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On Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM, residents of Salina and surrounding communities are invited to a town hall at the Salina Central High School Auditorium. The event will feature a legislative update from Kansas Senate Minority Whip Cindy Holscher, who will provide insight into key bills passed during the 2025 Kansas Legislative Session and their impact on everyday Kansans.
Though invitations were extended to the three state representatives and one state senator who represent and reside in Salina, none will be in attendance. Steve Howe and Tracy Mann declined to attend. Clarke Sanders and JR Claeys did not reply to multiple attempts to contact them. Their absence will not stop residents from asking for their voices to be heard.
After Cindy Holscher gives updates on the 2025 Kansas Legislative Session, the remaining time allotted for the town hall will feature a forum where attendees can express their concerns, ask questions, and speak directly to the empty chairs reserved for their elected officials. This symbolic gesture highlights the importance of accountability and civic engagement, even in the absence of elected officials. The event is open to the public, and all are encouraged to attend. Salina Indivisible encourages all press to contact these representatives for any comment they might have about their decision not to attend, for reporting before or after the event.