In this episode of King in the Community, Salina Post News Director Nate King welcomes back Phil Smith-Hanes, Saline County Administrator, for a discussion on current Saline County issues. 

Smith-Hanes provides insights into the recent National Night Out event, the adoption of the 2025 budget, and the county's response to recent storm damage. Smith-Hanes also shares details about the Saline County facility evaluations, including potential renovations and new projects, and the visioning process for the county's future.

<div><iframe title="Saline County Administrator, Phil Smith Hanes" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=kv7zk-16aaec9-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>In this episode of King in the Community, Salina Post News Director Nate King welcomes back Phil Smith-Hanes, Saline County Administrator, for a discussion on current Saline County issues. </p><p>Smith-Hanes provides insights into the recent National Night Out event, the adoption of the 2025 budget, and the county's response to recent storm damage. Smith-Hanes also shares details about the Saline County facility evaluations, including potential renovations and new projects, and the visioning process for the county's future.</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=11&filter=publish_time&publish_start=2024-01-01&publish_end=2024-08-07&ss=7738d4eec3dd34400237b4107dee0f09&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community — Saline County Administrator, Phil Smith-Hanes

<a href="mailto:jbklaudt@ksu.edu"><b>By JACOB KLAUDT</b><br></a><i>K-State Research and Extension news service</i>

Cereal rye grain possesses many uses within crop and livestock production. Growers make rye part of their corn-soybean crop rotation to boost yields, while ranchers needing an alternative feed might hay it for their livestock.

Recently, a listener who plants rye as a cover crop asked the hosts of&nbsp;<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/08/16/listener-question-ffar-icasa-grant-listener-question/" target="_blank">K-State’s Cattle Chat podcast</a>&nbsp;if rye grain can be included in cattle rations. Kansas State University beef cattle nutritionist Phillip Lancaster said “yes,” noting it depends on the class of cattle.

“Cattle can have rye grain in their diets,” he said. “It is nutritionally similar to other cereal grains like oats and barley, with a higher fiber content than wheat.”

Producers often plant rye for its cold tolerance and relatively low soil and moisture requirements. Lancaster said an after-harvest benefit includes rye grain’s ability to replace corn (one of the more expensive feedstuffs) in certain cattle diets.

“There is a study that looked at growing cattle on rye instead of corn as a grain source and those researchers saw no difference in cattle performance,” he said.

“Whether it is growing replacement heifers or backgrounding feeder cattle, I think a producer could pretty much substitute all of the corn in a diet with whole rye grain.”

On the other hand, producers may not want to feed rye grain to cattle in the finishing phase of the feeding period.

“Another part of that research evaluated finishing cattle on rye grain rather than corn,” Lancaster said. “Overall, the cattle that had rye grain in their diet had a lower dry matter intake, their average daily gain was lower and feed conversion was worse.”

Producers who elect to feed rye grain do not need to have it processed before feeding, according to Lancaster.

“The same study assessed hammer milling rye versus feeding it whole. Processing did not seem to improve cattle performance, so I do not think producers need to spend the money to have it milled,” he said.

Additionally, producers should scout the rye seed heads in a field prior to feeding, K-State veterinarian Bob Larson said, to avoid health problems caused by ergot fungus.

“Rye is at a bigger risk for ergot fungus than other cereal grains,” he said. “It can be quite damaging to animals that consume it. The arteries in their body constrict, and the blood flow to their tails and feet can be restricted to a degree where they are damaged and may even fall off.”

“Go out and walk through that field you are planning on feeding rye from and look at the seed heads. The fungus is a little bigger than a rye seed and will be a dark black or brown.”

Larson said even if only a portion of a field has ergot fungus, a producer should not feed any grain from that crop to livestock.

K-State veterinarian Brad White wrapped up the conversation, saying: “I think with that caution (regarding ergot toxicity) in mind – and depending on the kind of cattle you are feeding – rye can certainly be a component of a ration.”

To hear the full discussion,&nbsp;<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/08/16/listener-question-ffar-icasa-grant-listener-question/" target="_blank">listen to Cattle Chat</a>&nbsp;on your preferred streaming platform.

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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/8/1724177925597.png" alt="K-State beef cattle experts received a listener question about rye grain on the most recently released Cattle Chat episode. They examine whether producers should feed whole rye grain to cattle. <b>Image Courtesy KSRE</b>" />
                        <figcaption>K-State beef cattle experts received a listener question about rye grain on the most recently released Cattle Chat episode. They examine whether producers should feed whole rye grain to cattle. <b>Image Courtesy KSRE</b></figcaption>
                    </figure><p><a href="mailto:jbklaudt@ksu.edu"><b>By JACOB KLAUDT</b><br></a><i>K-State Research and Extension news service</i></p><p>Cereal rye grain possesses many uses within crop and livestock production. Growers make rye part of their corn-soybean crop rotation to boost yields, while ranchers needing an alternative feed might hay it for their livestock.</p><p>Recently, a listener who plants rye as a cover crop asked the hosts of&nbsp;<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/08/16/listener-question-ffar-icasa-grant-listener-question/" target="_blank">K-State’s Cattle Chat podcast</a>&nbsp;if rye grain can be included in cattle rations. Kansas State University beef cattle nutritionist Phillip Lancaster said “yes,” noting it depends on the class of cattle.</p><p>“Cattle can have rye grain in their diets,” he said. “It is nutritionally similar to other cereal grains like oats and barley, with a higher fiber content than wheat.”</p><p>Producers often plant rye for its cold tolerance and relatively low soil and moisture requirements. Lancaster said an after-harvest benefit includes rye grain’s ability to replace corn (one of the more expensive feedstuffs) in certain cattle diets.</p><p>“There is a study that looked at growing cattle on rye instead of corn as a grain source and those researchers saw no difference in cattle performance,” he said.</p><p>“Whether it is growing replacement heifers or backgrounding feeder cattle, I think a producer could pretty much substitute all of the corn in a diet with whole rye grain.”</p><p>On the other hand, producers may not want to feed rye grain to cattle in the finishing phase of the feeding period.</p><p>“Another part of that research evaluated finishing cattle on rye grain rather than corn,” Lancaster said. “Overall, the cattle that had rye grain in their diet had a lower dry matter intake, their average daily gain was lower and feed conversion was worse.”</p><p>Producers who elect to feed rye grain do not need to have it processed before feeding, according to Lancaster.</p><p>“The same study assessed hammer milling rye versus feeding it whole. Processing did not seem to improve cattle performance, so I do not think producers need to spend the money to have it milled,” he said.</p><p>Additionally, producers should scout the rye seed heads in a field prior to feeding, K-State veterinarian Bob Larson said, to avoid health problems caused by ergot fungus.</p><p>“Rye is at a bigger risk for ergot fungus than other cereal grains,” he said. “It can be quite damaging to animals that consume it. The arteries in their body constrict, and the blood flow to their tails and feet can be restricted to a degree where they are damaged and may even fall off.”</p><p>“Go out and walk through that field you are planning on feeding rye from and look at the seed heads. The fungus is a little bigger than a rye seed and will be a dark black or brown.”</p><p>Larson said even if only a portion of a field has ergot fungus, a producer should not feed any grain from that crop to livestock.</p><p>K-State veterinarian Brad White wrapped up the conversation, saying: “I think with that caution (regarding ergot toxicity) in mind – and depending on the kind of cattle you are feeding – rye can certainly be a component of a ration.”</p><p>To hear the full discussion,&nbsp;<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/08/16/listener-question-ffar-icasa-grant-listener-question/" target="_blank">listen to Cattle Chat</a>&nbsp;on your preferred streaming platform.</p>

KSRE Cattle Chat: To feed or not to feed rye grain

&nbsp;In this episode, Nate King sits down virtually with Salina City Manager Mike Schrage to discuss the happenings at recent city commission meetings, ongoing discussions amongst community members, and proactive planning for city-owned property.

Nate asks about the <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/d11440d8-1d3d-457f-bb9d-0340bca41660">Salina City Commission's decision to deem the Ambassador Hotel a dangerous structure</a>, and Mike explains the criteria and future steps. 

Mike also addresses Salina's breed-specific laws and the overcrowding of animals at the Salina Animal Shelter.

The conversation covers Salina Parks and Recreation's new pickleball courts and engaging and proactive community programs.

Lastly, they discuss the city and county's joint building needs assessment, which focuses on efficient space utilization and potential repurposing of existing structures.

<div><iframe title="Salina City Manager Mike Schrage talks about Ambassador Hotel, animal services and more" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=agb4f-169401c-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>&nbsp;In this episode, Nate King sits down virtually with Salina City Manager Mike Schrage to discuss the happenings at recent city commission meetings, ongoing discussions amongst community members, and proactive planning for city-owned property.</p><p>Nate asks about the <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/d11440d8-1d3d-457f-bb9d-0340bca41660">Salina City Commission's decision to deem the Ambassador Hotel a dangerous structure</a>, and Mike explains the criteria and future steps. </p><p>Mike also addresses Salina's breed-specific laws and the overcrowding of animals at the Salina Animal Shelter.</p><p>The conversation covers Salina Parks and Recreation's new pickleball courts and engaging and proactive community programs.</p><p>Lastly, they discuss the city and county's joint building needs assessment, which focuses on efficient space utilization and potential repurposing of existing structures.</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=11&filter=publish_time&publish_start=2024-01-01&publish_end=2024-07-25&ss=b252e1ad09794bfe134a6d171a3c19ba&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community — Salina City Manager Mike Schrage 

In this episode, Nate King sits down with local community leader and musician Cash Hollistah (James Curtis) to discuss how his grandfather started <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/edcd5204-f723-4e8e-9956-0a17c6565c48" target="_blank">Daddy Bud Day</a> and what inspired Cash to revive an event with close ties to the Black community and the City of Salina.

Hollistah shares his passion for his hometown, highlighting the opportunities for families and the importance of ensuring community engagement. This episode also explores the challenges and triumphs of community development and the power of forming partnerships.&nbsp;

Learn about the efforts to rename Pacific Park in honor of Hollistah's grandfather, John Curtis Sr. Find out how music shaped Hollistah's life and how he's using his platform to make a positive impact in Salina.

<div><iframe title="Cash Hollistah/James Curtis, Daddy Bud Day" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=vmgdd-167c0ab-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>In this episode, Nate King sits down with local community leader and musician Cash Hollistah (James Curtis) to discuss how his grandfather started <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/edcd5204-f723-4e8e-9956-0a17c6565c48" target="_blank">Daddy Bud Day</a> and what inspired Cash to revive an event with close ties to the Black community and the City of Salina.</p><p>Hollistah shares his passion for his hometown, highlighting the opportunities for families and the importance of ensuring community engagement. This episode also explores the challenges and triumphs of community development and the power of forming partnerships.&nbsp;</p><p>Learn about the efforts to rename Pacific Park in honor of Hollistah's grandfather, John Curtis Sr. Find out how music shaped Hollistah's life and how he's using his platform to make a positive impact in Salina.</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=11&filter=publish_time&publish_start=2024-01-01&publish_end=2024-07-08&ss=1412047e5eb0022ae7bf983c408f5f5b&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>
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🎙 King in the Community — Cash Hollistah, community leader, musician

&nbsp;As grasses within a pasture mature, various physical changes occur, which impact the cattle grazing them. For instance, older plants dry out and lose nutritional value, but also develop coarse stems – making cattle more susceptible to injuries involving their face and eyes.

<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/07/26/heat-feeding-risk-management-facial-diseases-cull-criteria/" target="_blank">On a recent episode of the Cattle Chat podcast</a>, Kansas State University veterinarians recommend producers watch for lumpy jaw and wooden tongue as their pastures start getting “stemmy.”

“Green, growing grass isn’t likely to cause these problems,” said K-State veterinarian Bob

Larson. “Lumpy jaw and wooden tongue happen when the tissues of the mouth are damaged on rough textured forages.”

In the case of wooden tongue, damaging incidents to the mouth allow for germs that live within the animal to cause an infection.

“It’s not really something that cattle get from other cattle. It’s caused by bacteria that are normally in the mouth and throat area,” Larson said.

K-State veterinarian Brad White adds: “Coarse feeds and grasses can damage the mucous membranes and cause lesions.”

Cattle with wooden tongue display obvious physical symptoms, according to Larson and White.

“Their tongue gets large and tends to hang out of their mouth, making eating difficult. They look like they are panting or drooling,” Larson said.

“It gets stiff, swollen and painful,” White said. “You do not very often see an animal – a cow especially – sticking their tongue out of their mouth; they’re not doing it to play. They are doing it because their tongue won't go back in.”

Like wooden tongue, cattle contract lumpy jaw through the bacteria that inhabit their mouths.

“After an injury, (bacteria) gets into some of the other tissues of the mouth,” Larson said. “What's dangerous about that one is it can invade bone. If that happens, it becomes difficult to cure.”

Larson said when producers discover lumpy jaw and wooden tongue in their earlier stages, cattle have a better chance of recovering.

“A lot of times these cases will be treated intravenously,” he said. “This is pretty effective at bringing those two syndromes back to normal but contact your local veterinarian before making any treatment decisions.”

When examining an animal’s mouth and face for lumpy jaw and wooden tongue, Larson suggests that producers monitor the eyes as well for squamous cell carcinoma, or cancer eye.

If this affliction goes untreated, cattle may face the same fate as their lumpy jaw and wooden tongue-infected counterparts.

“Cattle can get a cancer of the eye – often in their third eyelid. If you treat it early with surgical removal of that area, those animals respond well and can go ahead and have multiple years of productive life after that,” Larson said.

However, “If that cancer spreads and it involves the bones of the head, that is not going to get better, and it is time to think about euthanasia just from an animal welfare standpoint.”

To hear the full discussion,&nbsp;<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/07/26/heat-feeding-risk-management-facial-diseases-cull-criteria/" target="_blank">listen to Cattle Chat&nbsp;</a>on your preferred streaming platform.

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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/7/1722362402192.jpeg" alt="Wooden tongue and lumpy jaw – diseases that affect older cattle – become more prevalent as grasses and forage mature. K-State veterinarians share their causes, and treatments and discuss another facial disease: cancer eye." />
                        <figcaption>Wooden tongue and lumpy jaw – diseases that affect older cattle – become more prevalent as grasses and forage mature. K-State veterinarians share their causes, and treatments and discuss another facial disease: cancer eye.</figcaption>
                    </figure><p><b>By JACOB KLAUDT</b><br><i>KSRE</i></p><p>&nbsp;As grasses within a pasture mature, various physical changes occur, which impact the cattle grazing them. For instance, older plants dry out and lose nutritional value, but also develop coarse stems – making cattle more susceptible to injuries involving their face and eyes.</p><p><a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/07/26/heat-feeding-risk-management-facial-diseases-cull-criteria/" target="_blank">On a recent episode of the Cattle Chat podcast</a>, Kansas State University veterinarians recommend producers watch for lumpy jaw and wooden tongue as their pastures start getting “stemmy.”</p><p>“Green, growing grass isn’t likely to cause these problems,” said K-State veterinarian Bob</p><p>Larson. “Lumpy jaw and wooden tongue happen when the tissues of the mouth are damaged on rough textured forages.”</p><p>In the case of wooden tongue, damaging incidents to the mouth allow for germs that live within the animal to cause an infection.</p><p>“It’s not really something that cattle get from other cattle. It’s caused by bacteria that are normally in the mouth and throat area,” Larson said.</p><p>K-State veterinarian Brad White adds: “Coarse feeds and grasses can damage the mucous membranes and cause lesions.”</p><p>Cattle with wooden tongue display obvious physical symptoms, according to Larson and White.</p><p>“Their tongue gets large and tends to hang out of their mouth, making eating difficult. They look like they are panting or drooling,” Larson said.</p><p>“It gets stiff, swollen and painful,” White said. “You do not very often see an animal – a cow especially – sticking their tongue out of their mouth; they’re not doing it to play. They are doing it because their tongue won't go back in.”</p><p>Like wooden tongue, cattle contract lumpy jaw through the bacteria that inhabit their mouths.</p><p>“After an injury, (bacteria) gets into some of the other tissues of the mouth,” Larson said. “What's dangerous about that one is it can invade bone. If that happens, it becomes difficult to cure.”</p><p>Larson said when producers discover lumpy jaw and wooden tongue in their earlier stages, cattle have a better chance of recovering.</p><p>“A lot of times these cases will be treated intravenously,” he said. “This is pretty effective at bringing those two syndromes back to normal but contact your local veterinarian before making any treatment decisions.”</p><p>When examining an animal’s mouth and face for lumpy jaw and wooden tongue, Larson suggests that producers monitor the eyes as well for squamous cell carcinoma, or cancer eye.</p><p>If this affliction goes untreated, cattle may face the same fate as their lumpy jaw and wooden tongue-infected counterparts.</p><p>“Cattle can get a cancer of the eye – often in their third eyelid. If you treat it early with surgical removal of that area, those animals respond well and can go ahead and have multiple years of productive life after that,” Larson said.</p><p>However, “If that cancer spreads and it involves the bones of the head, that is not going to get better, and it is time to think about euthanasia just from an animal welfare standpoint.”</p><p>To hear the full discussion,&nbsp;<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/07/26/heat-feeding-risk-management-facial-diseases-cull-criteria/" target="_blank">listen to Cattle Chat&nbsp;</a>on your preferred streaming platform.</p>

KSRE Cattle Chat: Cattle Chat: Look out for lumpy jaw and other facial diseases

Join Nate King on the "King in the Community" podcast for his monthly conversation with Saline County Administrator Phil Smith-Hanes.

Nate and Phil discuss the 2025 Budget, covering the decision to exceed the revenue-neutral rate and its financial implications. Nate asks Phil about the collaborative facilities study with the City of Salina and upcoming community events like <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/1bcf9e03-ac17-4a80-bf41-7190f8c55ad2">National Night Out.</a>&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="Phil Smith-Hanes, Saline County administrator talks 2025 Budget, Revenue Neutral Rate and more" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=bgftk-1671edb-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b><br>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join Nate King on the "King in the Community" podcast for his monthly conversation with Saline County Administrator Phil Smith-Hanes.</p><p>Nate and Phil discuss the 2025 Budget, covering the decision to exceed the revenue-neutral rate and its financial implications. Nate asks Phil about the collaborative facilities study with the City of Salina and upcoming community events like <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/1bcf9e03-ac17-4a80-bf41-7190f8c55ad2">National Night Out.</a>&nbsp;</p>

Tune in for another conversation with Mitch Robinson, executive director of the Salina Community Economic Development Organization. King in the Community host Nate asks him about the Kansas Department of Commerce's new program "Love Kansas" and the state's efforts to bring back former residents.

<b>READ MORE:</b>&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/9e3f230d-fe53-478d-9789-17c71e30f72c">Love Kansas campaign aims to draw past residents back to the Sunflower State</a>

They also discuss the current employment gap experienced at the national and local levels and the current lack of housing in Saline County. Hear Mitch give an update regarding the significant local investments made by companies like Beck's Seed, Schwan's, Great Plains Manufacturing, and Garmin.

<div><iframe title="Mitch Robinson, Salina Community Economic Development Organization executive director" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=wyxfx-16721ad-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Tune in for another conversation with Mitch Robinson, executive director of the Salina Community Economic Development Organization. King in the Community host Nate asks him about the Kansas Department of Commerce's new program "Love Kansas" and the state's efforts to bring back former residents.</p><p><b>READ MORE:</b>&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/9e3f230d-fe53-478d-9789-17c71e30f72c">Love Kansas campaign aims to draw past residents back to the Sunflower State</a></p><p>They also discuss the current employment gap experienced at the national and local levels and the current lack of housing in Saline County. Hear Mitch give an update regarding the significant local investments made by companies like Beck's Seed, Schwan's, Great Plains Manufacturing, and Garmin.</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=11&filter=publish_time&publish_start=2024-01-01&publish_end=2024-07-08&ss=1412047e5eb0022ae7bf983c408f5f5b&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community: Mitch Robinson, Salina Community Economic Developement Organization

Join Nate King as he interviews Jane Anderson, Executive Director of the Friends of the River Foundation, about the exciting Smoky Hill River revitalization project. Discover the impact of local and federal funding, the challenges faced, and the potential generational impact on the Salina and the Central Kansas communities.&nbsp;

During the podcast, Jane provides a construction timeline, historical context of how the river's ecosystem deteriorated and how U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran helped get this project funded.

More from the King in the Community Podcast

Join Salina Post News Director, Nate King, as he talks with local and regional government officials, first responders, non-profit leaders, and unique individuals with interesting stories from Saline County and beyond. Learn about how organizations in your neighborhood leverage their partnerships to create a more interconnected community.

<div><iframe title="Jane Anderson, Update on Smoky Hill River Renewal Project funding" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=nhwuf-1625204-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join Nate King as he interviews Jane Anderson, Executive Director of the Friends of the River Foundation, about the exciting Smoky Hill River revitalization project. Discover the impact of local and federal funding, the challenges faced, and the potential generational impact on the Salina and the Central Kansas communities.&nbsp;</p><p>During the podcast, Jane provides a construction timeline, historical context of how the river's ecosystem deteriorated and how U.S. Sen. Jerry Moran helped get this project funded.</p><h2>More from the King in the Community Podcast</h2><p>Join Salina Post News Director, Nate King, as he talks with local and regional government officials, first responders, non-profit leaders, and unique individuals with interesting stories from Saline County and beyond. Learn about how organizations in your neighborhood leverage their partnerships to create a more interconnected community.</p><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=10&filter=publish_time&publish_start=2023-11-01&publish_end=2024-05-23&ss=01c69c9fa658d8e4cfb3ec9c80b70fa2&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community Podcast — Jane Anderson, Update on Smoky Hill River Renewal Project funding

In this King in the Community episode, Salina Post News Director Nate King talks with Saline County Administrator Phil Smith-Hanes about recent efforts to improve broadband access in Saline County, including<a href="https://projects.designnine.com/survey/saline-residential">&nbsp;a community survey.</a>

Smith-Hanes also provides an update on the 2025 budget, outlining necessary cuts due to lower property valuations. Phil also previews the upcoming August primary elections and reminds the public that Saline County accepts proclamations.&nbsp;

Stay informed about the latest developments at Saline County and how they impact our community.&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="Saline County Administrator, Phil Smith-Hanes talks 2025 Budget, Broadband Internet and more" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=jqfs5-165e1de-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>In this King in the Community episode, Salina Post News Director Nate King talks with Saline County Administrator Phil Smith-Hanes about recent efforts to improve broadband access in Saline County, including<a href="https://projects.designnine.com/survey/saline-residential">&nbsp;a community survey.</a></p><p>Smith-Hanes also provides an update on the 2025 budget, outlining necessary cuts due to lower property valuations. Phil also previews the upcoming August primary elections and reminds the public that Saline County accepts proclamations.&nbsp;</p><p>Stay informed about the latest developments at Saline County and how they impact our community.&nbsp;</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=11&filter=publish_time&publish_start=2022-09-01&publish_end=2024-06-23&ss=1ffe7950062ef08166f0ae26a3624b17&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

<i>Click the play button above to watch Nate King's conversation with Salina City Manager, Mike Schrage.&nbsp;</i>

Join Salina Post News Director Nate King for another conversation with Salina City Manager, Mike Schrage. 

Find out how the city supports the Smoky Hill River Festival through extensive planning and coordination, ensuring a safe event despite unpredictable weather.

Schrage also discusses the ongoing civil suit affecting sign code regulations. Learn about the recent changes to the city’s proclamation process, allowing organizations to present their proclamations independently without a signature from the mayor, balancing free speech with the city's role.

Lastly, Schrage provides the City's perspective regarding the recent dissolution of the Friends of the Salina Animal Shelter and the city's efforts to maintain high standards in the wake of changes in volunteer participation. 

Stay informed and engaged with the issues that matter in Salina on the King in the Community podcast.

<div><iframe title="Mike Schrage, Salina City Manager Mike Schrage discusses Friends of the Salina Animal Shelter, the Cozy Inn civil case and more" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=9r3z2-165a2e9-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><i>Click the play button above to watch Nate King's conversation with Salina City Manager, Mike Schrage.&nbsp;</i></p><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join Salina Post News Director Nate King for another conversation with Salina City Manager, Mike Schrage. </p><p>Find out how the city supports the Smoky Hill River Festival through extensive planning and coordination, ensuring a safe event despite unpredictable weather.</p><p>Schrage also discusses the ongoing civil suit affecting sign code regulations. Learn about the recent changes to the city’s proclamation process, allowing organizations to present their proclamations independently without a signature from the mayor, balancing free speech with the city's role.</p><p>Lastly, Schrage provides the City's perspective regarding the recent dissolution of the Friends of the Salina Animal Shelter and the city's efforts to maintain high standards in the wake of changes in volunteer participation. </p><p>Stay informed and engaged with the issues that matter in Salina on the King in the Community podcast.</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=11&filter=publish_time&publish_start=2022-09-01&publish_end=2024-06-23&ss=1ffe7950062ef08166f0ae26a3624b17&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community — Mike Schrage discusses Friends of the Salina Animal Shelter, the Cozy Inn civil case and more

Tune in for another episode of the King in the Community podcast with Salina Post News Director Nate King. This episode features Nate's conversation with Jack Maytum, Senior Broadband Analyst at Design Nine, Inc. 

Maytum discusses the importance of reliable broadband access and the comprehensive broadband study for Saline County. He also shares some of the insights Saline County residents have shared with him to better understand and assess existing infrastructure, usage patterns, and coverage gaps and proposes strategies for improvement.

Community participation is crucial. Residents and business owners are urged to complete the broadband surveys by clicking on one of the links below.

<a target="_blank" href="https://tinyurl.com/SaCoBroadbandRes">Resident Survey</a> 

<a target="_blank" href="https://tinyurl.com/SACoBroadbandBiz">Business Survey</a> 

<a target="_blank" href="https://tinyurl.com/SACoBroadbandResEsp">Español</a>

<b>No Internet?&nbsp;Paper surveys are available at these locations:</b>

Eagle Communications Media Center, 1825 S Ohio St, Salina, KS 67401

Ad Astra Coffee, 135 N Santa Fe Ave, Salina

Assaria Hardware, 104 W Main St, Assaria, KS 67416

Gypsum Exit 14 Restaurant, 512 Maple St, Gypsum, KS 67448

Salina Public Library, 301 W Elm St, Salina, KS 67401

City/County Building, 300 W. Ash St., Salina, KS 67401

Salina Family Healthcare Center, 651 E Prescott Rd, Salina, KS 67401

Funded by $48,000 in ARPA funds, this study is essential for identifying service gaps and developing strategies to improve broadband access in Saline County.

<div><iframe title="Jack Maytum, Senior Broadband Analyst with Design Nine" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=tes4j-165478c-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Tune in for another episode of the King in the Community podcast with Salina Post News Director Nate King. This episode features Nate's conversation with Jack Maytum, Senior Broadband Analyst at Design Nine, Inc. </p><p>Maytum discusses the importance of reliable broadband access and the comprehensive broadband study for Saline County. He also shares some of the insights Saline County residents have shared with him to better understand and assess existing infrastructure, usage patterns, and coverage gaps and proposes strategies for improvement.</p><p><b>Call to Action:</b></p><p>Community participation is crucial. Residents and business owners are urged to complete the broadband surveys by clicking on one of the links below.</p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://tinyurl.com/SaCoBroadbandRes">Resident Survey</a> </p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://tinyurl.com/SACoBroadbandBiz">Business Survey</a> </p><p><a target="_blank" href="https://tinyurl.com/SACoBroadbandResEsp">Español</a></p><p><b>No Internet?&nbsp;Paper surveys are available at these locations:</b></p><p>Eagle Communications Media Center, 1825 S Ohio St, Salina, KS 67401</p><p>Ad Astra Coffee, 135 N Santa Fe Ave, Salina</p><p>Assaria Hardware, 104 W Main St, Assaria, KS 67416</p><p>Gypsum Exit 14 Restaurant, 512 Maple St, Gypsum, KS 67448</p><p>Salina Public Library, 301 W Elm St, Salina, KS 67401</p><p>City/County Building, 300 W. Ash St., Salina, KS 67401</p><p>Salina Family Healthcare Center, 651 E Prescott Rd, Salina, KS 67401</p><p>Funded by $48,000 in ARPA funds, this study is essential for identifying service gaps and developing strategies to improve broadband access in Saline County.</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=11&filter=publish_time&publish_start=2022-09-01&publish_end=2024-06-23&ss=1ffe7950062ef08166f0ae26a3624b17&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community — Jack Maytum, Design Nine broadband survey

Join Salina Post News Director Nate King for an insightful conversation with Nikki Goding, the Salina City Clerk, as she takes us behind the scenes of the city's digital transformation and governance.&nbsp;

<b>Nikki's Role and Responsibilities: </b>Learn about the pivotal functions she performs as the City Clerk and her journey in public service.<br><br><b>City of Salina's Digital Transformation Efforts:</b> Discover how Salina is leveraging technology to enhance city services, improve transparency, and engage citizens more effectively.

<b>New City Commission Meeting Schedule: </b>Hear how the revised meeting schedule is impacting city workers and what it means for the community's involvement in local governance.

Tune in and find out more about the inner workings of city government on this episode of King in the Community

<div><iframe title="Salina City Clerk, Nikki Goding" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=44vt7-164f7b3-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join Salina Post News Director Nate King for an insightful conversation with Nikki Goding, the Salina City Clerk, as she takes us behind the scenes of the city's digital transformation and governance.&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode, we dive into:</p><p><b>Nikki's Role and Responsibilities: </b>Learn about the pivotal functions she performs as the City Clerk and her journey in public service.<br><br><b>City of Salina's Digital Transformation Efforts:</b> Discover how Salina is leveraging technology to enhance city services, improve transparency, and engage citizens more effectively.</p><p><b>New City Commission Meeting Schedule: </b>Hear how the revised meeting schedule is impacting city workers and what it means for the community's involvement in local governance.</p><p>Tune in and find out more about the inner workings of city government on this episode of King in the Community</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=11&filter=publish_time&publish_start=&publish_end=2024-06-10&ss=e1fb7c3bd0252dc83d5fe95fd66449f7&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community — Nikki Goding, Salina City Clerk

Join Salina Post News Director Nate King as he interviews Kansas Wesleyan University President and CEO Dr. Matt Thompson. 

Listen in as they discuss the university's record-setting growth in enrollment and the successes in academic programs, athletics and community engagement. Dr. Thompson emphasizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and reflects on the university's resilience following the loss of two faculty members.

The conversation also covers Kansas Wesleyan's rapid growth and commitment to excellence, with exciting new initiatives on the horizon. Additionally, they explore sustainable agriculture and the university's partnerships with local food systems, highlighting efforts to source food within a 30-mile radius.

Tune in to learn about the innovative steps Kansas Wesleyan University is making and their positive impact on the Salina community.

<div><iframe title="KWU President and CEO, Dr. Matt Thompson" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=82q7a-1648e29-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join Salina Post News Director Nate King as he interviews Kansas Wesleyan University President and CEO Dr. Matt Thompson. </p><p>Listen in as they discuss the university's record-setting growth in enrollment and the successes in academic programs, athletics and community engagement. Dr. Thompson emphasizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion, and reflects on the university's resilience following the loss of two faculty members.</p><p>The conversation also covers Kansas Wesleyan's rapid growth and commitment to excellence, with exciting new initiatives on the horizon. Additionally, they explore sustainable agriculture and the university's partnerships with local food systems, highlighting efforts to source food within a 30-mile radius.</p><p>Tune in to learn about the innovative steps Kansas Wesleyan University is making and their positive impact on the Salina community.</p><h2>More from King in the Community Podcast</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=11&filter=publish_time&publish_start=&publish_end=2024-06-10&ss=e1fb7c3bd0252dc83d5fe95fd66449f7&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community — Dr. Matt Thompson, KWU President/CEO

<b><i>Click the play button above to hear Nate’s conversation with the Friends of the River Puppets.</i></b><b><br></b>By SALINA POST

Join host Nate King on The King in the Community Podcast for a special episode featuring Smoky Hill River critters Bella Beaver, Bartholomew Bullfrog, Edna C. Channel Cat, and Timmy the Turtle.

These hand puppets, hand crafted by Anne Hoekstra, education outreach coordinator for the Friends of the River Foundation, are brought to life by Anne and the Foundation's Executive Director, Jane Anderson.

The discussion centers on protecting the Smoky Hill River through responsible waste management, community education and teamwork. Anne and Jane share their experiences with using puppetry to engage both children and adults in learning about river ecosystems.

<b>LISTEN:</b>&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/d65fcc61-d99e-4df1-9ab9-a2ec97d8cc73">🎙King in the Community — Sarah Keck, Smoky Hill River Festival</a>

 This is an episode the whole family will love. Hear from the cast of critters as they share their stories of living on the river in Saline County.&nbsp;

Want to meet the puppets in person? Friends of the River Foundation’s river puppets are on the loose at the <a href="https://www.riverfestival.com/performer/river-puppet-palooza/">48th Annual Smoky Hill River Festival</a> on <b>FRIDAY ONLY</b>. Watch for Bella Beaver, Bartholomew Bullfrog, Edna C. Channel Cat, and other characters from their educational outreach program as they share stories of the Smoky Hill River.

<div><iframe title="Friends of the River Foundation Puppets" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=afybb-163c0b7-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b><i>Click the play button above to hear Nate’s conversation with the Friends of the River Puppets.</i></b><b><br></b>By SALINA POST</p><p>Join host Nate King on The King in the Community Podcast for a special episode featuring Smoky Hill River critters Bella Beaver, Bartholomew Bullfrog, Edna C. Channel Cat, and Timmy the Turtle.</p><p>These hand puppets, hand crafted by Anne Hoekstra, education outreach coordinator for the Friends of the River Foundation, are brought to life by Anne and the Foundation's Executive Director, Jane Anderson.</p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/6/1718129058819.jpeg" alt="Jane Anderson, pictured left and Anne Hoekstra, pictured right, animate Bella Beaver, Timmy the Turtle, Bartholomew Bullfrog and Edna C. Channel Cat puppets to help convey the educational mission of the Friends of the River Foundation.<b> Photo by Oliva Bergmeier</b>" />
                        <figcaption>Jane Anderson, pictured left and Anne Hoekstra, pictured right, animate Bella Beaver, Timmy the Turtle, Bartholomew Bullfrog and Edna C. Channel Cat puppets to help convey the educational mission of the Friends of the River Foundation.<b> Photo by Oliva Bergmeier</b></figcaption>
                    </figure><p>The discussion centers on protecting the Smoky Hill River through responsible waste management, community education and teamwork. Anne and Jane share their experiences with using puppetry to engage both children and adults in learning about river ecosystems.</p><p><b>LISTEN:</b>&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/d65fcc61-d99e-4df1-9ab9-a2ec97d8cc73">🎙King in the Community — Sarah Keck, Smoky Hill River Festival</a></p><p> This is an episode the whole family will love. Hear from the cast of critters as they share their stories of living on the river in Saline County.&nbsp;</p><p>Want to meet the puppets in person? Friends of the River Foundation’s river puppets are on the loose at the <a href="https://www.riverfestival.com/performer/river-puppet-palooza/">48th Annual Smoky Hill River Festival</a> on <b>FRIDAY ONLY</b>. Watch for Bella Beaver, Bartholomew Bullfrog, Edna C. Channel Cat, and other characters from their educational outreach program as they share stories of the Smoky Hill River.</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=11&filter=publish_time&publish_start=&publish_end=2024-06-10&ss=e1fb7c3bd0252dc83d5fe95fd66449f7&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community — Friends of the River Foundation Puppets

Join Nate King, News Director of the Salina Post, in this episode of "King in the Community" as he speaks with Salina Police Chief C.J. Wise. They discuss the revival of Salina's drug task force after a hiatus due to manpower issues, highlighting significant achievements in the past four months, including major drug seizures and community outreach.

Explore the ongoing drug problem in Salina, and the necessity of partnerships with other law enforcement agencies. Chief Wise also addresses building trust with underserved communities and the difficulties in recruiting and retaining officers.

Stay informed and connected with "King in the Community," where every episode brings you closer to the critical issues affecting North Central Kansas.

<div><iframe title="C.J. Wise, Salina Police Chief" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=9q2kh-1636529-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>BY SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join Nate King, News Director of the Salina Post, in this episode of "King in the Community" as he speaks with Salina Police Chief C.J. Wise. They discuss the revival of Salina's drug task force after a hiatus due to manpower issues, highlighting significant achievements in the past four months, including major drug seizures and community outreach.</p><p>Explore the ongoing drug problem in Salina, and the necessity of partnerships with other law enforcement agencies. Chief Wise also addresses building trust with underserved communities and the difficulties in recruiting and retaining officers.</p><p>Stay informed and connected with "King in the Community," where every episode brings you closer to the critical issues affecting North Central Kansas.</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=10&filter=publish_time&publish_start=&publish_end=2024-06-05&ss=c78f35c279538d68375b93050a86f67f&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community — Salina Police Chief, C.J. Wise

<i>Click the play button above to hear Nate King's interview with <br>Lt. Governor/Commerce Secretary David Toland</i>

Join Salina Post News Director Nate King as he sits down with<a href="https://www.kansascommerce.gov/staff/secretary-of-commerce-david-toland/"> Kansas Lieutenant Governor/Secretary of Commerce </a>David Toland to explore the economic growth of Salina and statewide initiatives.

Toland discusses factors driving Salina’s success, such as population growth, <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/7a4149d5-6859-43dc-b3a6-b102edd738ad">housing</a>, and <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/b7840647-570e-46c9-b3db-a74fa03752e1">arts</a> investments. Toland also commends local economic development leaders Salina Area Chamber of Commerce's Renee Duxler and Salina Community Economic Development Organization's Mitch Robinson.&nbsp;

This episode covers key topics like the passage of the <a href="https://www.kansascommerce.gov/apex/">Attracting Powerful Economic Expansion (APEX) Legislation</a>,<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/cdd52704-e2a2-41a6-b53b-cb56dbeb7641"> Panasonic’s $4 billion plant made possible thanks to APEX</a>, workforce challenges in the state, <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/cf4f849e-21f2-4f2d-8f36-095bdd37fed7">broadband internet development in rural areas</a>, and the strategic use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. 

Toland also addresses Medicaid expansion and its potential benefits for Kansas.

On this episode of King in the Community, listen to Toland share an overview of recent local and statewide economic developments and the importance of civic engagement and community involvement.&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="Kansas Lt. Gov./Sec. of Commerce, David Toland" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=pgwi3-1626bae-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><i>Click the play button above to hear Nate King's interview with <br>Lt. Governor/Commerce Secretary David Toland</i></p><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join Salina Post News Director Nate King as he sits down with<a href="https://www.kansascommerce.gov/staff/secretary-of-commerce-david-toland/"> Kansas Lieutenant Governor/Secretary of Commerce </a>David Toland to explore the economic growth of Salina and statewide initiatives.</p><p>Toland discusses factors driving Salina’s success, such as population growth, <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/7a4149d5-6859-43dc-b3a6-b102edd738ad">housing</a>, and <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/b7840647-570e-46c9-b3db-a74fa03752e1">arts</a> investments. Toland also commends local economic development leaders Salina Area Chamber of Commerce's Renee Duxler and Salina Community Economic Development Organization's Mitch Robinson.&nbsp;</p><p>This episode covers key topics like the passage of the <a href="https://www.kansascommerce.gov/apex/">Attracting Powerful Economic Expansion (APEX) Legislation</a>,<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/cdd52704-e2a2-41a6-b53b-cb56dbeb7641"> Panasonic’s $4 billion plant made possible thanks to APEX</a>, workforce challenges in the state, <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/cf4f849e-21f2-4f2d-8f36-095bdd37fed7">broadband internet development in rural areas</a>, and the strategic use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. </p><p>Toland also addresses Medicaid expansion and its potential benefits for Kansas.</p><p>On this episode of King in the Community, listen to Toland share an overview of recent local and statewide economic developments and the importance of civic engagement and community involvement.&nbsp;</p><h2>More from 🎙King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=10&filter=publish_time&publish_start=2023-11-01&publish_end=2024-05-23&ss=01c69c9fa658d8e4cfb3ec9c80b70fa2&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community — Kansas Lt. Gov./Secretary of Commerce, David Toland

Join Nate King on this episode of King in the Community as he chats with Susan Eberwein, Coordinator of <a href="https://www.riverfestival.com/kids/">Artyopolis at the Smoky Hill River Festival</a>. Susan shares her journey from working at the festival as a teen to taking her children there, and the amazing growth of Artyopolis from a single table to a vibrant kids’ zone featuring Creation Crossing, Paintchooo Plaza, and more.

Get excited for the return of the Flint Hill Fairies, a lineup of new and returning entertainers at Arty's Stage, and amenities like a misting station and baby station. Susan also shares need to know details about the nostalgic First Treasures event, where kids aged 4-13 can purchase exclusive artwork at a reasonable price.&nbsp;

Tune in to see what activities children can do at the 48th Annual Epic Arts Party in Oakdale Park June 13-16.

For more information check out <a href="https://www.riverfestival.com/">riverfestival.com</a>

<div><iframe title="Susan Eberwein, Artyopolis Coordinator" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=3bn26-162afe7-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join Nate King on this episode of King in the Community as he chats with Susan Eberwein, Coordinator of <a href="https://www.riverfestival.com/kids/">Artyopolis at the Smoky Hill River Festival</a>. Susan shares her journey from working at the festival as a teen to taking her children there, and the amazing growth of Artyopolis from a single table to a vibrant kids’ zone featuring Creation Crossing, Paintchooo Plaza, and more.</p><p>Get excited for the return of the Flint Hill Fairies, a lineup of new and returning entertainers at Arty's Stage, and amenities like a misting station and baby station. Susan also shares need to know details about the nostalgic First Treasures event, where kids aged 4-13 can purchase exclusive artwork at a reasonable price.&nbsp;</p><p>Tune in to see what activities children can do at the 48th Annual Epic Arts Party in Oakdale Park June 13-16.</p><p>For more information check out <a href="https://www.riverfestival.com/">riverfestival.com</a></p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=10&filter=publish_time&publish_start=&publish_end=2024-05-30&ss=c646c1f427a843b1db77fc269bf08c54&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community Podcast — Susan Eberwein, Artyopolis coordinator

K-State beef cattle veterinarians relay how to make the most of grazing warm and cool season grasses

<a href="mailto:jbklaudt@ksu.edu"><b>By JACOB KLAUDT</b></a><br><i>K-State Research and Extension news service</i>

MANHATTAN, Kan. — Pastures can be thought of in the same light as bank accounts. If an account holder withdraws a lot of money early in the year, then they’re left with nothing to spend on essential things down the line.

Beef producers who manage their pastureland in the same way can face similar repercussions.

Kansas State University veterinarians spoke about summer grazing management techniques that can keep pastures “in the black” on a recent episode of&nbsp;<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/05/24/international-visitors-summer-grazing-the-electronic-nose/">Cattle Chat</a>.

“When we have cool-season grasses right now, they should be doing pretty well in most parts of the country and are very productive. Our warm-season grasses, depending on where you are, maybe haven’t quite come on yet,” K-State veterinarian Brad White said. “We need to think about our plan because both of those types of grasses have what are called dry spells where they’re less productive.”

K-State nutritionist Phillip Lancaster suggests introducing annual warm-season grasses to help balance out a pasture’s nutritional value when cool-season plants start to decline.

“Adding some annual warm-season forages to your grazing land rotation can be very beneficial so that you get something that is peaking in production when cool-season grasses are slowing down because of the heat,” he said.

Lancaster added: “When we get into the July and August timeframe, the cool-season grasses are not able to tolerate the heat, so their productivity slows way down.”

After cattle have grazed down cool-season plants, planting warm-season grasses like sorghum-sudangrass, pearl millet or crabgrass straight into those pastures, or overseeding, serves as a great option for grazing cattle, according to Lancaster.

“Crabgrass is actually a very good (plant) that doesn’t have the potential to introduce some of the animal health problems that sorghum-sudangrass can with nitrate toxicity, but those are still some good options as we’re thinking about planting.”

For producers who employ a rotational grazing plan, frequently monitoring the growth of the plants within a pasture plays a key part in keeping grass in good condition.

“As you’re rotating to new pastures, paying attention to previously grazed pastures and how they are recovering and regrowing can kind of tell you how fast you need to rotate animals to maintain that plant in kind of a vegetative state,” Lancaster said.

White agreed and added: “In terms of your pasture movement, some of those things need to be sped up or slowed down based on conditions. There’s no static.”

To capture the full benefits of grazing the cool-season plants within a pasture, it’s important they stay immature for as long as possible.

“One of our goals in some of these cool-season forage systems is to try to minimize that plant going into a reproductive stage,” Lancaster said.

White added: “So, keep it from going to seed and getting ‘stemmy.’”

To learn more about summer grazing, listen to&nbsp;<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/05/24/international-visitors-summer-grazing-the-electronic-nose/">Cattle Chat</a>&nbsp;on your preferred streaming platform.

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                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1716903644688.jpeg" alt="Summer grazing horz.jpg" />
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                    </figure><h2>K-State beef cattle veterinarians relay how to make the most of grazing warm and cool season grasses</h2><p><a href="mailto:jbklaudt@ksu.edu"><b>By JACOB KLAUDT</b></a><br><i>K-State Research and Extension news service</i></p><p>MANHATTAN, Kan. — Pastures can be thought of in the same light as bank accounts. If an account holder withdraws a lot of money early in the year, then they’re left with nothing to spend on essential things down the line.</p><p>Beef producers who manage their pastureland in the same way can face similar repercussions.</p><p>Kansas State University veterinarians spoke about summer grazing management techniques that can keep pastures “in the black” on a recent episode of&nbsp;<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/05/24/international-visitors-summer-grazing-the-electronic-nose/">Cattle Chat</a>.</p><p>“When we have cool-season grasses right now, they should be doing pretty well in most parts of the country and are very productive. Our warm-season grasses, depending on where you are, maybe haven’t quite come on yet,” K-State veterinarian Brad White said. “We need to think about our plan because both of those types of grasses have what are called dry spells where they’re less productive.”</p><div><iframe style="border-radius:12px" src="https://open.spotify.com/embed/episode/0s9EjyFvr7UhVXad1z1FRe?utm_source=generator" width="100%" height="352" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; fullscreen; picture-in-picture" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p>K-State nutritionist Phillip Lancaster suggests introducing annual warm-season grasses to help balance out a pasture’s nutritional value when cool-season plants start to decline.</p><p>“Adding some annual warm-season forages to your grazing land rotation can be very beneficial so that you get something that is peaking in production when cool-season grasses are slowing down because of the heat,” he said.</p><p>Lancaster added: “When we get into the July and August timeframe, the cool-season grasses are not able to tolerate the heat, so their productivity slows way down.”</p><p>After cattle have grazed down cool-season plants, planting warm-season grasses like sorghum-sudangrass, pearl millet or crabgrass straight into those pastures, or overseeding, serves as a great option for grazing cattle, according to Lancaster.</p><p>“Crabgrass is actually a very good (plant) that doesn’t have the potential to introduce some of the animal health problems that sorghum-sudangrass can with nitrate toxicity, but those are still some good options as we’re thinking about planting.”</p><p>For producers who employ a rotational grazing plan, frequently monitoring the growth of the plants within a pasture plays a key part in keeping grass in good condition.</p><p>“As you’re rotating to new pastures, paying attention to previously grazed pastures and how they are recovering and regrowing can kind of tell you how fast you need to rotate animals to maintain that plant in kind of a vegetative state,” Lancaster said.</p><p>White agreed and added: “In terms of your pasture movement, some of those things need to be sped up or slowed down based on conditions. There’s no static.”</p><p>To capture the full benefits of grazing the cool-season plants within a pasture, it’s important they stay immature for as long as possible.</p><p>“One of our goals in some of these cool-season forage systems is to try to minimize that plant going into a reproductive stage,” Lancaster said.</p><p>White added: “So, keep it from going to seed and getting ‘stemmy.’”</p><p>To learn more about summer grazing, listen to&nbsp;<a href="https://ksubci.org/2024/05/24/international-visitors-summer-grazing-the-electronic-nose/">Cattle Chat</a>&nbsp;on your preferred streaming platform.</p>

KSRE Cattle Chat: Summer grazing

Join host Nate King on the King in the Community podcast as he talks with Sarah Keck, entertainment director for the 48th annual Smoky Hill River Festival in Salina, Kansas. Sarah shares a sneak peek of the music acts at the festival, including diverse genres and performers.

<b>LISTEN MORE:&nbsp;</b><a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/eb9d6b20-de39-4216-9b0a-1c488dfeb1e6">🎙King in the Community — Crystal Hammerschmidt, Salina Arts and Humanities</a>

Sarah also discusses the collaborative effort in selecting artists and highlights returning favorites like Papa Green Shoes and new additions like Wilderness and Scott Mulvahill. Don't miss this celebration of music and community spirit at the 48th annual Smoky Hill River Festival June 13-16.&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="Sarah Keck, Smoky Hill River Festival Entertainment Director" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=jv7te-161f8d7-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join host Nate King on the King in the Community podcast as he talks with Sarah Keck, entertainment director for the 48th annual Smoky Hill River Festival in Salina, Kansas. Sarah shares a sneak peek of the music acts at the festival, including diverse genres and performers.</p><p><b>LISTEN MORE:&nbsp;</b><a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/eb9d6b20-de39-4216-9b0a-1c488dfeb1e6">🎙King in the Community — Crystal Hammerschmidt, Salina Arts and Humanities</a></p><p>Sarah also discusses the collaborative effort in selecting artists and highlights returning favorites like Papa Green Shoes and new additions like Wilderness and Scott Mulvahill. Don't miss this celebration of music and community spirit at the 48th annual Smoky Hill River Festival June 13-16.&nbsp;</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=10&filter=publish_time&publish_start=2023-11-01&publish_end=2024-05-16&ss=529e65f6691d9b7dddebedc34e283cbe&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community — Sarah Keck, Smoky Hill River Festival

Join Nate King on "King in the Community" as he chats with <a href="https://www.centralkansas.k-state.edu/">K-State Research and Extension Central District</a> Horticulturist Agent, Jason Graves, about the secrets to successful gardening. 

From planting tips to soil testing, mulching, composting, and lawn care, they cover it all. Discover how to prevent winter kill, the importance of mowing height, and get a sneak peek at the upcoming <a href="https://ckdgardens.com/2024-garden-tour/">2024 KSRE Central District Garden Tour </a>set to take place June 8. 

Tune in for expert advice to help your garden not just survive this summer, but thrive.&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="Jason Graves, Horticulturist with K-State Research and Extension Central District" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=5wtnq-160286d-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join Nate King on "King in the Community" as he chats with <a href="https://www.centralkansas.k-state.edu/">K-State Research and Extension Central District</a> Horticulturist Agent, Jason Graves, about the secrets to successful gardening. </p><p>From planting tips to soil testing, mulching, composting, and lawn care, they cover it all. Discover how to prevent winter kill, the importance of mowing height, and get a sneak peek at the upcoming <a href="https://ckdgardens.com/2024-garden-tour/">2024 KSRE Central District Garden Tour </a>set to take place June 8. </p><p>Tune in for expert advice to help your garden not just survive this summer, but thrive.&nbsp;</p><h2>More episodes of King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=10&filter=publish_time&publish_start=&publish_end=2024-04-26&ss=26a58ae04f44a029b8f479d5f392150c&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community: Jason Graves, KSRE horticulturist

<i>Click the play button above to watch the latest episode of King in the Community with guest Salina City Manager Mike Schrage.</i>

Join host Nate King and special guest Salina City Manager Mike Schrage for a discussion about the <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/457e5416-2eab-4749-a306-a57491d4a422">Smoky Hill Revitalization Project</a>, increasing the amount of affordable housing, continued road improvements, new city commission meeting schedule and more.&nbsp;

Hear a brief update on the Cozy in versus the City of Salina civil suit reagarding the partial mural/sign displayed on the north wall of Cozy Inn Hamburgers in Salina, Kansas.

Tune in each month for an update from Salina City Manager Mike Schrage here on the King in the Community podcast.&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="Mike Schrage, Salina City Manager discusses Smoky Hill River Project, road improvements and more" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=dhqhj-1615544-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div><p><i>Click the play button above to watch the latest episode of King in the Community with guest Salina City Manager Mike Schrage.</i></p><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join host Nate King and special guest Salina City Manager Mike Schrage for a discussion about the <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/457e5416-2eab-4749-a306-a57491d4a422">Smoky Hill Revitalization Project</a>, increasing the amount of affordable housing, continued road improvements, new city commission meeting schedule and more.&nbsp;</p><p>Hear a brief update on the Cozy in versus the City of Salina civil suit reagarding the partial mural/sign displayed on the north wall of Cozy Inn Hamburgers in Salina, Kansas.</p><p>Tune in each month for an update from Salina City Manager Mike Schrage here on the King in the Community podcast.&nbsp;</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=10&filter=publish_time&publish_start=2023-11-01&publish_end=2024-05-16&ss=529e65f6691d9b7dddebedc34e283cbe&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community — Mike Schrage, Salina City Manager

<i>Click the link above and hear Bishop explain how the market got started and the ways public and private community stakeholders are partnering to make the farm and art market a success for its debut season.&nbsp;</i>

<b>By NATE KING</b><br><i>Salina Post</i>

Spring is in the air and <a href="https://www.salinadowntown.org/events-info">Salina Downtown Inc.</a>, SDI Executive Director, Leslie Bishop stops by to share about the new farm and art market kicking off in downtown Salina on Saturday, May 18.&nbsp;

"Currently, we have 22 vendors, but we believe that the number will grow as the market season moves along," said Salina Downtown Inc. Executive Director, Leslie Bishop. "We would like everyone to know that tomorrow may look a little 'crazy.' We will be getting all the vendors settled in their spaces for the first time."

The Farm &amp; Art Market Downtown will be open every Saturday, from May 18-Oct 19. SDI will make weekly announcements about the market every week. All the information about the Farm &amp; Art Market Downtown can be found at <a href="http://www.salinadowntown.org" target="_blank">www.salinadowntown.org</a>

With a mission to connect and bring farmers, artisans, and residents of the Salina area together, while also fostering a sustainable, welcoming, and thriving downtown community, SDI is encouraging Salina residents to grow it, raise it, make it, bake it and support the <a href="https://www.salinadowntown.org/farmartmarket">Salina Downtown Farm and Art Market</a>.&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="Leslie Bishop, Salina Downtown Inc. Executive Director" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=mcjzr-15c46e9-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><i>Click the link above and hear Bishop explain how the market got started and the ways public and private community stakeholders are partnering to make the farm and art market a success for its debut season.&nbsp;</i></p><p><b>By NATE KING</b><br><i>Salina Post</i></p><p>Spring is in the air and <a href="https://www.salinadowntown.org/events-info">Salina Downtown Inc.</a>, SDI Executive Director, Leslie Bishop stops by to share about the new farm and art market kicking off in downtown Salina on Saturday, May 18.&nbsp;</p><p>"Currently, we have 22 vendors, but we believe that the number will grow as the market season moves along," said Salina Downtown Inc. Executive Director, Leslie Bishop. "We would like everyone to know that tomorrow may look a little 'crazy.' We will be getting all the vendors settled in their spaces for the first time."</p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715956908703.jpeg" alt="Here is a map of parking downtown. Remember that the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551928585184&amp;__cft__[0]=AZUNptCutSnaURZ5xB9KqNnp3x0bv3JgV_J9klWYTq8qB4rY5xYraubHl6K15J-cEXVE3rMVllDhydvwAOq4VWe89y1uspjpWMSSuY3QL4-BmIbR2RA0C5gMvoe0HT4NAa9obCfIQ8t5Zrg90UoHqUL4i4ZkNN5pyMa8sxBzpZTP-8bsv7TsTyhoVtCpVP4h-gvEklgP1teYh-4B-2t_ia9U&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Farm &amp; Art Market Downtown</a> will be in SF-2 lot and it will be unavailable for parking. All other highlighted lots are where you CAN park THIS Saturday for market.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/plentyofparking?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZUNptCutSnaURZ5xB9KqNnp3x0bv3JgV_J9klWYTq8qB4rY5xYraubHl6K15J-cEXVE3rMVllDhydvwAOq4VWe89y1uspjpWMSSuY3QL4-BmIbR2RA0C5gMvoe0HT4NAa9obCfIQ8t5Zrg90UoHqUL4i4ZkNN5pyMa8sxBzpZTP-8bsv7TsTyhoVtCpVP4h-gvEklgP1teYh-4B-2t_ia9U&amp;__tn__=*NK-R">#plentyofparking</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/salinadowntown?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZUNptCutSnaURZ5xB9KqNnp3x0bv3JgV_J9klWYTq8qB4rY5xYraubHl6K15J-cEXVE3rMVllDhydvwAOq4VWe89y1uspjpWMSSuY3QL4-BmIbR2RA0C5gMvoe0HT4NAa9obCfIQ8t5Zrg90UoHqUL4i4ZkNN5pyMa8sxBzpZTP-8bsv7TsTyhoVtCpVP4h-gvEklgP1teYh-4B-2t_ia9U&amp;__tn__=*NK-R">#salinadowntown</a>" />
                        <figcaption>Here is a map of parking downtown. Remember that the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551928585184&amp;__cft__[0]=AZUNptCutSnaURZ5xB9KqNnp3x0bv3JgV_J9klWYTq8qB4rY5xYraubHl6K15J-cEXVE3rMVllDhydvwAOq4VWe89y1uspjpWMSSuY3QL4-BmIbR2RA0C5gMvoe0HT4NAa9obCfIQ8t5Zrg90UoHqUL4i4ZkNN5pyMa8sxBzpZTP-8bsv7TsTyhoVtCpVP4h-gvEklgP1teYh-4B-2t_ia9U&amp;__tn__=-]K-R">Farm &amp; Art Market Downtown</a> will be in SF-2 lot and it will be unavailable for parking. All other highlighted lots are where you CAN park THIS Saturday for market.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/plentyofparking?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZUNptCutSnaURZ5xB9KqNnp3x0bv3JgV_J9klWYTq8qB4rY5xYraubHl6K15J-cEXVE3rMVllDhydvwAOq4VWe89y1uspjpWMSSuY3QL4-BmIbR2RA0C5gMvoe0HT4NAa9obCfIQ8t5Zrg90UoHqUL4i4ZkNN5pyMa8sxBzpZTP-8bsv7TsTyhoVtCpVP4h-gvEklgP1teYh-4B-2t_ia9U&amp;__tn__=*NK-R">#plentyofparking</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/salinadowntown?__eep__=6&amp;__cft__[0]=AZUNptCutSnaURZ5xB9KqNnp3x0bv3JgV_J9klWYTq8qB4rY5xYraubHl6K15J-cEXVE3rMVllDhydvwAOq4VWe89y1uspjpWMSSuY3QL4-BmIbR2RA0C5gMvoe0HT4NAa9obCfIQ8t5Zrg90UoHqUL4i4ZkNN5pyMa8sxBzpZTP-8bsv7TsTyhoVtCpVP4h-gvEklgP1teYh-4B-2t_ia9U&amp;__tn__=*NK-R">#salinadowntown</a></figcaption>
                    </figure><p>The Farm &amp; Art Market Downtown will be open every Saturday, from May 18-Oct 19. SDI will make weekly announcements about the market every week. All the information about the Farm &amp; Art Market Downtown can be found at <a href="http://www.salinadowntown.org" target="_blank">www.salinadowntown.org</a></p><p>With a mission to connect and bring farmers, artisans, and residents of the Salina area together, while also fostering a sustainable, welcoming, and thriving downtown community, SDI is encouraging Salina residents to grow it, raise it, make it, bake it and support the <a href="https://www.salinadowntown.org/farmartmarket">Salina Downtown Farm and Art Market</a>.&nbsp;</p><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=476&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsalinadowntowninc%2Fvideos%2F1287083132272070%2F&show_text=false&width=267&t=0" width="267" height="476" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe>
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Farm & Art Market in Downtown Salina kick off this Saturday

Join King in the Community podcast host Nate King as he sits down with Crystal Hammerschmidt, the Visual Arts Coordinator for the upcoming Smoky Hill River Festival in Salina. Crystal shares her insights on the festival's visual arts, highlighting the talented artists and diverse artwork that will be showcased. 

From paintings to sculptures to handmade crafts, listeners will get a sneak peek at what art to expect at this year's festival. Tune in to learn more about how the arts community is thriving in Salina and how you can support local artists at this exciting event.

<a href="https://www.riverfestival.com/">For more information check out the Smoky Hill River Festival website here.&nbsp;</a>

<div><iframe title="Crystal Hammerschmidt, Smoky Hill River Festival Visual Arts Coordinator" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=y8gxd-161460e-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join King in the Community podcast host Nate King as he sits down with Crystal Hammerschmidt, the Visual Arts Coordinator for the upcoming Smoky Hill River Festival in Salina. Crystal shares her insights on the festival's visual arts, highlighting the talented artists and diverse artwork that will be showcased. </p><p>From paintings to sculptures to handmade crafts, listeners will get a sneak peek at what art to expect at this year's festival. Tune in to learn more about how the arts community is thriving in Salina and how you can support local artists at this exciting event.</p><p><a href="https://www.riverfestival.com/">For more information check out the Smoky Hill River Festival website here.&nbsp;</a></p>

🎙King in the Community — Crystal Hammerschmidt, Salina Arts and Humanities

<i>Click the play button above to hear Nate King's conversation with Phil Smith-Hanes</i>

Join Nate King, News Director at Salina Post, as he discusses key community issues with Saline County Administrator Phil Smith-Hanes&nbsp;on this episode of King in the Community.

They cover the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://salinapost.com/posts/3279d356-f866-491e-a786-1928a4329620">unexpected shutdown of the Choose Saline County app</a>&nbsp;and potential solutions. They also dive into ARPA funds,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://salinapost.com/posts/f4b3c861-2a53-4b68-ac53-76b7f1e9cbf6">2025 budget requests</a>, and upcoming Saline County Commission meetings.

<b>READ MORE:</b>&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/7c2955b0-a7f7-4d70-96d9-46c861eb19cb#//">Enter the Symphony in the Flint Hills Sweepstakes</a>

Smith-Hanes discusses&nbsp;the closure of&nbsp;the South&nbsp;tag&nbsp;office in Saline County and its impact on residents.&nbsp;The&nbsp;importance of broadband access, particularly in rural areas,&nbsp;is highlighted, emphasizing&nbsp;the need for faster, more affordable internet speeds.

Tune&nbsp;in to learn about Saline County's path forward and the role of community involvement in shaping its future.

<div><iframe title="Saline County Administrator, Phil Smith-Hanes talks Choose Saline County, broadband access and more" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=wqq54-1610e1e-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><i>Click the play button above to hear Nate King's conversation with Phil Smith-Hanes</i></p><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join Nate King, News Director at Salina Post, as he discusses key community issues with Saline County Administrator Phil Smith-Hanes&nbsp;on this episode of King in the Community.</p><p>They cover the&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://salinapost.com/posts/3279d356-f866-491e-a786-1928a4329620">unexpected shutdown of the Choose Saline County app</a>&nbsp;and potential solutions. They also dive into ARPA funds,&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://salinapost.com/posts/f4b3c861-2a53-4b68-ac53-76b7f1e9cbf6">2025 budget requests</a>, and upcoming Saline County Commission meetings.</p><p><b>READ MORE:</b>&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/7c2955b0-a7f7-4d70-96d9-46c861eb19cb#//">Enter the Symphony in the Flint Hills Sweepstakes</a></p><p>Smith-Hanes discusses&nbsp;the closure of&nbsp;the South&nbsp;tag&nbsp;office in Saline County and its impact on residents.&nbsp;The&nbsp;importance of broadband access, particularly in rural areas,&nbsp;is highlighted, emphasizing&nbsp;the need for faster, more affordable internet speeds.</p><p>Tune&nbsp;in to learn about Saline County's path forward and the role of community involvement in shaping its future.</p><h2>More from King in the Community</h2><div><iframe title="King in the Community" allowtransparency="true" height="315" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:315px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=skmut-558a99-pbblog-playlist&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=auto&logo_link=episode_page&order=episodic&limit=10&filter=publish_time&publish_start=&publish_end=&ss=24c81e070aece310ad3eba59df774bd0&btn-skin=60a0c8&size=315" loading="lazy" allowfullscreen=""></iframe></div>

🎙King in the Community — Saline County Admin. Phil Smith-Hanes

Join King in the Community host and Salina Post News Director Nate King as he discusses severe weather preparedness in Saline County with special guest Alyssa Sanchez, new Saline County deputy emergency management director.

 Learn about the importance of having a preparedness kit, an emergency plan, and how to stay informed during severe weather events. On this episode, you will discover crucial tips for tornado preparedness and find out how Saline County coordinates with other counties during emergencies.

Stay weather aware and be ready, so thay way you don't have to get ready when disaster strikes.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.salinecountyks.gov/emergency-management">Check out Saline County Emergency Management's website here.&nbsp;</a>

For LIVE weather radar, check out&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's weather tab here.</a>&nbsp;

<div><iframe title="Alyssa Sanchez, Deputy Director for Saline County Emergency Management" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=srddc-15f726b-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><p>Join King in the Community host and Salina Post News Director Nate King as he discusses severe weather preparedness in Saline County with special guest Alyssa Sanchez, new Saline County deputy emergency management director.</p><p> Learn about the importance of having a preparedness kit, an emergency plan, and how to stay informed during severe weather events. On this episode, you will discover crucial tips for tornado preparedness and find out how Saline County coordinates with other counties during emergencies.</p><p>Stay weather aware and be ready, so thay way you don't have to get ready when disaster strikes.&nbsp;</p><p><a href="https://www.salinecountyks.gov/emergency-management">Check out Saline County Emergency Management's website here.&nbsp;</a></p><p>For LIVE weather radar, check out&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/pages/severe-weather">Salina Post's weather tab here.</a>&nbsp;</p><p><b>READ MORE:</b>&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/0bff8d17-4692-4605-a56b-4ca82f54a227">UPDATED — local officials prepare for May 6 severe weather</a></p>