander M. Tollison, Aaron J. Waite, Kodi E. Waite, Layla Waters

Carson J. Ablard, Zadan J. Anderson, Kamden L. Baier, Mahpiya Icahtagya C. Benoist, William I. Bohrer, Kaisen Burt, Shayla A. Burton-Bratton, Maya Cairo, Ashley Cardona-Rodriguez, Raylynn D. Carpenter, Cooper Colson, Anastasia E. Corl, Madelyn D. Craft, Makaden L. Davila, Gabriel A. De Leon, Kailani J. Esquivel, Logan J. Fairclough, Caroline Fields, Paige R. Flax, Kinsley Foth, Jacob J. Fox, Nathalia K. Franco, Frankie Fuller, Tate R. Gary, Gage E. Gibson, Miguel A. Gonzalez Marrero, Jack E. Gordon, Brayden M. Haase, Jeslynne S. Hedberg, Brady C. Hemmer, Kaden J. Henderson, Zoey L. Hendricks, George D. Hiechel, Aaliyah L. Jacobs, Allison N. Johnson, Charles Johnson, Hadley E. Johnston, Finley D. Jones, Amarah A. Jordan, Jasmine Y. Kassem, Ria Lehnert, Tyler A. Lemler, Aubrey K. Lendecker, James T. MacKinney, Maximus J. Maes, Sheyanne R. Marshall, Kaitlyn M. Martin, Nadia M. Martinez Avila, Tishanti M. McNeal, Camerohn X. McSwain, Caydence B. Miller, Montana L. Morgan, Tahlia Morris, Joseph Munoz Chavez, James F. Murphy, Keaton C. Myers, Remi E. Myers, Cerenity L. Napoleone, Adamaris K. Nava, Vy N. Nguyen, Olivia M. Owings, Zavin D. Patrick, Collin V. Patton, Alexis Penner, Yandel G. Ramos, Addison E. Renfro, Claire E. Renfro, Mallory M. Renfro, Gabrielle M. Resano, Fatima Reyes Reyes, Brody M. Riley, Andres Rincon, Aidan A. Rodina, Seth J. Rogers, John P. Rose, Katelyn Rupe, Marcus L. Samilton JR, Gavin W. Schneider, Drew T. Schneweis, Jaren Z. Schreiber, Ella R. Searcy, Brynn A. Shaft, Benjamin Sheppard, Destiny N. Slater, Tessa R. Snyder, Ryan J. Springer, Alfonso D. Torres, Michael B. Turner, Valerie M. VanZant, Kylie VonLintel, Kyllor K. Waggoner, Charlize V. Waltman, Finley J. Waltman, Corgan L. Williams, Cassandra J. Williams-Valdez, Macie R. Wisbey, Mackenzie M. Wisbey, Tyrus L. Young, Tyler A. Zuege

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/1/1579020823693.jpeg" alt="Salina Central SP stock" />
 <figcaption>Salina Central SP stock</figcaption>
 </figure>Salina PostSalina Central High School has announced Honor Roll recipients for the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year, grades 9-12. According to the institution, Honor Roll is computed each semester based upon a 3.0 or better grade point average and no F grades. Below is the list of students who achieved Honor Roll for grades 9-12.Names listed are labeled by alphabetical order (last name).<h2>9th grade:&nbsp;</h2>Liam M. Adams, Maria, Atena Alvarado, Eden I. Arb, Javyn J. Armstrong, Kevion N. Baham, Ashlee N. Bell, Paityn Berndt, Meera N. Bhakta, Tianna Blevins, Chloe A. Bohrer, Dominic C. Brosi, Tyler J. Brown, Briley R. Buchwald, Angel D. Chavez, Kiarra A. Codling, Jasmine J. Comes, Joseph R. Comes, Elina J. Dassow, Imani De La Cruz Bonane, Aidan J. Deniau-Young, Alyssa J. Dibble, Lillian J. Dreiling, Ariel A. Duxler, Alden J. Easter, Jacob N. Ebel, Paxtyn Ekberg, Vianey I. Esquivel, Beatriz Y. Felguerez, Ayden K. Flener, Duane M. Fliehe, Molly Foley, Zachary Fritz, Shaan C. Galvez, Marlana D. Gane-Henderson, Parker K. Gleason, Samuel Gonzalez Flores, Charlotte J. Gordon, Camille A. Graber, Ethan A. Gragg, Annika S. Green, William L. Griffith, Joely R. Guyett, Amiliar A. Guzman De Leon, Avry E. Hendricks, Kaylie S. Hickman, Grant D. Hinca, Jaylynn A. Holiday, Elizabeth K. Howard, William J. Howe, Alyssa J. Jackson, Aria G. Jagodzinske, Jack R. Jarvis, Kathryn R. Johnson, Keilyn D. Johnson, Sophia A. Johnson, Maia Jones, Kurumi Kitagawa, Eli Kreighbaum, Nissa M. Lamberson, Owen Leonard, Daniel A. Leyva Urrutia, Trey P. Lindsey, Yeraldi A. Loera, Addyson J. Lund, Gage K. Martin, Eunice Martinez, Tabitha J. Massey, Carlie G. McMichael, Deliliah A. McWhorter, Stephanie P. Merritt, Gabriella G. Merry, Anabelle J. Miller, Evelyn R. Myers, Meeah Nemechek, Kaeden J. Nienke, Grant Ostmeyer, Beckett Owings, Jazlyn G. Parham, Hannah Peckham, Kevia C. Pennyfeather, Abram K. Perez, Elijah L. Perry, Gavin R. Phillips, Miles J. Prophet, Lillyanna R. Ramirez, Aubrey S. Richard, Sage G. Rothenberger, Mazie B. Ryan, Madisyn C. Sandbo, Katara M. Sawyer, Reese A. Schneweis, Oscar W. Sheforgen, Joslyn D. Sibley, Abigail Slothower, Brecklyn M. Smith, Maliah M. Smith, Ryley M. Smith, Ethan C. Soper, Jillian G. Tarver, Izabella R. Tatro, Tucker R. Tatum, Jace S. Thompson, Jayden M. Timson, Bentley A. Toll, Lauren K. Tomson, Lily A. Upson, Renner T. VanZant, Greyson M. Waggoner, Briah M. Wallace, Steven A. Will, Hayden M. Woods, Zephaniah J. Woody, Ella M. Wright, Nicholas R. Xidis, Rena Zack, Marshall W. Zuccarelli<h2>10th&nbsp;Grade:</h2>Juliet G. Abbott, Kendall R. Ablard, Luke G. Affholder, Caleb Aguilar, Mariana Aguilar, Alyxandria A. Aldrich, Alyna L. Alfaro, Ester Alvarado, Kayla G. Amaro, Aniah L. Apodaca, Aleigh N. Barten, LaMarr J. Bates, Katharine Boller, Jaylin R. Brown, Kaicee B. Brown, Bailey L. Bruce, Rylee L. Budke, Eleanor G. Burk, Kesley Burt, Ashlyn A. Calhoun, Ryne J. Callahan, Kaylee M. Callaway, Dylan J. Capsey, Katherine G. Chelvan, Hayley R. Cooley, Vanessa Cortes, Jackson R. Crippen, Aterriona C. Delaney, Braelyn K. Diggs, Kailey Dixon, Hudson C. Duff, Juliean Espada, Brayden R. Evans, Keaton Feil, Tinker Bell N. Felix Sanchez, Quentin Foley, Lexi R. Foos, Mason R. Fox-Glick, Conner T. Fuller, Iris L. George, Jaelie N. Gibson, Erin L. Griffith, Kallia E. Gross, Griffin Hall, Mitchell D. Haskett, Makambri J. Hastings, Kaylee L. Holmes, Krue Humphrey, Jonathan B. Huseman, Landon Hutchcraft, Matsuri Ikeda, Ethan D. Johns, Raegan M. Jones, Johnny D. Kathrineberg, Alex N. Kelley, Krrina R. Kevat, Connor A. Kline, Braxdon K. Knight, Kenadee L. Kohler, Jaygen T. Leach, Jaxon B. Lewick, Jace I. Lightner, Christian M. Liphart, Noah J. Lobdell, Cynthia G. Lockhart, Mari McEachin, Jeremiah A. McWhorter, Leah R. Meyer, Katarina Mildfelt, Maddisyn D. Myher, Hayden L. Nichols, Roselyn N. Nienke, Grace Ostmeyer, Nolan M. Paredes, Morgan B. Pavey, Josue D. Perez Alvarado, Kristina M. Perkins, Zayden E. Pierce, Jet M. Plumer, Azlan N. Presnell, Osmani A. Rabeiro-Puig, Areli M. Ramirez, Cassy A. Rodriguez, Leslie V. Rodriguez, Estrella Rodriguez-Espino, Lukas L. Roper, Taelon G. Roper, Evelyn J. Rose, Faustine L. Ross, Colin Rupe, Helena M. Santos, Alyssa M. Score, Viviana L. Segura, Seth Shafer, Logan J. Shirey, Kaylie J. Shultz, Hal Ryddyk B. Smith, Tenille P. Toelle, Ariana B. Tollison, Harper M. Turpin, Nolan R. Van Allen, Lilly J. VanZant, Karan Vashisth, Sophia A. Venegas, Madison R. Verhoeff, Katy Wagner, Ava R. Weaverling, Eliana R. Williams, Natalie Wilson, Mekenzie L. Wise, Tra'Zhon Wise, Noah M. Wright, Charles E. Young, Elizabeth E. Yoxall, Abigail Zerbe<h2>11th&nbsp;Grade:</h2>Citlali M. Alarcon, Wyatt P. Angell, Kiandra S. Austin, Brooke Banninger, Madison R. Berndt, Ayushi H. Bhakta, Phoebe R. Bohrer, Marinela G. Brown-Mereles, Tate M. Buettgenbach, Autumn H. Burwell, Mya A. Clark, Gannon L. Cole, Jerome Conner JR, Kenny Ray P. Cooper, Aerith L. Cox, Holli M. Crawford, Rorik P. Crepps, Angelica Dao, Sarah Day, Jocelyn I. Del Real, Jesus A. Delgado, Liam M. Deniau-Young, Daniel J. DiLoreto, Danica P. Dixson, McKynlee R. Dunlap, Josie A. Ebel, Gabriel Freeland, Marley D. Fry, Jesse Galimore, Tayler M. Gary, Julian A. Glover, Andrew K. Graber, Noah B. Gragg, Parker Graves, Grayton S. Gross, Addison Hansen, Chance C. Hogan, Natalie Hogeland, Isak W. Howe, Kyla Huehl-Venters, Carley A. Ingram, Yesenia G. Ingram, Addilyn S. Jagodzinske, Brooke T. Kirkendall, Brixen Kolzow, Anna A. Kraft, Tristyn D. Krien, Ashlyn N. Krob, Tru A. Lawson, Seth M. Lepping, Meghan E. Lewis, Sara L. Leyva Urrutia, Kaeleigh M. Locken, Saul A. Lugo, Julian M. Lundberg, Kevin R. Martinez, Morgan L. McCullum, Angel B. McMurray, Alibbea G. Mong, Katie Morgan, Tayton K. Morris, Olivia Murphy, Alessandra Nelson, Macy O'Hara, Abram Owings, Alva L. Paine IV, Seth F. 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Central announces Honor Roll recipients for the second semester of the 2024-2025 school year

Evergy has filed an Application with the Kansas Corporation Commission (Commission) requesting a $196.4 million rate increase (8.62%) for Evergy Kansas Central (EKC) customers. If approved, prices would become effective in September 2025. EKC residential customers would have an average monthly increase of $13.05.

Evergy's Application requests updated prices to include nearly $1 billion investment infrastructure that serves customers, adjustments for overall cost of capital and increased operating expenses. Evergy's request does not include costs related to the Panasonic Electric Vehicle battery plant or the two natural gas plants that Evergy has announced it plans to build in Kansas. Evergy has also proposed the Evergy Stay Connected Pilot program that would offer monthly credits and help income-eligible Kansas residents remain current on their account.

EKC serves about 735,000 customers in Topeka, Lawrence, Olathe, Leavenworth, Atchison, Manhattan, Salina, Hutchinson, Emporia, Parsons, Wichita, Arkansas City, El Dorado, Newton, Fort Scott, Pittsburg and Independence, among other towns and rural areas. This request does not include Evergy Kansas Metro, which serves customers in Lenexa, Overland Park and other communities near the Kansas City metro area.

The Commission regulates public utilities, including home telephone, natural gas, electric and water companies, as well as motor carriers, oil and gas pipelines, and oil and gas producers. The Commission's regulatory oversight of public utilities primarily pertains to rates and terms of service. To ensure that customers of regulated utilities are provided sufficient and efficient service and just and reasonable rates, utilities may not change their rates without Commission approval.

The Commission has scheduled a public hearing to provide Evergy Kansas customers an opportunity to learn more about the proposed rates, as well as ask questions and make comments about the proposal. The public hearing schedules appears below.

All hearings will begin at 6 pm Central (CDT)

Wednesday, June 11&nbsp;Wichita State University Hughes Metropolitan Complex; 5014 E. 29th St. North, Wichita, KS 67220. 

Monday, June 16&nbsp;Washburn Institute of Technology; 5724 SW Huntoon St., Topeka, KS 66604

Attendees may participate in person or virtually via Zoom. Those opting to participate virtually using Zoom must register at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://app.energysolutions.evergy.com/e/er?s=1739717246&amp;lid=791&amp;elqTrackId=224DBB11D02D778214A8BE428425CEB5&amp;elq=27290f0ee10941e894b497c91fc3f440&amp;elqaid=2589&amp;elqat=1&amp;elqak=8AF5EA03F5004695C648CDA6534A4A732821482FFAAF4957EE8977255D1038D64DD7">https://kcc.ks.gov/your-opinion-matters</a>&nbsp;by noon the day prior to the hearing they wish to participate in. The hearings will be broadcast live on the agency’s YouTube channel for those unable to attend.

Any person requiring special accommodations at the hearing site under The Americans with Disabilities Act must notify the Commission at least 10 days prior to the scheduled public hearing by calling 800-662-0027.

The Commission will accept comments regarding the proposed rate changes through July 14, 2025, at 5 pm Central.

There are three convenient ways to submit a comment:

Go to the Commission’s website (kcc.ks.gov) and click on the “Your Opinion Matters” link to enter your comment.

 Send a written letter to the Kansas Corporation Commission, Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, 1500 SW Arrowhead Road, Topeka, KS 66604-4027. Be sure to reference Docket No. 25-EKCE-294-RTS.

Call the Commission’s Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at 800-662-0027.

An evidentiary hearing on Evergy’s request is scheduled to begin July 21, 2025, at 9 am Central, at the Commission’s Offices, 1500 SW Arrowhead Rd., Topeka, KS 66604-4027.

A complete copy of Evergy’s Application and supporting testimony is available on the Commission’s website at:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.kcc.ks.gov/">www.kcc.ks.gov</a>, by searching Docket Filings for Docket No. 25-EKCE-294-RTS.

If you need additional assistance regarding the proposed rate increase or submission of public comments to the Commission, contact the Commission’s Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at 800-662-0027, or at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://app.energysolutions.evergy.com/e/er?s=1739717246&amp;lid=4292&amp;elqTrackId=F1B34D86D0F99C6B600EAEB5E073C8F5&amp;elq=27290f0ee10941e894b497c91fc3f440&amp;elqaid=2589&amp;elqat=1&amp;elqak=8AF54466CA52EC0F34BE39AF656EDB0698D2482FFAAF4957EE8977255D1038D64DD7">public.affairs@kcc.ks.gov</a>.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2021/12/1640060941074.jpeg" alt="Kansas Reflector Evergy building" />
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 </figure>Evergy Press ReleaseEvergy has filed an Application with the Kansas Corporation Commission (Commission) requesting a $196.4 million rate increase (8.62%) for Evergy Kansas Central (EKC) customers. If approved, prices would become effective in September 2025. EKC residential customers would have an average monthly increase of $13.05.Evergy's Application requests updated prices to include nearly $1 billion investment infrastructure that serves customers, adjustments for overall cost of capital and increased operating expenses. Evergy's request does not include costs related to the Panasonic Electric Vehicle battery plant or the two natural gas plants that Evergy has announced it plans to build in Kansas. Evergy has also proposed the Evergy Stay Connected Pilot program that would offer monthly credits and help income-eligible Kansas residents remain current on their account.EKC serves about 735,000 customers in Topeka, Lawrence, Olathe, Leavenworth, Atchison, Manhattan, Salina, Hutchinson, Emporia, Parsons, Wichita, Arkansas City, El Dorado, Newton, Fort Scott, Pittsburg and Independence, among other towns and rural areas. This request does not include Evergy Kansas Metro, which serves customers in Lenexa, Overland Park and other communities near the Kansas City metro area.The Commission regulates public utilities, including home telephone, natural gas, electric and water companies, as well as motor carriers, oil and gas pipelines, and oil and gas producers. The Commission's regulatory oversight of public utilities primarily pertains to rates and terms of service. To ensure that customers of regulated utilities are provided sufficient and efficient service and just and reasonable rates, utilities may not change their rates without Commission approval.The Commission has scheduled a public hearing to provide Evergy Kansas customers an opportunity to learn more about the proposed rates, as well as ask questions and make comments about the proposal. The public hearing schedules appears below.<h2>All hearings will begin at 6 pm Central (CDT)</h2>Wednesday, June 11&nbsp;Wichita State University Hughes Metropolitan Complex; 5014 E. 29th St. North, Wichita, KS 67220. Monday, June 16&nbsp;Washburn Institute of Technology; 5724 SW Huntoon St., Topeka, KS 66604Attendees may participate in person or virtually via Zoom. Those opting to participate virtually using Zoom must register at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://app.energysolutions.evergy.com/e/er?s=1739717246&amp;lid=791&amp;elqTrackId=224DBB11D02D778214A8BE428425CEB5&amp;elq=27290f0ee10941e894b497c91fc3f440&amp;elqaid=2589&amp;elqat=1&amp;elqak=8AF5EA03F5004695C648CDA6534A4A732821482FFAAF4957EE8977255D1038D64DD7">https://kcc.ks.gov/your-opinion-matters</a>&nbsp;by noon the day prior to the hearing they wish to participate in. The hearings will be broadcast live on the agency’s YouTube channel for those unable to attend. Any person requiring special accommodations at the hearing site under The Americans with Disabilities Act must notify the Commission at least 10 days prior to the scheduled public hearing by calling 800-662-0027.The Commission will accept comments regarding the proposed rate changes through July 14, 2025, at 5 pm Central. <h2>There are three convenient ways to submit a comment:</h2>Go to the Commission’s website (kcc.ks.gov) and click on the “Your Opinion Matters” link to enter your comment. Send a written letter to the Kansas Corporation Commission, Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, 1500 SW Arrowhead Road, Topeka, KS 66604-4027. Be sure to reference Docket No. 25-EKCE-294-RTS.Call the Commission’s Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at 800-662-0027.An evidentiary hearing on Evergy’s request is scheduled to begin July 21, 2025, at 9 am Central, at the Commission’s Offices, 1500 SW Arrowhead Rd., Topeka, KS 66604-4027.A complete copy of Evergy’s Application and supporting testimony is available on the Commission’s website at:&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://www.kcc.ks.gov/">www.kcc.ks.gov</a>, by searching Docket Filings for Docket No. 25-EKCE-294-RTS. If you need additional assistance regarding the proposed rate increase or submission of public comments to the Commission, contact the Commission’s Office of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection at 800-662-0027, or at&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="http://app.energysolutions.evergy.com/e/er?s=1739717246&amp;lid=4292&amp;elqTrackId=F1B34D86D0F99C6B600EAEB5E073C8F5&amp;elq=27290f0ee10941e894b497c91fc3f440&amp;elqaid=2589&amp;elqat=1&amp;elqak=8AF54466CA52EC0F34BE39AF656EDB0698D2482FFAAF4957EE8977255D1038D64DD7">public.affairs@kcc.ks.gov</a>.

Notice of public hearing and comment period concerning Evergy rate request

A battery citation was dropped after an individual struck a male in the hand, when protesting a Gay Pride Parade/March at the Temple.

According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on Sunday, June 1st at 2:00 pm officers received a call regarding two individuals protesting a Gay Pride Parade/March that was being held at the Temple. It was reported the two were preaching about the "sin of homosexuality" with speakers on the public property of the Temple.

Officers arrived to the scene and asked them to leave, due to a disturbance issue. The individuals then relocated to a nearby sidewalk and continued to protest. Later on at approximately 2:51 pm, Salina Police received another call about a 62-year old male wanting to press battery charges.

Officers arrived to the scene again and made contact with the victim who wanted to press charges on one of the protesting individuals. Police say, the male tried to warn the two about a city ordinance and he approached them as if he was going to touch the speakers.

One of the individuals told him to keep his distance and he agreed to not approach them. However, the 62-year old attempted to touch the speaker and one of the protestors struck the man in the hand.&nbsp;

According to the SPD a citation for battery was initially made on the protestor, but was dropped because the individual was protecting the speaker.&nbsp;

By: NICOLAS FIERROSalina PostA battery citation was dropped after an individual struck a male in the hand, when protesting a Gay Pride Parade/March at the Temple.According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on Sunday, June 1st at 2:00 pm officers received a call regarding two individuals protesting a Gay Pride Parade/March that was being held at the Temple. It was reported the two were preaching about the "sin of homosexuality" with speakers on the public property of the Temple.Officers arrived to the scene and asked them to leave, due to a disturbance issue. The individuals then relocated to a nearby sidewalk and continued to protest. Later on at approximately 2:51 pm, Salina Police received another call about a 62-year old male wanting to press battery charges.Officers arrived to the scene again and made contact with the victim who wanted to press charges on one of the protesting individuals. Police say, the male tried to warn the two about a city ordinance and he approached them as if he was going to touch the speakers.One of the individuals told him to keep his distance and he agreed to not approach them. However, the 62-year old attempted to touch the speaker and one of the protestors struck the man in the hand.&nbsp;According to the SPD a citation for battery was initially made on the protestor, but was dropped because the individual was protecting the speaker.&nbsp;

Salina Police drop battery citation after two men protest Gay Pride March at the Temple

The Salina Police Department arrested a 49-year old man on several charges after a pursuit.

According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on Friday, May 30th in the afternoon, the Saline County Sheriff's Office, Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP), Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), FBI and SPD were all involved in what is called a "saturation/warrant patrol," or a "sweep." This was conducted from 2:00 pm to midnight.

During the sweep, authorities made a total of 16 arrests for various crimes. One highlighted arrest was a vehicle pursuit that occurred between KHP and 49-year old, Vernon Howard. However, SPD then became involved after the KHP called off from the pursuit.

The pursuit started on E. Elm in Salina and Howard continued south, reaching towering speeds. An SPD officer canceled the pursuit due to the speeds, but a few minutes later another officer discovered Howard in the 1000 block of S. Broadway and chased after him.&nbsp;The then officer deployed spike strips in the area and Howard ran over them.&nbsp;

However, Howard continued to drive a couple of miles and his vehicle became disabled in the 600 block of N. 7th St. He then got out of the vehicle and ran away as the officer chased him on-foot. 

Howard was then caught and arrested. He was charged with felony flee and elude, suspected license, felony interference and possession of marijuana/drug paraphernalia.

By: NICOLAS FIERROSalina PostThe Salina Police Department arrested a 49-year old man on several charges after a pursuit.According to the Salina Police Department (SPD) on Friday, May 30th in the afternoon, the Saline County Sheriff's Office, Kansas Highway Patrol (KHP), Kansas Bureau of Investigation (KBI), FBI and SPD were all involved in what is called a "saturation/warrant patrol," or a "sweep." This was conducted from 2:00 pm to midnight.During the sweep, authorities made a total of 16 arrests for various crimes. One highlighted arrest was a vehicle pursuit that occurred between KHP and 49-year old, Vernon Howard. However, SPD then became involved after the KHP called off from the pursuit.The pursuit started on E. Elm in Salina and Howard continued south, reaching towering speeds. An SPD officer canceled the pursuit due to the speeds, but a few minutes later another officer discovered Howard in the 1000 block of S. Broadway and chased after him.&nbsp;The then officer deployed spike strips in the area and Howard ran over them.&nbsp;However, Howard continued to drive a couple of miles and his vehicle became disabled in the 600 block of N. 7th St. He then got out of the vehicle and ran away as the officer chased him on-foot. Howard was then caught and arrested. He was charged with felony flee and elude, suspected license, felony interference and possession of marijuana/drug paraphernalia.

Vehicle pursuit ends with a man arrested on several charges

The City of Salina announces its new podcast, “City Scope,” is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon and iHeartRadio by searching for “City of Salina."

The podcast features in-depth conversations about City programs, services and initiatives, hosted by David Hawksworth. Currently available episodes include a Parks Master Plan update with Jeff Hammond (Parks and Recreation Director), an update on the Smoky Hill River Renewal Project with Martha Tasker (Utilities Director) and computer technology and cybersecurity with Corey Scheck (Chief Technology Officer). 

The video version of the program is available on the City’s YouTube channel at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/CityofSalinaKansas">https://www.youtube.com/CityofSalinaKansas</a>&nbsp;and is shown daily on SalinaTV (Cox Cable channel 20). For channel 20 schedule information, visit <a href="http://salina-tv.com">salina-tv.com</a>.

City of Salina ReleaseThe City of Salina announces its new podcast, “City Scope,” is now available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon and iHeartRadio by searching for “City of Salina."The podcast features in-depth conversations about City programs, services and initiatives, hosted by David Hawksworth. Currently available episodes include a Parks Master Plan update with Jeff Hammond (Parks and Recreation Director), an update on the Smoky Hill River Renewal Project with Martha Tasker (Utilities Director) and computer technology and cybersecurity with Corey Scheck (Chief Technology Officer). New episodes will be released monthly.The video version of the program is available on the City’s YouTube channel at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/CityofSalinaKansas">https://www.youtube.com/CityofSalinaKansas</a>&nbsp;and is shown daily on SalinaTV (Cox Cable channel 20). For channel 20 schedule information, visit <a href="http://salina-tv.com">salina-tv.com</a>.