The 38th Salina Spring Poetry Series, sponsored by Salina Arts &amp; Humanities, begins on Tuesday with a reading by spoken word poet and Colorado Poet Laureate Bobby LeFebre.

The reading is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. at Homewood Suites, 115 E. Mulberry Street, in the outdoor courtyard. The event is open to the public at no charge. Attendees are encouraged to donate to support visiting artist fees. A cash bar will be available for refreshments.

"What a way to kick off the 2022 Salina Spring Poetry Series! LeFebre is a powerful poet with great presence and delivery. I’ve admired his words and cultural work for years now and continue to cheer and celebrate the recognition he continues to receive. Believe me, when I say, I am as happy as anyone to see LeFebre read in Salina, Kansas," said Huascar Medina, poet laureate of Kansas.

LeFebre is an award-winning writer, performer, and cultural worker fusing a non-traditional multi-hyphenated professional identity to imagine new realities, empower communities, advance arts, and culture, and serve as an agent of provocation, transformation, equity, and social change. LeFebre’s work has appeared in The New York Times, Huffington Post, The Guardian, American Theater Magazine, NPR, and <a href="http://Poets.Org">poets.org</a>.

In 2019, LeFebre was named Colorado’s eighth poet laureate, making him the youngest and first person of color to be appointed to the position in its 100-year history. 

LeFebre holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the Metropolitan University of Denver and a master’s degree in art, literature, and culture from the University of Denver.

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 </figure>Salina Arts &amp; HumanitiesThe 38th Salina Spring Poetry Series, sponsored by Salina Arts &amp; Humanities, begins on Tuesday with a reading by spoken word poet and Colorado Poet Laureate Bobby LeFebre.The reading is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m. at Homewood Suites, 115 E. Mulberry Street, in the outdoor courtyard. The event is open to the public at no charge. Attendees are encouraged to donate to support visiting artist fees. A cash bar will be available for refreshments."What a way to kick off the 2022 Salina Spring Poetry Series! LeFebre is a powerful poet with great presence and delivery. I’ve admired his words and cultural work for years now and continue to cheer and celebrate the recognition he continues to receive. Believe me, when I say, I am as happy as anyone to see LeFebre read in Salina, Kansas," said Huascar Medina, poet laureate of Kansas.LeFebre is an award-winning writer, performer, and cultural worker fusing a non-traditional multi-hyphenated professional identity to imagine new realities, empower communities, advance arts, and culture, and serve as an agent of provocation, transformation, equity, and social change. LeFebre’s work has appeared in The New York Times, Huffington Post, The Guardian, American Theater Magazine, NPR, and <a href="http://Poets.Org">poets.org</a>. In 2019, LeFebre was named Colorado’s eighth poet laureate, making him the youngest and first person of color to be appointed to the position in its 100-year history. LeFebre holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the Metropolitan University of Denver and a master’s degree in art, literature, and culture from the University of Denver.

Colorado poet laureate to kick off Salina Spring Poetry Series

Today is Thursday, March 31, the 90th day of 2022. There are 275 days left in the year.

On March 31, 1991, the Warsaw Pact military alliance came to an end.

In 1492, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain issued an edict expelling Jews from Spanish soil, except those willing to convert to Christianity.

In 1814, Paris was occupied by a coalition of Russian, Prussian and Austrian forces; the surrender of the French capital forced the abdication of Emperor Napoleon.

In 1917, the United States took formal possession of the Virgin Islands from Denmark.

In 1931, Notre Dame college football coach Knute Rockne, 43, was killed in the crash of a TWA plane in Bazaar, Kansas.

In 1968, at the conclusion of a nationally broadcast address on Vietnam, President Lyndon B. Johnson stunned listeners by declaring, "I shall not seek, and I will not accept, the nomination of my party for another term as your President."

In 1993, actor Brandon Lee, 28, was accidentally shot to death during the filming of a movie in Wilmington, North Carolina, when he was hit by a bullet fragment that had become lodged inside a prop gun.

In 1995, baseball players agreed to end their 232-day strike after a judge granted a preliminary injunction against club owners.

In 2004, four American civilian contractors were killed in Fallujah, Iraq; frenzied crowds dragged the burned, mutilated bodies and strung two of them from a bridge.

In 2005, Terri Schiavo, 41, died at a hospice in Pinellas Park, Florida, 13 days after her feeding tube was removed in a wrenching right-to-die court fight.

In 2009, Benjamin Netanyahu took office as Israel's new prime minister after the Knesset approved his government.

In 2019, rapper Nipsey Hussle was fatally shot outside the clothing store he had founded to help rebuild his troubled South Los Angeles neighborhood; he was 33.

In 2020, Britain's Prince Harry and his wife Meghan officially stepped down from duties as members of the royal family.

Ten years ago: Hundreds of world landmarks from Berlin's Brandenburg Gate to the Great Wall of China went dark as part of Earth Hour, a global effort to highlight climate change. Brittney Griner was named The Associated Press' women's college basketball Player of the Year, the first Baylor player to win the award.

Five years ago: President Donald Trump signed a pair of executive orders focused on reducing the U.S. trade deficit; the first order gave the Commerce Department 90 days to assemble a report on the factors behind the trade deficit, while the second sought to increase collection of duties on imports.

One year ago: President Joe Biden outlined a huge $2.3 trillion plan to reengineer the nation's infrastructure. (Biden would sign a $1 trillion infrastructure measure into law in November 2021.) The Pentagon swept away Trump-era policies that largely banned transgender people from serving in the military. Pfizer announced that its COVID-19 vaccine was safe and strongly protective in kids as young as 12. The government reported that the COVID-19 pandemic pushed total U.S. deaths in 2020 beyond 3.3 million, the nation's highest annual death toll; the coronavirus was listed as the third leading cause of death in 2020, after heart disease and cancer. The Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down Gov. Tony Evers' statewide mask mandate. A man went on a shooting rampage at a Southern California office building, leaving four people dead, including a 9-year-old boy whose mother was critically wounded. (The suspect, Aminadab Gaxiola Gonzalez, was found incompetent to stand trial because of injuries he suffered in a shootout with police.)

Today's Birthdays: Actor William Daniels is 95. Actor Richard Chamberlain is 88. Actor Shirley Jones is 88. Musician Herb Alpert is 87. Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., is 82. Former U.S. Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass., is 82. Actor Christopher Walken is 79. Comedian Gabe Kaplan is 78. Sen. Angus King, I-Maine, is 78. Rock musician Mick Ralphs (Bad Company; Mott the Hoople) is 78. Former Vice President Al Gore is 75. Author David Eisenhower is 74. Actor Rhea Perlman is 74. Actor Robbie Coltrane is 72. Actor Ed Marinaro is 72. Rock musician Angus Young (AC/DC) is 67. Actor Marc McClure is 65. Actor William McNamara is 57. Alt-country musician Bob Crawford (The Avett Brothers) is 51. Actor Ewan McGregor is 51. Actor Erica Tazel is 47. Actor Judi Shekoni is 44. Rapper Tony Yayo is 44. Actor Kate Micucci is 42. Actor Brian Tyree Henry (TV: "Atlanta" Stage: "Book of Mormon") is 40. Actor Melissa Ordway is 39. Jazz musician Christian Scott is 39. Pop musician Jack Antonoff (fun.) is 38. Actor Jessica Szohr is 37.

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 </figure>By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSToday is Thursday, March 31, the 90th day of 2022. There are 275 days left in the year.Today's Highlight in History:On March 31, 1991, the Warsaw Pact military alliance came to an end.On this date:In 1492, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of Spain issued an edict expelling Jews from Spanish soil, except those willing to convert to Christianity.In 1814, Paris was occupied by a coalition of Russian, Prussian and Austrian forces; the surrender of the French capital forced the abdication of Emperor Napoleon.In 1917, the United States took formal possession of the Virgin Islands from Denmark.In 1931, Notre Dame college football coach Knute Rockne, 43, was killed in the crash of a TWA plane in Bazaar, Kansas.In 1968, at the conclusion of a nationally broadcast address on Vietnam, President Lyndon B. Johnson stunned listeners by declaring, "I shall not seek, and I will not accept, the nomination of my party for another term as your President."In 1993, actor Brandon Lee, 28, was accidentally shot to death during the filming of a movie in Wilmington, North Carolina, when he was hit by a bullet fragment that had become lodged inside a prop gun.In 1995, baseball players agreed to end their 232-day strike after a judge granted a preliminary injunction against club owners.In 2004, four American civilian contractors were killed in Fallujah, Iraq; frenzied crowds dragged the burned, mutilated bodies and strung two of them from a bridge.In 2005, Terri Schiavo, 41, died at a hospice in Pinellas Park, Florida, 13 days after her feeding tube was removed in a wrenching right-to-die court fight.In 2009, Benjamin Netanyahu took office as Israel's new prime minister after the Knesset approved his government.In 2019, rapper Nipsey Hussle was fatally shot outside the clothing store he had founded to help rebuild his troubled South Los Angeles neighborhood; he was 33.In 2020, Britain's Prince Harry and his wife Meghan officially stepped down from duties as members of the royal family.Ten years ago: Hundreds of world landmarks from Berlin's Brandenburg Gate to the Great Wall of China went dark as part of Earth Hour, a global effort to highlight climate change. Brittney Griner was named The Associated Press' women's college basketball Player of the Year, the first Baylor player to win the award.Five years ago: President Donald Trump signed a pair of executive orders focused on reducing the U.S. trade deficit; the first order gave the Commerce Department 90 days to assemble a report on the factors behind the trade deficit, while the second sought to increase collection of duties on imports.One year ago: President Joe Biden outlined a huge $2.3 trillion plan to reengineer the nation's infrastructure. (Biden would sign a $1 trillion infrastructure measure into law in November 2021.) The Pentagon swept away Trump-era policies that largely banned transgender people from serving in the military. Pfizer announced that its COVID-19 vaccine was safe and strongly protective in kids as young as 12. The government reported that the COVID-19 pandemic pushed total U.S. deaths in 2020 beyond 3.3 million, the nation's highest annual death toll; the coronavirus was listed as the third leading cause of death in 2020, after heart disease and cancer. The Wisconsin Supreme Court struck down Gov. Tony Evers' statewide mask mandate. A man went on a shooting rampage at a Southern California office building, leaving four people dead, including a 9-year-old boy whose mother was critically wounded. (The suspect, Aminadab Gaxiola Gonzalez, was found incompetent to stand trial because of injuries he suffered in a shootout with police.)Today's Birthdays: Actor William Daniels is 95. Actor Richard Chamberlain is 88. Actor Shirley Jones is 88. Musician Herb Alpert is 87. Sen. Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., is 82. Former U.S. Rep. Barney Frank, D-Mass., is 82. Actor Christopher Walken is 79. Comedian Gabe Kaplan is 78. Sen. Angus King, I-Maine, is 78. Rock musician Mick Ralphs (Bad Company; Mott the Hoople) is 78. Former Vice President Al Gore is 75. Author David Eisenhower is 74. Actor Rhea Perlman is 74. Actor Robbie Coltrane is 72. Actor Ed Marinaro is 72. Rock musician Angus Young (AC/DC) is 67. Actor Marc McClure is 65. Actor William McNamara is 57. Alt-country musician Bob Crawford (The Avett Brothers) is 51. Actor Ewan McGregor is 51. Actor Erica Tazel is 47. Actor Judi Shekoni is 44. Rapper Tony Yayo is 44. Actor Kate Micucci is 42. Actor Brian Tyree Henry (TV: "Atlanta" Stage: "Book of Mormon") is 40. Actor Melissa Ordway is 39. Jazz musician Christian Scott is 39. Pop musician Jack Antonoff (fun.) is 38. Actor Jessica Szohr is 37.

Today in History - March 31

Members of Let's Restore Humanity plan to gather Thursday for a peace rally in support of Ukraine.

The group is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the corner of S. Broadway Boulevard and W. Republic Avenue. They will be demonstrating peace and anti-war sentiments. Members of the public are invited to participate.

"Please bring your signs of support and equality flags to walk with them to Sunset Park for some family fun," organizer Miranda Bachman encouraged.

The group plans to college donated care packages containing items such as first aid, personal hygiene products, and powdered laundry detergent, as well as monetary donations for Ukrainian refugees, Bachman noted in a news release.

Additionally, to-go dinner plates will be provided for the public.

For additional information, follow the group on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/637603306838625">Facebook</a> or contact Bachman at <a href="mailto:Letsrestorehumanity@gmail.com">Letsrestorehumanity@gmail.com</a>.

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTMembers of Let's Restore Humanity plan to gather Thursday for a peace rally in support of Ukraine.The group is scheduled to meet at 5:30 p.m. Thursday at the corner of S. Broadway Boulevard and W. Republic Avenue. They will be demonstrating peace and anti-war sentiments. Members of the public are invited to participate."Please bring your signs of support and equality flags to walk with them to Sunset Park for some family fun," organizer Miranda Bachman encouraged.The group plans to college donated care packages containing items such as first aid, personal hygiene products, and powdered laundry detergent, as well as monetary donations for Ukrainian refugees, Bachman noted in a news release.Additionally, to-go dinner plates will be provided for the public.For additional information, follow the group on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/637603306838625">Facebook</a> or contact Bachman at <a href="mailto:Letsrestorehumanity@gmail.com">Letsrestorehumanity@gmail.com</a>.

Peace rally in support of Ukraine set for Thursday

George Thorogood and The Destroyers are coming to Salina!

The band is bring its Good To Be Bad Tour to the Stiefel Theatre, 151 S. Santa Fe Avenue, on May 13 at 8 p.m.

Tickets start at $55 and go on sale at noon Friday. Buy in person at the Stiefel Theatre Box Office or online at <a href="http://stiefeltheatre.org">stiefeltheatre.org</a>. One dollar of every George Thorogood and The Destroyers ticket purchased will go to The Leukemia &amp; Lymphoma Society®. To learn more, visit <a href="http://www.LLS.org">www.LLS.org</a>.

Artist information courtesy Stiefel Theatre

Since 1976, George Thorogood and The Destroyers have sold more than 15 million albums, played more than 8,000 ferocious live shows, and built a catalog of classic hits that includes Get A Haircut, I Drink Alone, One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer, Move It On Over, and the definitive badass anthem Bad To The Bone.

Now "one of the most iconic bands in rock &amp; roll history" (Rapid City Journal) celebrates it all with their Good To Be Bad Tour: 45 Years Of Rock. It’s on tour that George and the band flip the switch nightly, delivering what The Toledo Blade calls a "gut-bustin', guitar-wailin', face-meltin', take-no-prisoners, good old-fashioned lunch bucket rockand-roll show." The Sacramento Bee said, "The Destroyers remain as they have been for years – Jeff Simon on percussion, Bill Blough on bass, Jim Suhler on guitar, and Buddy Leach on saxophone. They are without doubt one of the best touring bands in blues-rock history." Or as Rolling Stone once raved, "George Thorogood &amp; The Destroyers play rock &amp; roll hot enough to melt the polar icecaps and flood the world's major population centers."

But after 45 years of rock – and no signs of stopping – is it still good to be bad? George Thorogood instantly flashes that huge grin. 

"You bet it is," he said. "We’ll always be the baddest band in the land. Expect our best on this tour, because that’s what you’re gonna get."  

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 </figure>Stiefel TheatreGeorge Thorogood and The Destroyers are coming to Salina!The band is bring its Good To Be Bad Tour to the Stiefel Theatre, 151 S. Santa Fe Avenue, on May 13 at 8 p.m.Tickets start at $55 and go on sale at noon Friday. Buy in person at the Stiefel Theatre Box Office or online at <a href="http://stiefeltheatre.org">stiefeltheatre.org</a>. One dollar of every George Thorogood and The Destroyers ticket purchased will go to The Leukemia &amp; Lymphoma Society®. To learn more, visit <a href="http://www.LLS.org">www.LLS.org</a>.Artist information courtesy Stiefel TheatreSince 1976, George Thorogood and The Destroyers have sold more than 15 million albums, played more than 8,000 ferocious live shows, and built a catalog of classic hits that includes Get A Haircut, I Drink Alone, One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer, Move It On Over, and the definitive badass anthem Bad To The Bone.Now "one of the most iconic bands in rock &amp; roll history" (Rapid City Journal) celebrates it all with their Good To Be Bad Tour: 45 Years Of Rock. It’s on tour that George and the band flip the switch nightly, delivering what The Toledo Blade calls a "gut-bustin', guitar-wailin', face-meltin', take-no-prisoners, good old-fashioned lunch bucket rockand-roll show." The Sacramento Bee said, "The Destroyers remain as they have been for years – Jeff Simon on percussion, Bill Blough on bass, Jim Suhler on guitar, and Buddy Leach on saxophone. They are without doubt one of the best touring bands in blues-rock history." Or as Rolling Stone once raved, "George Thorogood &amp; The Destroyers play rock &amp; roll hot enough to melt the polar icecaps and flood the world's major population centers."But after 45 years of rock – and no signs of stopping – is it still good to be bad? George Thorogood instantly flashes that huge grin. "You bet it is," he said. "We’ll always be the baddest band in the land. Expect our best on this tour, because that’s what you’re gonna get."

George Thorogood and The Destroyers to perform in Stiefel May 13

WAKEFIELD - Hope Principal Mike Teeter on Tuesday was announced as the incoming principal for Wakefield School. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USD379">Clay County Schools ~ USD 379 Facebook page</a>:

WAKEFIELD - Hope Principal Mike Teeter on Tuesday was announced as the incoming principal for Wakefield School. From the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/USD379">Clay County Schools ~ USD 379 Facebook page</a>:<div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FUSD379%2Fphotos%2Fa.269123079868341%2F4928341147279821%2F&show_text=true&width=500" width="500" height="372" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share"></iframe></div>

Hope principal Teeter hired for Wakefield position

TOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded the stream advisory for the Republican River near Concordia that was issued Monday. 

Water samples show no health risk associated with the river. Water contact in the river is now deemed safe.

KDHETOPEKA – The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has rescinded the stream advisory for the Republican River near Concordia that was issued Monday. Water samples show no health risk associated with the river. Water contact in the river is now deemed safe.

Stream advisory rescinded for Republican River near Concordia

Salina Adult Education Center is seeking individuals to fill an adult basic education instructor position immediately. Instructors teach reading, writing and math through algebra. Must be proficient in MS Office, Google Docs and able to learn new software quickly. Ability to teach students on site and remotely and work as part of an instructional team critical.

The open position is a full-time position that is a split shift morning/evening Mon – Thurs shift with occasional Friday morning staff meetings

INSTRUCTOR - ADULT BASIC EDUCATION/GED®/COLLEGE SKILL BUILDING Salina Unified School District #305

Purpose Statement:&nbsp;The job of Instructor - Adult Basic Education/GED® is done for the purpose/s of facilitating adult student success in academics, workplace skills, and life skills through implementing program-approved curriculum; documenting student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students; and providing a safe and optimal learning environment.

This job reports to Director - Salina Adult Education Center

•Administers assessments for the purpose of evaluating students’ entry performance level, planning instruction, documenting progress and verifying completion of outcomes. (paper/pencil and computer based assessments)

• Collaborates with school personnel and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.

• Models methods required to perform assignments for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.

• Directs students, volunteers, etc. for the purpose of maximizing their efficiency, meeting requirements and providing feedback.

• Facilitates adult student learning through identification, documentation and accommodation of special learning problems, for the purpose of meeting the needs of individual students.

• Implements defined courses of study for the purpose of improving student success in academics, workplace skills and life skills.

• Uses appropriate English communication for the purpose of developing students’ ability to communicate effectively using the English language.

• Monitors student behavior for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of students, providing an optimal learning environment and adhering to district, KBOR, and program policies.

• Prepares teaching materials and related reports (e.g. assessment scores, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing study plans and documenting student attendance and progress.

• Protects student confidentiality for the purpose of maintaining program compliance with department, district and KBOR policy.

• Provides feedback and information to students and program administration for the purpose of motivating students, facilitating program improvement and documenting outcomes for funding.

• Participates in various initiatives as assigned to improve instructional and programmatic environment for students for the purpose of improving the Salina Adult Education program.

• Understands content standards based instruction and demonstrates ability to write lesson plans incorporating standards and multi-level activities for numerous levels of adult learning for the purpose of meeting program requirements

• Demonstrates high level technology skills including Microsoft Office programs, email functions and learning software and platforms for the purpose of creating lesson content and documenting program activities.

• Fosters employment and college focused relationships and experiences for students to expand opportunities beyond the classroom for the purpose of enhancing student achievement.

• Supports and understands outcomes based funding system for the purpose ensuring program needs and objectives.

Job Requirements: Skills, Knowledge and Abilities (Minimum Qualifications) Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and applying instructional strategies appropriate for adults.

Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes:

Writing: mastery of grammar, punctuation, spelling, composition

Math: mastery of high school level mathematics including 1) operations &amp; algebraic thinking, 2) ratio &amp; proportional reasoning, 3) data &amp; statistics, 4) measurement &amp; geometry and 5) algebra.

Reading: Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; motivating, mentoring and empowering adult learners; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; and working as part of a team.

Bachelor’s Degree Required, Master’s Degree Preferred

Please send resume to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kelly.mobray@usd305.com">kelly.mobray@usd305.com</a>

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 </figure>Salina Adult Education Center is seeking individuals to fill an adult basic education instructor position immediately. Instructors teach reading, writing and math through algebra. Must be proficient in MS Office, Google Docs and able to learn new software quickly. Ability to teach students on site and remotely and work as part of an instructional team critical.The open position is a full-time position that is a split shift morning/evening Mon – Thurs shift with occasional Friday morning staff meetingsINSTRUCTOR - ADULT BASIC EDUCATION/GED®/COLLEGE SKILL BUILDING Salina Unified School District #305Purpose Statement:&nbsp;The job of Instructor - Adult Basic Education/GED® is done for the purpose/s of facilitating adult student success in academics, workplace skills, and life skills through implementing program-approved curriculum; documenting student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students; and providing a safe and optimal learning environment.This job reports to Director - Salina Adult Education CenterEssential Functions•Administers assessments for the purpose of evaluating students’ entry performance level, planning instruction, documenting progress and verifying completion of outcomes. (paper/pencil and computer based assessments)• Collaborates with school personnel and various community agencies for the purpose of improving the quality of student outcomes, developing solutions and planning curriculum.• Models methods required to perform assignments for the purpose of providing an effective school program and addressing the needs of individual students.• Directs students, volunteers, etc. for the purpose of maximizing their efficiency, meeting requirements and providing feedback.• Facilitates adult student learning through identification, documentation and accommodation of special learning problems, for the purpose of meeting the needs of individual students.• Implements defined courses of study for the purpose of improving student success in academics, workplace skills and life skills.• Uses appropriate English communication for the purpose of developing students’ ability to communicate effectively using the English language.• Monitors student behavior for the purpose of providing for the safety and welfare of students, providing an optimal learning environment and adhering to district, KBOR, and program policies.• Prepares teaching materials and related reports (e.g. assessment scores, attendance, anecdotal records, etc.) for the purpose of implementing study plans and documenting student attendance and progress.• Protects student confidentiality for the purpose of maintaining program compliance with department, district and KBOR policy.• Provides feedback and information to students and program administration for the purpose of motivating students, facilitating program improvement and documenting outcomes for funding.• Participates in various initiatives as assigned to improve instructional and programmatic environment for students for the purpose of improving the Salina Adult Education program.• Understands content standards based instruction and demonstrates ability to write lesson plans incorporating standards and multi-level activities for numerous levels of adult learning for the purpose of meeting program requirements• Demonstrates high level technology skills including Microsoft Office programs, email functions and learning software and platforms for the purpose of creating lesson content and documenting program activities.• Fosters employment and college focused relationships and experiences for students to expand opportunities beyond the classroom for the purpose of enhancing student achievement.• Supports and understands outcomes based funding system for the purpose ensuring program needs and objectives.Job Requirements: Skills, Knowledge and Abilities (Minimum Qualifications) Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and applying instructional strategies appropriate for adults.Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes: Writing: mastery of grammar, punctuation, spelling, composition Math: mastery of high school level mathematics including 1) operations &amp; algebraic thinking, 2) ratio &amp; proportional reasoning, 3) data &amp; statistics, 4) measurement &amp; geometry and 5) algebra. Reading: Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: establishing and maintaining constructive relationships; motivating, mentoring and empowering adult learners; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; and working as part of a team.Bachelor’s Degree Required, Master’s Degree PreferredPlease send resume to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kelly.mobray@usd305.com">kelly.mobray@usd305.com</a>

NWS radar hot spot first sign of Jewell County wildfire

By KATHY HAGEMAN Dickinson County Public Information Coordinator

A robing ceremony for Dickinson County District Magistrate Judge Neal Gugler has been scheduled for 1:30 p.m. April 15 in Courtroom 1 of the Dickinson County Courthouse, 109 E. First Street.

Also, the Dickinson County District Court Clerk’s office will be closed from 1 to 3:30 p.m. April 15 so court staff may attend the ceremony.

Courtroom 1 is located on the second floor of the courthouse. Social distancing rules will be observed.

For those unable to attend, the ceremony can be viewed on Zoom. The Zoom link is Launch Meeting – Zoom. Meeting ID: 817 4876 8738; Passcode: 586851.

Gugler was appointed magistrate judge of the 8th Judicial District on March 3 by the judicial district’s nominating commission, following public interviews.

Gugler, who is a Chapman resident, was an investigator for the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.

The vacancy was created when former Magistrate Judge Keith Collett was sworn in as an 8th Judicial District judge in October 2021.

By KATHY HAGEMAN Dickinson County Public Information CoordinatorA robing ceremony for Dickinson County District Magistrate Judge Neal Gugler has been scheduled for 1:30 p.m. April 15 in Courtroom 1 of the Dickinson County Courthouse, 109 E. First Street.The public is invited to attend.Also, the Dickinson County District Court Clerk’s office will be closed from 1 to 3:30 p.m. April 15 so court staff may attend the ceremony.Courtroom 1 is located on the second floor of the courthouse. Social distancing rules will be observed.For those unable to attend, the ceremony can be viewed on Zoom. The Zoom link is Launch Meeting – Zoom. Meeting ID: 817 4876 8738; Passcode: 586851.Gugler was appointed magistrate judge of the 8th Judicial District on March 3 by the judicial district’s nominating commission, following public interviews.Gugler, who is a Chapman resident, was an investigator for the Kansas Bureau of Investigation.The vacancy was created when former Magistrate Judge Keith Collett was sworn in as an 8th Judicial District judge in October 2021.

Robing ceremony planned in Abilene for new magistrate judge

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina Post

A Salina property management firm is out approximately $1,300 after thefts at two of its apartment complexes.

An employee of Jensen Properties LLC told police that on March 14 he noticed that some of the coin collection units on the washers and dryers in the facility at 415 E. Republic Avenue, had no quarters in them, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. When the employee returned to check the units on Monday, quarters were missing once again.

Additionally, quarters were missing from the coin collection units in the laundry room in the company's facility at 651 Upper Mill Heights Drive, Forrester said.

It appeared that whoever stole the quarters had somehow unlocked the units, as they were unlocked when the thefts were discovered, Forrester said.

The total amount of stolen quarters was estimated at $900.

Forrester said that a new water heater that had been delivered to the E. Republic facility and had been sitting in the hallway awaiting installation also was stolen. The water heater was valued at $400.

By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostA Salina property management firm is out approximately $1,300 after thefts at two of its apartment complexes.An employee of Jensen Properties LLC told police that on March 14 he noticed that some of the coin collection units on the washers and dryers in the facility at 415 E. Republic Avenue, had no quarters in them, Salina Police Captain Paul Forrester said this morning. When the employee returned to check the units on Monday, quarters were missing once again.Additionally, quarters were missing from the coin collection units in the laundry room in the company's facility at 651 Upper Mill Heights Drive, Forrester said.It appeared that whoever stole the quarters had somehow unlocked the units, as they were unlocked when the thefts were discovered, Forrester said.The total amount of stolen quarters was estimated at $900.Forrester said that a new water heater that had been delivered to the E. Republic facility and had been sitting in the hallway awaiting installation also was stolen. The water heater was valued at $400.

Multitude of quarters, water heater stolen from apt. complexes

A rain and snow mix will be likely late this evening and overnight. 

Snow accumulations are expected to remain light and restricted to central Kansas for the most part where up to a half inch is possible on grassy or elevated surfaces. 

Areas further south will primarily see rain with a few snowflakes possibly mixing in with little or no accumulations.

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NWS: A bit of snow possible this evening

<a href="https://salina.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus</a>&nbsp;recently broke ground for a new 104-bed residence hall as rising enrollment on the campus intensifies students' challenge of finding available housing in the community. It's the latest chapter in a season of growth for the campus. In response to changes in the aerospace and technology industries, K-State Salina added two new academic degrees and — with the philanthropic support of donors — 17 aircraft to its fleet in the past year. The new residence hall is another substantial strategic development on campus and enhances the accessibility for prospective students who require housing. "This new residence hall is another step forward in establishing our campus as a global aerospace leader," said Alysia Starkey, K-State Salina CEO and dean. "Studies show students earn better grades and are more likely to finish their degrees when living on campus. This ideal space allows our students to build their network, further their goals and find support that is important to them. When students are empowered by a positive community, they become leaders of tomorrow." Starkey, the dean's advisory council, alumni and representatives from KSU Foundation and Hutton Corporation gathered March 25 to break ground on the $9.1 million project. "K-State Salina's commitment to the community and its enrollment growth is realized by the construction of this new residence hall," said Tim Rogers, executive director of the Salina Airport Authority. "This not only helps students but reduces the housing pressure in Salina and benefits the Kansas economy from increased enrollment. The success of K-State Salina has a positive impact on our local community and the surrounding region." Construction will begin north of the existing residence halls and student union in April with expected completion in August 2023. "This is exciting for the K-State Salina campus and we are pleased to accelerate with an integrated design-build process to address rising enrollments," said Greg Lohrentz, senior vice president of operations and finance at the KSU Foundation. "As the university's strategic real estate partner, we appreciate the momentum that building this new dorm will bring to the university and for students wanting to launch their futures at K-State Salina. And the university will own the residence hall once the project financing is paid." Hutton Corporation,&nbsp;Salina, is both architect and contractor of the project.&nbsp;&nbsp;

K-State Salina<a href="https://salina.k-state.edu/" target="_blank">Kansas State University Salina Aerospace and Technology Campus</a>&nbsp;recently broke ground for a new 104-bed residence hall as rising enrollment on the campus intensifies students' challenge of finding available housing in the community. It's the latest chapter in a season of growth for the campus. In response to changes in the aerospace and technology industries, K-State Salina added two new academic degrees and — with the philanthropic support of donors — 17 aircraft to its fleet in the past year. The new residence hall is another substantial strategic development on campus and enhances the accessibility for prospective students who require housing. "This new residence hall is another step forward in establishing our campus as a global aerospace leader," said Alysia Starkey, K-State Salina CEO and dean. "Studies show students earn better grades and are more likely to finish their degrees when living on campus. This ideal space allows our students to build their network, further their goals and find support that is important to them. When students are empowered by a positive community, they become leaders of tomorrow." Starkey, the dean's advisory council, alumni and representatives from KSU Foundation and Hutton Corporation gathered March 25 to break ground on the $9.1 million project. "K-State Salina's commitment to the community and its enrollment growth is realized by the construction of this new residence hall," said Tim Rogers, executive director of the Salina Airport Authority. "This not only helps students but reduces the housing pressure in Salina and benefits the Kansas economy from increased enrollment. The success of K-State Salina has a positive impact on our local community and the surrounding region." Construction will begin north of the existing residence halls and student union in April with expected completion in August 2023. "This is exciting for the K-State Salina campus and we are pleased to accelerate with an integrated design-build process to address rising enrollments," said Greg Lohrentz, senior vice president of operations and finance at the KSU Foundation. "As the university's strategic real estate partner, we appreciate the momentum that building this new dorm will bring to the university and for students wanting to launch their futures at K-State Salina. And the university will own the residence hall once the project financing is paid." Hutton Corporation,&nbsp;Salina, is both architect and contractor of the project.&nbsp;&nbsp;

K-State Salina breaks ground on new residence hall

Area counties are included in a wind advisory now in effect.

The National Weather Service in Wichita issued a wind advisory in effect until 7 p.m. Wednesday for the following counties in our area.

Northwest winds at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph, are forecast. 

Gusty winds could blow around unsecured light weight objects. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle.

Area counties are included in a wind advisory now in effect.The National Weather Service in Wichita issued a wind advisory in effect until 7 p.m. Wednesday for the following counties in our area.Ellsworth CountyLincoln County McPherson CountySaline CountyNorthwest winds at 25 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 45 mph, are forecast. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured light weight objects. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle.

Wind advisory in effect through Wednesday evening

UPDATE 9 a.m. Wednesday: The Saline County Road and Bridge Department announced this morning that it has reopened S. Kipp Road.

Saline County has closed part of a road in far southern Saline County for drainage work.

The Saline County Road and Bridge Department announced today that S. Kipp Road between Coronado Heights Road and Rose Hill Road was closed to traffic today for the replacement of a drainage structure. Weather permitting the roadway should be opened by Friday.

Drivers are asked to find alternate routes around the project area.  Local and emergency traffic will be provided access to private property within the sections of closed road at all times, but only from the side upon which the property lies, the department noted.

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 </figure>By SALINA POSTUPDATE 9 a.m. Wednesday: The Saline County Road and Bridge Department announced this morning that it has reopened S. Kipp Road.Saline County has closed part of a road in far southern Saline County for drainage work.The Saline County Road and Bridge Department announced today that S. Kipp Road between Coronado Heights Road and Rose Hill Road was closed to traffic today for the replacement of a drainage structure. Weather permitting the roadway should be opened by Friday.Drivers are asked to find alternate routes around the project area. Local and emergency traffic will be provided access to private property within the sections of closed road at all times, but only from the side upon which the property lies, the department noted.

UPDATE: Saline County reopens part of southern road

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INSIGHT: Hometown advocacy

Today is Wednesday, March 30, the 89th day of 2022. There are 276 days left in the year.

On March 30, 1981, President Ronald Reagan was shot and seriously injured outside a Washington, D.C., hotel by John W. Hinckley Jr.; also wounded were White House press secretary James Brady, Secret Service agent Timothy McCarthy and a District of Columbia police officer, Thomas Delahanty.

In 1822, Florida became a United States territory.

In 1842, Dr. Crawford W. Long of Jefferson, Georgia, first used ether as an anesthetic during an operation to remove a patient's neck tumor.

In 1867, U.S. Secretary of State William H. Seward reached agreement with Russia to purchase the territory of Alaska for $7.2 million, a deal ridiculed by critics as "Seward's Folly."

In 1870, the 15th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which prohibited denying citizens the right to vote and hold office on the basis of race, was declared in effect by Secretary of State Hamilton Fish.

In 1923, the Cunard liner RMS Laconia became the first passenger ship to circle the globe as it arrived in New York.

In 1945, during World War II, the Soviet Union invaded Austria with the goal of taking Vienna, which it accomplished two weeks later.

In 1959, a narrowly divided U.S. Supreme Court, in Bartkus v. Illinois, ruled that a conviction in state court following an acquittal in federal court for the same crime did not constitute double jeopardy.

In 1975, as the Vietnam War neared its end, Communist forces occupied the city of Da Nang.

In 1987, at the 59th Academy Awards, "Platoon" was named best picture; Marlee Matlin received best actress for "Children of a Lesser God" and Paul Newman was honored as best actor for "The Color of Money."

In 2010, President Barack Obama signed a single measure sealing his health care overhaul and making the government the primary lender to students by cutting banks out of the process.

In 2015, Comedy Central announced that Trevor Noah, a 31-year-old comedian from South Africa, would succeed Jon Stewart as host of "The Daily Show."

In 2020, Florida authorities arrested a megachurch pastor after they said he held two Sunday services with hundreds in attendance in violation of coronavirus restrictions. (The charges were later dropped.)

Ten years ago: President Barack Obama said he was plowing ahead with potential sanctions against countries that kept buying oil from Iran, including allies of the United States, in a deepening campaign to starve Tehran of money for its disputed nuclear program. Anthony Davis became the first Kentucky basketball player and second freshman to be selected The Associated Press' Player of the Year.

Five years ago: North Carolina rolled back its "bathroom bill" in a bid to end a yearlong backlash over transgender rights that had cost the state dearly in business projects, conventions and basketball tournaments; the measure had required that transgender people use public restrooms that corresponded to the sex on their birth certificate. At Cape Canaveral, SpaceX successfully launched and then retrieved its first recycled rocket. Twitter said it was easing its 140-character limit in replies.

One year ago: G. Gordon Liddy, a mastermind of the Watergate burglary and a radio talk show host after emerging from prison, died at age 90 at his daughter's home in Virginia. NFL team owners agreed to increase the regular season to 17 games and reduce the preseason to three games.

Today's Birthdays: Game show host Peter Marshall is 96. Actor John Astin is 92. Actor-director Warren Beatty is 85. Rock musician Eric Clapton is 77. Actor Justin Deas is 74. Actor Paul Reiser is 66. Rap artist MC Hammer is 60. Singer Tracy Chapman is 58. Actor Ian Ziering is 58. TV personality Piers Morgan is 57. Rock musician Joey Castillo is 56. Actor Donna D'Errico is 54. Singer Celine Dion is 54. TV personality/producer Richard Rawlings is 53. Actor Mark Consuelos is 51. Actor Bahar Soomekh is 47. Actor Jessica Cauffiel is 46. Singer Norah Jones is 43. Actor Fiona Gubelmann is 42. Actor Katy Mixon is 41. Actor Jason Dohring is 40. Country singer Justin Moore is 38. Actor Tessa Ferrer is 36. Country singer Thomas Rhett is 32. Rapper NF is 31.

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 </figure>By THE ASSOCIATED PRESSToday is Wednesday, March 30, the 89th day of 2022. There are 276 days left in the year.Today's Highlight in History:On March 30, 1981, President Ronald Reagan was shot and seriously injured outside a Washington, D.C., hotel by John W. Hinckley Jr.; also wounded were White House press secretary James Brady, Secret Service agent Timothy McCarthy and a District of Columbia police officer, Thomas Delahanty.On this date:In 1822, Florida became a United States territory.In 1842, Dr. Crawford W. Long of Jefferson, Georgia, first used ether as an anesthetic during an operation to remove a patient's neck tumor.In 1867, U.S. Secretary of State William H. Seward reached agreement with Russia to purchase the territory of Alaska for $7.2 million, a deal ridiculed by critics as "Seward's Folly."In 1870, the 15th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, which prohibited denying citizens the right to vote and hold office on the basis of race, was declared in effect by Secretary of State Hamilton Fish.In 1923, the Cunard liner RMS Laconia became the first passenger ship to circle the globe as it arrived in New York.In 1945, during World War II, the Soviet Union invaded Austria with the goal of taking Vienna, which it accomplished two weeks later.In 1959, a narrowly divided U.S. Supreme Court, in Bartkus v. Illinois, ruled that a conviction in state court following an acquittal in federal court for the same crime did not constitute double jeopardy.In 1975, as the Vietnam War neared its end, Communist forces occupied the city of Da Nang.In 1987, at the 59th Academy Awards, "Platoon" was named best picture; Marlee Matlin received best actress for "Children of a Lesser God" and Paul Newman was honored as best actor for "The Color of Money."In 2010, President Barack Obama signed a single measure sealing his health care overhaul and making the government the primary lender to students by cutting banks out of the process.In 2015, Comedy Central announced that Trevor Noah, a 31-year-old comedian from South Africa, would succeed Jon Stewart as host of "The Daily Show."In 2020, Florida authorities arrested a megachurch pastor after they said he held two Sunday services with hundreds in attendance in violation of coronavirus restrictions. (The charges were later dropped.)Ten years ago: President Barack Obama said he was plowing ahead with potential sanctions against countries that kept buying oil from Iran, including allies of the United States, in a deepening campaign to starve Tehran of money for its disputed nuclear program. Anthony Davis became the first Kentucky basketball player and second freshman to be selected The Associated Press' Player of the Year.Five years ago: North Carolina rolled back its "bathroom bill" in a bid to end a yearlong backlash over transgender rights that had cost the state dearly in business projects, conventions and basketball tournaments; the measure had required that transgender people use public restrooms that corresponded to the sex on their birth certificate. At Cape Canaveral, SpaceX successfully launched and then retrieved its first recycled rocket. Twitter said it was easing its 140-character limit in replies.One year ago: G. Gordon Liddy, a mastermind of the Watergate burglary and a radio talk show host after emerging from prison, died at age 90 at his daughter's home in Virginia. NFL team owners agreed to increase the regular season to 17 games and reduce the preseason to three games.Today's Birthdays: Game show host Peter Marshall is 96. Actor John Astin is 92. Actor-director Warren Beatty is 85. Rock musician Eric Clapton is 77. Actor Justin Deas is 74. Actor Paul Reiser is 66. Rap artist MC Hammer is 60. Singer Tracy Chapman is 58. Actor Ian Ziering is 58. TV personality Piers Morgan is 57. Rock musician Joey Castillo is 56. Actor Donna D'Errico is 54. Singer Celine Dion is 54. TV personality/producer Richard Rawlings is 53. Actor Mark Consuelos is 51. Actor Bahar Soomekh is 47. Actor Jessica Cauffiel is 46. Singer Norah Jones is 43. Actor Fiona Gubelmann is 42. Actor Katy Mixon is 41. Actor Jason Dohring is 40. Country singer Justin Moore is 38. Actor Tessa Ferrer is 36. Country singer Thomas Rhett is 32. Rapper NF is 31.

Today in History - March 30

Salina Arts &amp; Humanities is presenting a community mural visioning workshop, in preparation for a mural being created for the new stage, located at the corner of N. Santa Fe Avenue and Ash Street.

On Friday from 5-6:30 p.m. and Saturday from 1-3 p.m., artist Dave Loewenstein will be in Salina to host a visioning workshop to obtain community input to assist with the development of a design for the mural that will be painted on the stage walls in April. His presentation will be held at the Art Center Warehouse, 149 S. Fourth Street.

Before the mural design and painting begins, Loewenstein likes to meet with as many people in the community as possible to inform and shape the design of new public works of art. The community is invited to this free event to see Loewenstein’s presentation and participate in his visioning process.

Loewenstein’s mural, Waiting in the Wings, graced Campbell Plaza from 2010 until recently when it was lost due to water damage discovered behind the wall during renovations.

During the 2010 project, with the assistance of artist Debbie Wagner, Loewenstein did extensive Salina research while creating the design and included lots of visual nods to places and people unique to Salina. Local people posed for the figures and many others who were passing by were invited to pick up a brush and join the fun. Loewenstein will apply a similar unique and creative process for this new stage mural project

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 </figure>SA&amp;HSalina Arts &amp; Humanities is presenting a community mural visioning workshop, in preparation for a mural being created for the new stage, located at the corner of N. Santa Fe Avenue and Ash Street.On Friday from 5-6:30 p.m. and Saturday from 1-3 p.m., artist Dave Loewenstein will be in Salina to host a visioning workshop to obtain community input to assist with the development of a design for the mural that will be painted on the stage walls in April. His presentation will be held at the Art Center Warehouse, 149 S. Fourth Street.Before the mural design and painting begins, Loewenstein likes to meet with as many people in the community as possible to inform and shape the design of new public works of art. The community is invited to this free event to see Loewenstein’s presentation and participate in his visioning process.Loewenstein’s mural, Waiting in the Wings, graced Campbell Plaza from 2010 until recently when it was lost due to water damage discovered behind the wall during renovations. During the 2010 project, with the assistance of artist Debbie Wagner, Loewenstein did extensive Salina research while creating the design and included lots of visual nods to places and people unique to Salina. Local people posed for the figures and many others who were passing by were invited to pick up a brush and join the fun. Loewenstein will apply a similar unique and creative process for this new stage mural project

Community mural visioning workshop Friday and Saturday

Brodie, a fifth-grade student at Schilling Elementary School, was notified earlier this month that his poem, Numbers, had been selected for inclusion in the upcoming Young American Poetry Digest. The poem is about where and when numbers are seen.

"The selection panel members are educators who select only the best poems submitted, poems that are especially well written for the age level of the student," the notification letter included.

"I was so happy his poem was selected. At the start of our poetry unit, Brodie came to me and asked if he could share a poem he had recently written. I could tell he had worked hard on his poem and had even practiced presenting it so I was proud that all of his hard work had paid off and that he had gotten the recognition he deserved," Brodie's teacher, Nora Rindt, told Salina Post.

Rindt said she had heard about the poetry contest, and when Brodie asked to share his poem, she thought she would give him a chance to share it with a wider audience.

"Not only was this a way for Brodie to take pride in his work, but it also gave him the opportunity to show off his talent. I think it’s important for kids to get recognition for their hard work and talent," Rindt said. "I would just like people to know that Brodie is such a hardworking student. He always wants to do his best and isn’t afraid to put in some extra effort or practice to achieve what he wants. He is truly deserving of this awesome accomplishment."

Brodie's father, Micah, also had praise for Rindt and Schilling Elementary School.

"He has one of the most amazing teachers. She noticed one day he was writing some poetry and asked if he would like to publish a poem someday and he told her yes," Micah Bunce told Salina Post. 

"This is a big thing on two levels," he continued. "One that an educator recognized a student's love for writing and provided an opportunity to try something new, and second his success and joy when he received his letter of acceptance in the mail. Schilling Elementary School continues to be a superior school of caring staff and leadership.

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 </figure>By LESLIE EIKLEBERRY Salina PostBrodie Bunce is a budding bard.Brodie, a fifth-grade student at Schilling Elementary School, was notified earlier this month that his poem, Numbers, had been selected for inclusion in the upcoming Young American Poetry Digest. The poem is about where and when numbers are seen."The selection panel members are educators who select only the best poems submitted, poems that are especially well written for the age level of the student," the notification letter included."I was so happy his poem was selected. At the start of our poetry unit, Brodie came to me and asked if he could share a poem he had recently written. I could tell he had worked hard on his poem and had even practiced presenting it so I was proud that all of his hard work had paid off and that he had gotten the recognition he deserved," Brodie's teacher, Nora Rindt, told Salina Post.Rindt said she had heard about the poetry contest, and when Brodie asked to share his poem, she thought she would give him a chance to share it with a wider audience."Not only was this a way for Brodie to take pride in his work, but it also gave him the opportunity to show off his talent. I think it’s important for kids to get recognition for their hard work and talent," Rindt said. "I would just like people to know that Brodie is such a hardworking student. He always wants to do his best and isn’t afraid to put in some extra effort or practice to achieve what he wants. He is truly deserving of this awesome accomplishment."Brodie's father, Micah, also had praise for Rindt and Schilling Elementary School."He has one of the most amazing teachers. She noticed one day he was writing some poetry and asked if he would like to publish a poem someday and he told her yes," Micah Bunce told Salina Post. "This is a big thing on two levels," he continued. "One that an educator recognized a student's love for writing and provided an opportunity to try something new, and second his success and joy when he received his letter of acceptance in the mail. Schilling Elementary School continues to be a superior school of caring staff and leadership.

Schilling fifth-grader has poem selected for publication

Salina Regional Health Center is modifying its COVID-19 visitor guidelines due to improving numbers of COVID-19 infection in the community. 

Effective Wednesday, all hospital inpatients and outpatients will be able to have two visitors age 12 and older with them in the facility at the same time. Visitors can alternate in and out of the facility throughout the day.

Visitors must come and go using the hospital’s main entrance between the hours of 5 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. weekdays, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends and holidays. Hospital outpatients had previously been allowed to have only one visitor accompany them for their appointments. All visitors also had previously been required to be age 18 and older.

All Salina SRHC-affiliated clinic patients also will be allowed to have two visitors/assistants accompany them for their appointments.

“We’ve seen continued trends of decreasing COVID-19 activity in recent weeks in both the number of daily positive cases and the number of inpatient admissions at the hospital,” said Bethanie McDowell, infection prevention director at SRHC. “We will continue masking and screening all patients and visitors entering our facilities following state and federal guidelines for health care providers.”

According to the CDC Tracker for COVID-19, Saline County is listed as a “Low” area of transmission for the virus. On Tuesday, Salina Regional Health Center had one inpatient with COVID-19. Throughout the month of March the hospital has had a fluctuating daily census of five or fewer COVID-19 inpatients.

Current visitation guidelines can be found at <a href="http://www.srhc.com">www.srhc.com</a>:

• Inpatient visitors may only enter the hospital Main Entrance between the hours of 5&nbsp;a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on weekdays, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends and holidays.

• Inpatients and outpatients are limited to two visitors at the same time. Visitors may alternate in and out of the facility during visiting hours.

• Visitors are not allowed to access the main hospital through the Emergency Department entrance at any time.

• Visitors are welcome to stay as long as they like within routine hospital visiting hours.

• Visitors will be screened for COVID-19 risk and given an ID bracelet upon entry.

• Visitors will be asked to wear a mask throughout the visit including in hallways, public areas and the patient’s room.

• Compassionate exceptions to these rules will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

• NO VISITORS are permitted for patients with suspected or confirmed COVID-19.

SRHCSalina Regional Health Center is modifying its COVID-19 visitor guidelines due to improving numbers of COVID-19 infection in the community. Effective Wednesday, all hospital inpatients and outpatients will be able to have two visitors age 12 and older with them in the facility at the same time. Visitors can alternate in and out of the facility throughout the day.Visitors must come and go using the hospital’s main entrance between the hours of 5 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. weekdays, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends and holidays. Hospital outpatients had previously been allowed to have only one visitor accompany them for their appointments. All visitors also had previously been required to be age 18 and older.All Salina SRHC-affiliated clinic patients also will be allowed to have two visitors/assistants accompany them for their appointments.“We’ve seen continued trends of decreasing COVID-19 activity in recent weeks in both the number of daily positive cases and the number of inpatient admissions at the hospital,” said Bethanie McDowell, infection prevention director at SRHC. “We will continue masking and screening all patients and visitors entering our facilities following state and federal guidelines for health care providers.”According to the CDC Tracker for COVID-19, Saline County is listed as a “Low” area of transmission for the virus. On Tuesday, Salina Regional Health Center had one inpatient with COVID-19. Throughout the month of March the hospital has had a fluctuating daily census of five or fewer COVID-19 inpatients.Current visitation guidelines can be found at <a href="http://www.srhc.com">www.srhc.com</a>:• Inpatient visitors may only enter the hospital Main Entrance between the hours of 5&nbsp;a.m. and 5:30 p.m. on weekdays, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on weekends and holidays.• Inpatients and outpatients are limited to two visitors at the same time. Visitors may alternate in and out of the facility during visiting hours.• Visitors are not allowed to access the main hospital through the Emergency Department entrance at any time.• Visitors are welcome to stay as long as they like within routine hospital visiting hours.• Visitors will be screened for COVID-19 risk and given an ID bracelet upon entry.• Visitors must be age 12 or older.• Visitors will be asked to wear a mask throughout the visit including in hallways, public areas and the patient’s room.• Compassionate exceptions to these rules will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.• NO VISITORS are permitted for patients with suspected or confirmed COVID-19.

Salina Regional Health Center modifies COVID visitor guidelines

UPDATE 9 p.m. Tuesday: All counties in our area except Marion County have been removed from the watch.

The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Okla., has issued a severe thunderstorm watch in effect until midnight for the following counties in our area.

UPDATE 9 p.m. Tuesday: All counties in our area except Marion County have been removed from the watch.The Storm Prediction Center in Norman, Okla., has issued a severe thunderstorm watch in effect until midnight for the following counties in our area.Marion County