By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina Post

The Salina Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated a new community in the southeast corner of Salina this week, with Cedarhurst Senior Living representatives clipping the red ribbon on Thursday afternoon.

A few Cedarhurst ambassadors helped clip the ribbon, joining the celebration surrounded by the Blue Coats of the Chamber.

Cedarhurst Senior Living Community Executive Director Melissa Holcom shared the golden scissors with Community Ambassador Eunice Ummel for the grand opening of the senior living space.

"It's been a lot of work, and it means a lot," Holcom said. "The residents are amazing, the families are amazing, we have great staff, I just enjoy it — it's like coming home."

Holcom said the community includes 54 assisted living apartments and 22 more specializing in memory care.&nbsp;

The common space at Cedarhurst swelled with guests and ambassadors for the occasion, and the community's chef provided finger food and drinks for visitors.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715381680808.jpeg" alt="Cedarhurst Senior Living Community Executive Director Melissa Holcom pumps her fist in the air after chopping the red ribbon celebrating the community's grand opening for the Salina area on Thursday, May 9, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Cedarhurst Senior Living Community Executive Director Melissa Holcom pumps her fist in the air after chopping the red ribbon celebrating the community's grand opening for the Salina area on Thursday, May 9, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostThe Salina Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated a new community in the southeast corner of Salina this week, with Cedarhurst Senior Living representatives clipping the red ribbon on Thursday afternoon.A few Cedarhurst ambassadors helped clip the ribbon, joining the celebration surrounded by the Blue Coats of the Chamber.Cedarhurst Senior Living Community Executive Director Melissa Holcom shared the golden scissors with Community Ambassador Eunice Ummel for the grand opening of the senior living space.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715381830371.jpeg" alt="Events and Community Initiatives Director Stephanie Gillig (right) shakes hands with Cedarhurst Senior Living Community Ambassador Eunice Ummel (center) and chats with Community Executive Director Melissa Holcom after snipping the red ribbon to celebrate the community's grand opening in the area on Thursday, May 9, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Events and Community Initiatives Director Stephanie Gillig (right) shakes hands with Cedarhurst Senior Living Community Ambassador Eunice Ummel (center) and chats with Community Executive Director Melissa Holcom after snipping the red ribbon to celebrate the community's grand opening in the area on Thursday, May 9, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>"It's been a lot of work, and it means a lot," Holcom said. "The residents are amazing, the families are amazing, we have great staff, I just enjoy it — it's like coming home."Holcom said the community includes 54 assisted living apartments and 22 more specializing in memory care.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715381965939.jpeg" alt="Small paper cups filled with oven-roasted tomato and burrata salad sprawl across a table at Cedarhurst Senior Living for the grand opening celebration on Thursday, May 9, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Small paper cups filled with oven-roasted tomato and burrata salad sprawl across a table at Cedarhurst Senior Living for the grand opening celebration on Thursday, May 9, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>The common space at Cedarhurst swelled with guests and ambassadors for the occasion, and the community's chef provided finger food and drinks for visitors.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/74cbf2d2-83b6-40e0-b9d2-64c694c985a2">Kansas Storytelling Festival fills downtown Downs with tall tales</a>

Cedarhurst Senior Living celebrates grand opening

Dozens of people gathered on top of Coronado Heights on Friday evening for the spectacular solar event that unfolded as Kansans craned their necks upward toward the sky.

According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the rare event followed an intense solar storm, sending the sights of the Northern Lights deep into the United States.

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The usually quiet, small park next to the historic castle on top of Coronado Heights swelled with visitors for the event, all hoping to see the rare solar display.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715437334317.jpeg" alt="The aurora borealis visible from Coronado Heights north of Lindsborg during an exceptional solar storm on Friday, May 10. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>The aurora borealis visible from Coronado Heights north of Lindsborg during an exceptional solar storm on Friday, May 10. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>By SALINA POSTDozens of people gathered on top of Coronado Heights on Friday evening for the spectacular solar event that unfolded as Kansans craned their necks upward toward the sky.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715437503137.jpeg" alt="The aurora borealis visible from Coronado Heights north of Lindsborg during an exceptional solar storm on Friday, May 10. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>The aurora borealis visible from Coronado Heights north of Lindsborg during an exceptional solar storm on Friday, May 10. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the rare event followed an intense solar storm, sending the sights of the Northern Lights deep into the United States.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/0317b724-678a-43f7-802d-47119196e16e">🎥Stunning display: Northern lights showing off across Kansas</a>The usually quiet, small park next to the historic castle on top of Coronado Heights swelled with visitors for the event, all hoping to see the rare solar display.

📸 Aurora borealis from Coronado Heights 

UPDATED: 11:24 a.m., Friday, May 10

By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina Post

Yesterday, a Saline County resident from Assaria called the Saline County Sheriff's Office after trading a new Harley Davidson motorcycle for an antique red 1942 Knucklehead Harley Davidson from someone living on a property in Ottawa County.

Saline County Sherriff Roger Soldan said the Assaria resident visited the property at 1592 Aspen Road in Ottawa County to trade the motorcycles within the last few days.

After trading the motorcycles, a friend of the Assaria resident called him yesterday around noon and informed him of the stolen antique motorcycles from Gypsum.

Once the Assaria resident called the Saline County Sheriff's Office, deputies contacted the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office, and both offices obtained search warrants for the property at 1592 Aspen Road.

"The suspect's property located in rural Ottawa County is a farm property, with a house and several outbuildings," said Saline County Lt. Jeremiah Hayes. "The $100,000 Knucklehead [Harley Davidson] was found in a makeshift, lean-to structure."

Deputies discovered more than a few stolen motorcycles from Gypsum on the property and tools and other stolen goods from Saline and Ottawa counties.

Soldan said deputies did not find the 1952 blue Panhead Harley Davidson from Gypsum but found parts to two of the other antique motorcycles.

Although deputies discovered several missing items from thefts in mid to late 2023, they continue to search for the suspect who rented a shop on the Ottawa County property. Soldan said the suspect had&nbsp;been identified&nbsp;while the search continued.

Salina Post will update the story as more information becomes available.

A property owner in Gypsum reported five Harley Davidsons stolen from a home and a commercial property in town to the Saline County Sheriff's Office on Saturday, May 4.

Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan said the owner is from Arizona but inherited the house and commercial building from a family member.

"The neighbor across the street has been taking care of the yard at the house and notices while over there mowing grass and cleaning up the place that there's a door open," Soldan said. "So they get to looking around and discover that there were three motorcycles stolen out of the garage of the house on Spring Street."&nbsp;

The three motorcycles included three antique Harley Davidsons, including a blue 1952 Harley Davidson Panhead valued at $30,000, a red 1945 Harley Davidson Knucklehead valued at $100,000, and a red 1942 Harley Davidson Knucklehead valued at $50,000.

Soldan said the entire loss at the home on Spring Street totaled&nbsp;to&nbsp;$180,000, with an additional $100 in damages from the unknown suspect's break-in.

According to Soldan, the suspect stole another antique motorcycle and tore apart the other in the commercial building on the 400th block of Maple Street in Gypsum.

The suspect tore through a $30,000 1956 Harley Davidson Panhead, leaving it disassembled in pieces inside the commercial building, and stole a $10,000 1973 Harley Davidson Electra Glide.

Soldan said the property owner last visited the residences in October&nbsp;of&nbsp;last year, and Saline County Deputies took his report on Saturday, May 4.

Deputies continue to investigate the multiple antique motorcycle burglaries, but there are no suspects at this time.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1698873143602.png" alt="The Saline County Sheriff's Office located at 800 E. Pacific Avenue in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>The Saline County Sheriff's Office located at 800 E. Pacific Avenue in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>UPDATED: 11:24 a.m., Friday, May 10By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostYesterday, a Saline County resident from Assaria called the Saline County Sheriff's Office after trading a new Harley Davidson motorcycle for an antique red 1942 Knucklehead Harley Davidson from someone living on a property in Ottawa County.Saline County Sherriff Roger Soldan said the Assaria resident visited the property at 1592 Aspen Road in Ottawa County to trade the motorcycles within the last few days.After trading the motorcycles, a friend of the Assaria resident called him yesterday around noon and informed him of the stolen antique motorcycles from Gypsum.Once the Assaria resident called the Saline County Sheriff's Office, deputies contacted the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office, and both offices obtained search warrants for the property at 1592 Aspen Road."The suspect's property located in rural Ottawa County is a farm property, with a house and several outbuildings," said Saline County Lt. Jeremiah Hayes. "The $100,000 Knucklehead [Harley Davidson] was found in a makeshift, lean-to structure."Deputies discovered more than a few stolen motorcycles from Gypsum on the property and tools and other stolen goods from Saline and Ottawa counties.Soldan said deputies did not find the 1952 blue Panhead Harley Davidson from Gypsum but found parts to two of the other antique motorcycles.Although deputies discovered several missing items from thefts in mid to late 2023, they continue to search for the suspect who rented a shop on the Ottawa County property. Soldan said the suspect had&nbsp;been identified&nbsp;while the search continued.Salina Post will update the story as more information becomes available.By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostA property owner in Gypsum reported five Harley Davidsons stolen from a home and a commercial property in town to the Saline County Sheriff's Office on Saturday, May 4.Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan said the owner is from Arizona but inherited the house and commercial building from a family member."The neighbor across the street has been taking care of the yard at the house and notices while over there mowing grass and cleaning up the place that there's a door open," Soldan said. "So they get to looking around and discover that there were three motorcycles stolen out of the garage of the house on Spring Street."&nbsp;The three motorcycles included three antique Harley Davidsons, including a blue 1952 Harley Davidson Panhead valued at $30,000, a red 1945 Harley Davidson Knucklehead valued at $100,000, and a red 1942 Harley Davidson Knucklehead valued at $50,000.Soldan said the entire loss at the home on Spring Street totaled&nbsp;to&nbsp;$180,000, with an additional $100 in damages from the unknown suspect's break-in.According to Soldan, the suspect stole another antique motorcycle and tore apart the other in the commercial building on the 400th block of Maple Street in Gypsum.The suspect tore through a $30,000 1956 Harley Davidson Panhead, leaving it disassembled in pieces inside the commercial building, and stole a $10,000 1973 Harley Davidson Electra Glide.Soldan said the property owner last visited the residences in October&nbsp;of&nbsp;last year, and Saline County Deputies took his report on Saturday, May 4.Deputies continue to investigate the multiple antique motorcycle burglaries, but there are no suspects at this time.Salina Post will update the story as more information becomes available.

UPDATED: Four antique Harley Davidsons stolen from Gypsum buildings, fifth found in pieces

Just outside city limits, a Saline County resident returned home after being away for a few days and discovered his air conditioner unit upside down, gutted for its copper wiring.

Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan said the 600 block of South Holmes Road resident left home on Sunday, May 5, and returned on Wednesday, May 8, where he discovered the large air conditioning unit damaged.

"He was out doing some yard work and noticed that his air conditioner unit was upside down, and someone had cut all the copper out of it," Soldan said. "He's looking like $5 in loss and $6,000 in damages because [the suspect] pretty much destroyed the unit."

Soldan said the unit was large due to the two-story home's size, causing a heavy loss of damages.

Saline County Sheriff's Office deputies continue investigating the crime — however, there are no suspects&nbsp;at this time.

Salina Post will update the story as more information becomes available.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/11/1698873143602.png" alt="The Saline County Sheriff's Office located at 800 E. Pacific Avenue in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>The Saline County Sheriff's Office located at 800 E. Pacific Avenue in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostJust outside city limits, a Saline County resident returned home after being away for a few days and discovered his air conditioner unit upside down, gutted for its copper wiring.Saline County Sheriff Roger Soldan said the 600 block of South Holmes Road resident left home on Sunday, May 5, and returned on Wednesday, May 8, where he discovered the large air conditioning unit damaged."He was out doing some yard work and noticed that his air conditioner unit was upside down, and someone had cut all the copper out of it," Soldan said. "He's looking like $5 in loss and $6,000 in damages because [the suspect] pretty much destroyed the unit."Soldan said the unit was large due to the two-story home's size, causing a heavy loss of damages.Saline County Sheriff's Office deputies continue investigating the crime — however, there are no suspects&nbsp;at this time.Salina Post will update the story as more information becomes available.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/74cbf2d2-83b6-40e0-b9d2-64c694c985a2">Kansas Storytelling Festival fills downtown Downs with tall tales</a>

Saline County resident returns home, finds large AC unit gutted of copper

The Saline County Commission welcomes the community's active participation in shaping the 2025 Budget. The Commission encourages residents to review the&nbsp;Budget Expenditure Requests&nbsp;and provide feedback.&nbsp;

It should be noted that there will be a public budget hearing in August; however public input received this month will make the biggest impact.&nbsp;

The Saline County Commission is dedicated to transparency and inclusive community participation. Staff and elected officials look forward to your insightful contributions and active involvement.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2023/10/1697467290838.jpeg" alt="The Saline County and Salina City building at 300 West Ash Street in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>The Saline County and Salina City building at 300 West Ash Street in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>SubmittedThe Saline County Commission welcomes the community's active participation in shaping the 2025 Budget. The Commission encourages residents to review the&nbsp;Budget Expenditure Requests&nbsp;and provide feedback.&nbsp;Let's Talk:<ul>
 <li>Review:&nbsp;Access the&nbsp;Budget documents online within the&nbsp;<a href="https://vktowebbb.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ZetDtLdeSv3uXYEIahyFG4uQCy3w9HeJYrjfQCulKPuVWVilAewk2V5mo-_nmuQvOFWL8SpLiFRZ351Yrib3PtUs5uxCtf5Mv21C921YzYu2TWecG8CWmAvdfPO3FpsHFg6uAHPcKbjXoJJFfTU1ld4KJLz92MyzVvaNu74VEYw-A5FH5OQqUNtFOhtmmqUVpXZVn6ggayqw-y9FG9jIvVTVVgkjqwcq7E7qzwm1fVIVZdTs3NcNX91HNx7YKvQreb9-cXZpUQOmIY1YD8AH8R92feljXp6HkDp6SclTh-Gob_tP6Oxi2N_DpK1jKi8hLbIaLgIVMwr40p-GT-8JHw==&amp;c=52Hz4OceuYV5yFXkGCm2e63wFQ3VfS1oFw3QowNG1nfv-uL73Ft0wA==&amp;ch=eBWonCLqbwLeVSM27wCVpsdWOeuXalzoegyltWn0dQNX9P26e9BZAw==" target="_blank">Saline County Commission Agenda&nbsp;</a>to gain a comprehensive understanding of what is being requested.</li><li>Watch:&nbsp;Tune in to our Commission Meetings live each Tuesday in May on our&nbsp;<a href="https://vktowebbb.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ZetDtLdeSv3uXYEIahyFG4uQCy3w9HeJYrjfQCulKPuVWVilAewk2V5mo-_nmuQvEK2E_KVlmtezoBNqvWbBrUCXgIDoa-aKbP8v75Joc_pOPw-IS1WfWvf5HIUB3M-3JWf7YmRUcBp5gMav538ZYZo2MgnHGonSoVKYhlXjQZzxcg3_F2eWRTGdg6g3BgA-J2bvT3KGjNzbHTpBkqVrSQ==&amp;c=52Hz4OceuYV5yFXkGCm2e63wFQ3VfS1oFw3QowNG1nfv-uL73Ft0wA==&amp;ch=eBWonCLqbwLeVSM27wCVpsdWOeuXalzoegyltWn0dQNX9P26e9BZAw==" target="_blank">YouTube channel</a>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<a href="https://vktowebbb.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001-C6X5fMqKlc4Aokm52BDSHJyT2vc5JiOi_tMZo8IYbVLbEnyss0M9uMEQhvYypGLyd3n_RdVa14Tgy_HafEaDwnaUirc_5-kb3-LZdkXwVHrP4PLHQmJJGFbS5ZQo0iwzyo3AA3KRKryg60-k858V0Icf7gNDa8p8fyRpQbF7oDlHzLlHL6WDVKYTS9bpJuDU6iQSRzWiudAIGf6Hwc_xgg0v6F_0DTqrBUmWkP61GFBOS1Y4CFDg_rWibuuCfYuPEm-1fffVE36_JfTl3FoVYTsbOo-1vA2JMe1xXijtDPtvpCVsR6y_GK4QyzosGXpeSVEai6HnVs=&amp;c=BSx2eZaoCYwvnhdjePsfCTaJ7_d9IQXP9a1Jbf5cfzDsgj4OVYC-NA==&amp;ch=k_oBOgZhWQVvP2BQjg9IYIO2KfgviZEmyhupSv_nbegtK7UYM119Uw==" target="_blank">Salina TV Channel 20</a>. If these times do not suit your schedule, please view the recordings at your convenience on&nbsp;<a href="https://vktowebbb.cc.rs6.net/tn.jsp?f=001ZetDtLdeSv3uXYEIahyFG4uQCy3w9HeJYrjfQCulKPuVWVilAewk2V5mo-_nmuQvEK2E_KVlmtezoBNqvWbBrUCXgIDoa-aKbP8v75Joc_pOPw-IS1WfWvf5HIUB3M-3JWf7YmRUcBp5gMav538ZYZo2MgnHGonSoVKYhlXjQZzxcg3_F2eWRTGdg6g3BgA-J2bvT3KGjNzbHTpBkqVrSQ==&amp;c=52Hz4OceuYV5yFXkGCm2e63wFQ3VfS1oFw3QowNG1nfv-uL73Ft0wA==&amp;ch=eBWonCLqbwLeVSM27wCVpsdWOeuXalzoegyltWn0dQNX9P26e9BZAw==" target="_blank">YouTube</a>&nbsp;to stay informed.</li><li>Comment:&nbsp;After reviewing the Budget and watching the discussions, please submit your thoughtful questions and comments via email to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:publiccommunications@salinecountyks.gov" target="_blank">publiccommunications@salinecountyks.gov</a>&nbsp;by May 23. The Commission will address any comments made by this date at the May 28 Commission Meeting.</li>
 </ul>Key Dates:<ul>
 <li>May 21&nbsp;- Initial Departmental Budget Review</li><li>May 23&nbsp;- Deadline to digitally submit questions and comments to the commission.&nbsp;Residents are always encouraged to attend public meetings and address the commission.</li><li>May 28&nbsp;- Commission will address budget questions and comments.</li>
 </ul>Your Voice Matters NOW!It should be noted that there will be a public budget hearing in August; however public input received this month will make the biggest impact.&nbsp;The Saline County Commission is dedicated to transparency and inclusive community participation. Staff and elected officials look forward to your insightful contributions and active involvement.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/bf9894f1-fd8e-4492-a20f-513ff93d772d">Four antique Harley Davidsons stolen from Gypsum buildings, fifth found in pieces</a>

Saline County Commission Seeks Community Engagement on ﻿2025 Budget Requests

The Salina Crossroads Marathon has 3,240&nbsp;runners registered from all 50 states, Canada, Mexico, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom and is quickly closing on last year’s registration total of 3402.&nbsp;The third annual Salina Crossroads Marathon will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024 in downtown Salina&nbsp;and the planning committee has set a goal of 4000 registered runners for the 2024 race.

The Salina Crossroads Marathon was&nbsp;featured&nbsp;recently&nbsp;in Kansas! Magazine with a great article by Patricia E. Ackerman and&nbsp;photography by Tanner Colvin in volume 80-issue 3 for 2024.&nbsp;“The support we have received from local and state-wide media partners as well as running clubs across the United States has been amazing and is a key reason that the Salina Crossroads Marathon has become one of the largest marathon events in Kansas in just its third year,” said Co-Race Director Daniel Craig.&nbsp;

This year Salina Crossroads added the option to register as part of a team and that change has paid off with over 26 teams registered.&nbsp;The Salina Crossroads Marathon reaches out to over 600 running clubs in all 50 states, and this year, Team Take Down, an African American running club with members in all fifty states as well as other countries, will gather for their annual MeetUp event at the marathon in Salina.&nbsp;Team Take Down currently has 185&nbsp;runners registered&nbsp;and there are&nbsp;additional&nbsp;large teams coming from Kansas City Missouri, Tulsa Oklahoma, and Florida.&nbsp;

The Salina Crossroads Marathon strives to be the Most Runner Friendly Marathon in Kansas. The goals of the Salina Crossroads Marathon are to have a high-quality race that can bring in runners from across the United States, create a significant economic impact for the community, provide 100% of the race entry fees to local organizations, offer volunteer opportunities, and provide fun family friendly events so the entire community can come be a part of a USATF Certified and Boston Qualifying Marathon weekend.“Our team has always been open to and encouraged ideas to make the race unique. We are thankful for strong support from the City of Salina and local businesses to help the ideas come to life. From a vintage vehicle leading the pack at the starting line, to live music along the course, to slices of ice cream pie when you cross the finish line, our goal is to create a race experience for runners and spectators that people will talk about and remember”&nbsp;said&nbsp;Co-Race Director Chris Lehecka.

Funding from local organizations&nbsp;including Vortex Company,&nbsp;the Marathon Presenting Sponsor,&nbsp;and Schwan’s Company,&nbsp;the Half Marathon Presenting Sponsor,&nbsp;as well as&nbsp;local foundations&nbsp;and statewide organizations&nbsp;allows&nbsp;the Salina Crossroads Marathon&nbsp;to&nbsp;put on one of the premier marathon events in&nbsp;the Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Nebraska, and Iowa region. Things that separate the Salina Crossroads Marathon from other events includes having&nbsp;music along the course, a well-marked course, free downloadable photos to help runners remember their amazing experience in Salina, and fun custom designed medals featuring the Salina Crossroads Marathon logo developed by Eric Montoy at Vortex Companies.&nbsp;This year&nbsp;race organizers&nbsp;are making lots of great changes including having a 100% paved course, adding&nbsp;additional&nbsp;<a></a>fun signs for post-race photos, and having a PR bell that runners who run their fastest time can ring. One thing that will not change is the&nbsp;commitment to being a "Gold Standard" race by providing 100% of the race entry fees back to Saline County Youth Sports.&nbsp;Salina Crossroads Marathon provides 100% of the race entry fees to five local youth sports organizations: Salina Burn Track and Field Club, Salina Family YMCA, Kansas Youth Sports, Salina Area Youth Sportsmanship Initiative, and the School Marathon Foundation.&nbsp;Runners can register at&nbsp;<a href="https://register.chronotrack.com/r/77705">https://register.chronotrack.com/r/77705</a>.Salina Crossroads Marathon has one of the&nbsp;lowest registration fees for any race&nbsp;in Kansas&nbsp;and this year began offering the option of not getting a race shirt and receiving an additional&nbsp;$20.00 discount off the entry fee.

The&nbsp;2024&nbsp;Salina Crossroads Marathon weekend will feature seven&nbsp;family friendly&nbsp;events.&nbsp;In 2023, 11.71% of runners at the Salina Crossroads Marathon achieved a Boston Marathon qualifying time, which was the highest of any marathon in Kansas. “We appreciate the support from the City of Salina in helping us create a flat, fast, and scenic course and want to say a special thank you to Brent Buchwald and Sgt. Chad McCary for their&nbsp;support,” said Co-Race Director Daniel Craig.&nbsp;Although the marathon is the signature event Salina Crossroads was&nbsp;a finalist for the RaceRaves 2023 best half marathon in Kansas&nbsp;award. “We have an amazing team of over 25 planning committee members who enable us to put on high quality event&nbsp;with fun events for the entire family.&nbsp;A race experience starts long before the race with having great pre-race communication, an easy and convenient packet pickup, plenty of close parking, and a well-marked course with&nbsp;many&nbsp;amazing volunteers. Our planning team does an amazing job of ensuring that all aspects of the race experience are done at the highest level,”&nbsp;Craig said.

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•Marathon •Half Marathon •5K Run •5K Walk •Half Marathon Relay •Marathon Relay •Half-Mile Kids Run.

The Salina Crossroads Marathon began when two local runners (Chris Lehecka&nbsp;and Daniel Craig) started visiting about what it would look like for Salina to have a high-quality marathon and half marathon race. The City of Salina helped develop a fun and scenic course&nbsp;that&nbsp;minimized&nbsp;disruptions to traffic and parking in Downtown Salina. The Salina Crossroads Marathon planning committee includes individuals in the nonprofit and for-profit sectors as well as local runners.&nbsp;Andrew Manley serves as a co-race director and treasurer for the Salina Crossroads Marathon.&nbsp;The goals of the Salina Crossroads Marathon are to have a high-quality race that can bring in runners from across the United States, provide 100% of the race entry fees to local organizations, and provide fun family friendly events so the entire community can come be a part of a USATF Certified and Boston Qualifying Marathon weekend.

For more information about the Salina Crossroads Marathon check out the website at&nbsp;<a href="http://runsalinacrossroads.com/">runsalinacrossroads.com</a>&nbsp;or follow us on Facebook&nbsp;at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1469896640070189">https://www.facebook.com/groups/1469896640070189</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715214436575.jpeg" alt="Crossroads Marathon runners take off from the start line on Saturday, Nov. 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Crossroads Marathon runners take off from the start line on Saturday, Nov. 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>SubmittedThe Salina Crossroads Marathon has 3,240&nbsp;runners registered from all 50 states, Canada, Mexico, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom and is quickly closing on last year’s registration total of 3402.&nbsp;The third annual Salina Crossroads Marathon will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024 in downtown Salina&nbsp;and the planning committee has set a goal of 4000 registered runners for the 2024 race.The Salina Crossroads Marathon was&nbsp;featured&nbsp;recently&nbsp;in Kansas! Magazine with a great article by Patricia E. Ackerman and&nbsp;photography by Tanner Colvin in volume 80-issue 3 for 2024.&nbsp;“The support we have received from local and state-wide media partners as well as running clubs across the United States has been amazing and is a key reason that the Salina Crossroads Marathon has become one of the largest marathon events in Kansas in just its third year,” said Co-Race Director Daniel Craig.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715214517011.png" alt="The 2024 Salina Crossroads Marathon medal. Image courtesy Crossroads Marathon" />
 <figcaption>The 2024 Salina Crossroads Marathon medal. Image courtesy Crossroads Marathon</figcaption>
 </figure>This year Salina Crossroads added the option to register as part of a team and that change has paid off with over 26 teams registered.&nbsp;The Salina Crossroads Marathon reaches out to over 600 running clubs in all 50 states, and this year, Team Take Down, an African American running club with members in all fifty states as well as other countries, will gather for their annual MeetUp event at the marathon in Salina.&nbsp;Team Take Down currently has 185&nbsp;runners registered&nbsp;and there are&nbsp;additional&nbsp;large teams coming from Kansas City Missouri, Tulsa Oklahoma, and Florida.&nbsp;The Salina Crossroads Marathon strives to be the Most Runner Friendly Marathon in Kansas. The goals of the Salina Crossroads Marathon are to have a high-quality race that can bring in runners from across the United States, create a significant economic impact for the community, provide 100% of the race entry fees to local organizations, offer volunteer opportunities, and provide fun family friendly events so the entire community can come be a part of a USATF Certified and Boston Qualifying Marathon weekend.“Our team has always been open to and encouraged ideas to make the race unique. We are thankful for strong support from the City of Salina and local businesses to help the ideas come to life. From a vintage vehicle leading the pack at the starting line, to live music along the course, to slices of ice cream pie when you cross the finish line, our goal is to create a race experience for runners and spectators that people will talk about and remember”&nbsp;said&nbsp;Co-Race Director Chris Lehecka.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715214555527.png" alt="The 2024 Salina Crossroads Marathon racer t-shirt. Image courtesy Crossroads Marathon" />
 <figcaption>The 2024 Salina Crossroads Marathon racer t-shirt. Image courtesy Crossroads Marathon</figcaption>
 </figure>Funding from local organizations&nbsp;including Vortex Company,&nbsp;the Marathon Presenting Sponsor,&nbsp;and Schwan’s Company,&nbsp;the Half Marathon Presenting Sponsor,&nbsp;as well as&nbsp;local foundations&nbsp;and statewide organizations&nbsp;allows&nbsp;the Salina Crossroads Marathon&nbsp;to&nbsp;put on one of the premier marathon events in&nbsp;the Kansas, Missouri, Oklahoma, Nebraska, and Iowa region. Things that separate the Salina Crossroads Marathon from other events includes having&nbsp;music along the course, a well-marked course, free downloadable photos to help runners remember their amazing experience in Salina, and fun custom designed medals featuring the Salina Crossroads Marathon logo developed by Eric Montoy at Vortex Companies.&nbsp;This year&nbsp;race organizers&nbsp;are making lots of great changes including having a 100% paved course, adding&nbsp;additional&nbsp;<a></a>fun signs for post-race photos, and having a PR bell that runners who run their fastest time can ring. One thing that will not change is the&nbsp;commitment to being a "Gold Standard" race by providing 100% of the race entry fees back to Saline County Youth Sports.&nbsp;Salina Crossroads Marathon provides 100% of the race entry fees to five local youth sports organizations: Salina Burn Track and Field Club, Salina Family YMCA, Kansas Youth Sports, Salina Area Youth Sportsmanship Initiative, and the School Marathon Foundation.&nbsp;Runners can register at&nbsp;<a href="https://register.chronotrack.com/r/77705">https://register.chronotrack.com/r/77705</a>.Salina Crossroads Marathon has one of the&nbsp;lowest registration fees for any race&nbsp;in Kansas&nbsp;and this year began offering the option of not getting a race shirt and receiving an additional&nbsp;$20.00 discount off the entry fee.The&nbsp;2024&nbsp;Salina Crossroads Marathon weekend will feature seven&nbsp;family friendly&nbsp;events.&nbsp;In 2023, 11.71% of runners at the Salina Crossroads Marathon achieved a Boston Marathon qualifying time, which was the highest of any marathon in Kansas. “We appreciate the support from the City of Salina in helping us create a flat, fast, and scenic course and want to say a special thank you to Brent Buchwald and Sgt. Chad McCary for their&nbsp;support,” said Co-Race Director Daniel Craig.&nbsp;Although the marathon is the signature event Salina Crossroads was&nbsp;a finalist for the RaceRaves 2023 best half marathon in Kansas&nbsp;award. “We have an amazing team of over 25 planning committee members who enable us to put on high quality event&nbsp;with fun events for the entire family.&nbsp;A race experience starts long before the race with having great pre-race communication, an easy and convenient packet pickup, plenty of close parking, and a well-marked course with&nbsp;many&nbsp;amazing volunteers. Our planning team does an amazing job of ensuring that all aspects of the race experience are done at the highest level,”&nbsp;Craig said.READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/5db96c90-39cb-4072-9d5b-dacc514eb3f7">99KG's path to the top — community, content and consistency</a>•Marathon •Half Marathon •5K Run •5K Walk •Half Marathon Relay •Marathon Relay •Half-Mile Kids Run.<h2>About the Salina Crossroads Marathon</h2>The Salina Crossroads Marathon began when two local runners (Chris Lehecka&nbsp;and Daniel Craig) started visiting about what it would look like for Salina to have a high-quality marathon and half marathon race. The City of Salina helped develop a fun and scenic course&nbsp;that&nbsp;minimized&nbsp;disruptions to traffic and parking in Downtown Salina. The Salina Crossroads Marathon planning committee includes individuals in the nonprofit and for-profit sectors as well as local runners.&nbsp;Andrew Manley serves as a co-race director and treasurer for the Salina Crossroads Marathon.&nbsp;The goals of the Salina Crossroads Marathon are to have a high-quality race that can bring in runners from across the United States, provide 100% of the race entry fees to local organizations, and provide fun family friendly events so the entire community can come be a part of a USATF Certified and Boston Qualifying Marathon weekend.For more information about the Salina Crossroads Marathon check out the website at&nbsp;<a href="http://runsalinacrossroads.com/">runsalinacrossroads.com</a>&nbsp;or follow us on Facebook&nbsp;at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/1469896640070189">https://www.facebook.com/groups/1469896640070189</a>.

Salina Crossroads Marathon surpasses 3,000 registered runners from all 50 states

For most, imagining the behind-the-scenes of a television station or movie set is easy — bright, sweltering lights alongside teleprompters, glossed-up talent and boom mics hovering close by.

Behind-the-scenes at a radio station may be a little trickier to imagine, but for Shane McClintock, the view in the booth is the behind-the-scenes he's dreamed of since childhood.

"All the other kids would be outside playing, and if a radio was on, all I did was listen to it," McClintock said. "I would have just rather have stayed inside and acted like I was on the radio... I would read the newspaper for commercials and play music."

Today, McClintock programs and hosts 99KG, or in its official call letters, KSKG, which, in the most recent update on the <a href="https://tlr.nielsen.com/tlr/public/ratingsDisplay.do?method=loadRatingsForMarket">Nielsen Topline Ratings</a>, his station topped the charts for the tenth year in a row.

McClintock said that the official publication of those ratings stated that KSKG, or 99KG, hosts the "largest share to date" since the company began surveying the Salina, Manhattan market in 2007. Nielsen Topline Ratings published that information in January this year.

99KG Number One for New Country eventually became McClintock's stage for programming an engaging music lineup and high-quality commercials alongside bringing in the Bobby Bones Show.

The Bobby Bones Show is a well-known radio program featuring topics on popular country music and artists.&nbsp;

"It was an art that I felt comfortable in. I wasn't comfortable when I was younger in sports, but it [radio] was something that I was comfortable with and felt confident that I could do it," McClintock said.&nbsp;

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McClintock's history with 99KG stretches back to his childhood. Growing up in Salina, 99KG was the station he often listened to and dreamed of sitting in its booth for programming someday.

Before the station topped the charts, 99KG's history goes back to the 1990s. 99KG initially played several genres of music before switching to a Top 40 Country Music Hits station in 1996.

However, 99KG's success started in 2013, after McClintock took over programming the station and became its host.

When McClintock arrived, only a small population of people in the north-central region listened to 99KG, while today, it's the number one station in the area.

"There's a lot of music, mornings, marketing... there's a lot&nbsp;of things&nbsp;that go into building winning radio stations," McClintock said.&nbsp;"It's not just&nbsp;flip&nbsp;it on and&nbsp;hope and pray."

One aspect McClintock focuses on is promotions that directly impact the community — local events, contests for trips across the United States and more.

McClintock uses community events like Dad for a Day and McClintock's ToyAThon to better connect with local Salinans and central Kansans.

Jerry Hinrikus, the general manager for the Eagle Communications Media Center in Salina, said these fundraisers and contests keep a radio station focused on its community.

"Getting involved in the community and having fundraising events, Summer Splash and different things local families and kids can attend," Hinrikus said. "That's where local radio wins."

McClintock saw 99KG's potential when he first discovered it as a child and set his sights on crafting a radio station that his community would love.

"It's the radio station I grew up listening to," McClintock said. "I knew the market without a doubt, and I'm 100% confident in what was missing in this market and radio."

Growing up, McClintock said he didn't have many opportunities to visit Salina's Monster Truck shows, see concerts on the Tony's Pizza Events Center stage or vacation to other states, so one thing he enjoys doing as a radio host is producing various contests that give local kids and families that opportunity.

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Another large promotion by 99KG is the Dad for a Day event, where children who lack a steady father figure will join McClintock and a few other staff to visit the Kansas City Chiefs Arrowhead Stadium and the Royals Kauffman Stadium.

In the fall of 2023, McClintock programmed a contest for a trip to the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, which covered the entire cost of travel for the winning family.

"To think that I can give away a trip to someone, the idea of&nbsp;giving someone an opportunity&nbsp;to win a trip to New York City to take their kids to something that they may or may not be able to afford is the reason why I've put together promotions with the radio station that I have," McClintock said.&nbsp;

To hear more from McClintock and hit country songs, tune in to 99KG on 99.9 FM radio <a href="https://99kg.live/#//">or online</a>.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714766468830.jpeg" alt="99KG Number One for New Country programmer and host stands in his regular studio at the Eagle Communications Media Center in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>99KG Number One for New Country programmer and host stands in his regular studio at the Eagle Communications Media Center in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostFor most, imagining the behind-the-scenes of a television station or movie set is easy — bright, sweltering lights alongside teleprompters, glossed-up talent and boom mics hovering close by.Behind-the-scenes at a radio station may be a little trickier to imagine, but for Shane McClintock, the view in the booth is the behind-the-scenes he's dreamed of since childhood."All the other kids would be outside playing, and if a radio was on, all I did was listen to it," McClintock said. "I would have just rather have stayed inside and acted like I was on the radio... I would read the newspaper for commercials and play music."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714766606279.jpeg" alt="The 99KG-branded microphone in the 99KG Number One for New Country radio station booth at the Eagle Communications Media Center in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>The 99KG-branded microphone in the 99KG Number One for New Country radio station booth at the Eagle Communications Media Center in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>Today, McClintock programs and hosts 99KG, or in its official call letters, KSKG, which, in the most recent update on the <a href="https://tlr.nielsen.com/tlr/public/ratingsDisplay.do?method=loadRatingsForMarket">Nielsen Topline Ratings</a>, his station topped the charts for the tenth year in a row.McClintock said that the official publication of those ratings stated that KSKG, or 99KG, hosts the "largest share to date" since the company began surveying the Salina, Manhattan market in 2007. Nielsen Topline Ratings published that information in January this year.<h2>Chasing dreams in the booth</h2>99KG Number One for New Country eventually became McClintock's stage for programming an engaging music lineup and high-quality commercials alongside bringing in the Bobby Bones Show.The Bobby Bones Show is a well-known radio program featuring topics on popular country music and artists.&nbsp;"It was an art that I felt comfortable in. I wasn't comfortable when I was younger in sports, but it [radio] was something that I was comfortable with and felt confident that I could do it," McClintock said.&nbsp;<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714766674179.jpeg" alt="99KG programmer and radio host Shane McClintock works on the show at his booth in the Eagle Communications Media Center in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>99KG programmer and radio host Shane McClintock works on the show at his booth in the Eagle Communications Media Center in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/468bc8ee-a938-49e5-aa9d-286e2f02e11d">AJ Honey Farms — leading local beekeepers toward success</a>McClintock's history with 99KG stretches back to his childhood. Growing up in Salina, 99KG was the station he often listened to and dreamed of sitting in its booth for programming someday.Before the station topped the charts, 99KG's history goes back to the 1990s. 99KG initially played several genres of music before switching to a Top 40 Country Music Hits station in 1996.However, 99KG's success started in 2013, after McClintock took over programming the station and became its host.When McClintock arrived, only a small population of people in the north-central region listened to 99KG, while today, it's the number one station in the area."There's a lot of music, mornings, marketing... there's a lot&nbsp;of things&nbsp;that go into building winning radio stations," McClintock said.&nbsp;"It's not just&nbsp;flip&nbsp;it on and&nbsp;hope and pray."<h2>Focusing on community</h2>One aspect McClintock focuses on is promotions that directly impact the community — local events, contests for trips across the United States and more.McClintock uses community events like Dad for a Day and McClintock's ToyAThon to better connect with local Salinans and central Kansans.Jerry Hinrikus, the general manager for the Eagle Communications Media Center in Salina, said these fundraisers and contests keep a radio station focused on its community.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714766898992.jpeg" alt="99KG host and programmer Shane McClintock works on the station in his studio at the Eagle Communications Media Center in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>99KG host and programmer Shane McClintock works on the station in his studio at the Eagle Communications Media Center in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>"Getting involved in the community and having fundraising events, Summer Splash and different things local families and kids can attend," Hinrikus said. "That's where local radio wins."McClintock saw 99KG's potential when he first discovered it as a child and set his sights on crafting a radio station that his community would love."It's the radio station I grew up listening to," McClintock said. "I knew the market without a doubt, and I'm 100% confident in what was missing in this market and radio."Growing up, McClintock said he didn't have many opportunities to visit Salina's Monster Truck shows, see concerts on the Tony's Pizza Events Center stage or vacation to other states, so one thing he enjoys doing as a radio host is producing various contests that give local kids and families that opportunity.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714767008778.jpeg" alt="The 99KG Number One for New Country booth is at the Eagle Communications Media Center in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>The 99KG Number One for New Country booth is at the Eagle Communications Media Center in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>LISTEN: <a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/2a3112e7-837c-4f7e-a311-df8dc6cf0aba">🎙King in the Community: K-State Salina Dean and CEO Alysia Starkey</a>Another large promotion by 99KG is the Dad for a Day event, where children who lack a steady father figure will join McClintock and a few other staff to visit the Kansas City Chiefs Arrowhead Stadium and the Royals Kauffman Stadium.In the fall of 2023, McClintock programmed a contest for a trip to the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade, which covered the entire cost of travel for the winning family."To think that I can give away a trip to someone, the idea of&nbsp;giving someone an opportunity&nbsp;to win a trip to New York City to take their kids to something that they may or may not be able to afford is the reason why I've put together promotions with the radio station that I have," McClintock said.&nbsp;To hear more from McClintock and hit country songs, tune in to 99KG on 99.9 FM radio <a href="https://99kg.live/#//">or online</a>.

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Although the mightiest storms of the Great Plains missed the city of Salina, some residents still saw severe storm damage.&nbsp;

David Schwartztraub, a resident from the 200 block of South 11th Street, said through curtains of rain on Monday evening, he heard a loud crash and, after the storm passed, ventured outside and saw a large branch across his front porch awning.

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"All of a sudden, everything just came crashing down," Schwartztraub said. "I had never seen anything like that. I was looking out the front door and couldn't see out the door with all the rain blowing around so hard."

After Schwartztraub assessed the damage to his home and found another large branch across his backyard fence, he viewed his neighbors and saw little or no storm damage at their houses.

Schwartztraub knew that no tornadoes hit the city, but the roar of the wind and rain made him feel like he was in the middle of a twister.

"Nothing [else] in this neighborhood was damaged," Schwartztraub said.

One of the two large branches that fell crashed across Schwartztraub's porch, snapped his flag pole in half, but missed the house's roof. The other fell across his fence to the backyard.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715120012688.jpeg" alt="Salina resident David Schwartztraub places his flagpole back in place after the storm damage caused on Monday, May 6, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Salina resident David Schwartztraub places his flagpole back in place after the storm damage caused on Monday, May 6, in Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostAlthough the mightiest storms of the Great Plains missed the city of Salina, some residents still saw severe storm damage.&nbsp;David Schwartztraub, a resident from the 200 block of South 11th Street, said through curtains of rain on Monday evening, he heard a loud crash and, after the storm passed, ventured outside and saw a large branch across his front porch awning.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715120064439.jpeg" alt="The tree that lies in pieces after the storm pummeled the town of Salina on Monday, May 6. Photo by Olivia Bergemeier" />
 <figcaption>The tree that lies in pieces after the storm pummeled the town of Salina on Monday, May 6. Photo by Olivia Bergemeier</figcaption>
 </figure>READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/8bdf71db-697a-4b4f-94a6-a99474e9d780">38th Annual SM Hanson Festival Jam lineup announced</a>"All of a sudden, everything just came crashing down," Schwartztraub said. "I had never seen anything like that. I was looking out the front door and couldn't see out the door with all the rain blowing around so hard."After Schwartztraub assessed the damage to his home and found another large branch across his backyard fence, he viewed his neighbors and saw little or no storm damage at their houses.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715120122656.jpeg" alt="The pile of branches taken from the porch roof after the severe weather that hit Salina on Monday, May 6. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>The pile of branches taken from the porch roof after the severe weather that hit Salina on Monday, May 6. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>Schwartztraub knew that no tornadoes hit the city, but the roar of the wind and rain made him feel like he was in the middle of a twister."Nothing [else] in this neighborhood was damaged," Schwartztraub said.One of the two large branches that fell crashed across Schwartztraub's porch, snapped his flag pole in half, but missed the house's roof. The other fell across his fence to the backyard.

Storm damage impacts one house in the neighborhood in Salina

This video was captured at about 6 p.m. on May 6, 2024, approximately half of a mile south of Assaria, Kansas. Video by Salina Post Lead Reporter, Olivia Bergmeier.

Precipitation data courtesy&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/">CoCoRaHS</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/">The National Weather Service</a>.

Following precipitation events, Salina Post will update this page with precipitation totals.&nbsp;

As of 05/07/2024 at 10:36 a.m.

<div><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ff7trXKAtBg?si=cfk6GS1sHyYIdp33" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" referrerpolicy="strict-origin-when-cross-origin" allowfullscreen></iframe></div>This video was captured at about 6 p.m. on May 6, 2024, approximately half of a mile south of Assaria, Kansas. Video by Salina Post Lead Reporter, Olivia Bergmeier.By SALINA POSTPrecipitation data courtesy&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cocorahs.org/">CoCoRaHS</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.weather.gov/">The National Weather Service</a>.Following precipitation events, Salina Post will update this page with precipitation totals.&nbsp;As of 05/07/2024 at 10:36 a.m.Salina —&nbsp; 0.72 inchesConcordia — 0.56 inchesEllsworth — 0.46 inchesLindsborg —&nbsp; 0.92 inchesAbilene —&nbsp; 1.30 inchesClay Center — 1.00 inchesMinneapolis — 0.63 inchesTescott — 1.00 inchesMcPherson — 0.92 inchesGypsum — 0.75 inchesInman — 0.16 inchesMarion — 0.58 inchesAssaria — 0.60 inches

CoCoRaHS 24-hour rain totals

A 65-year-old Salina woman found her 2006 Saturn Vue missing after someone known to her visited her home to help her with her dogs.

Salina Police Department (SPD) Capt. David Villanueva said that the victim reported that after waking up from a nap around 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 5, the keys to her $5,500 Saturn and the car were missing from her home in the 200 block of N. Second Street.

"Then we found the vehicle up by 1846 N. Main Street," Villanueva said. "They haven't identified [the suspect] yet, but we'll be checking for video there too. Luckily, we got the car back for the lady."

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Officers then returned the vehicle to the woman around 12:21 p.m., but the Saturn keys were still missing.

Villanueva said the woman had an idea of who the car thief could be, but SPD officers&nbsp;continue&nbsp;investigating the crime.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2020/2/1581972960097.jpeg" alt="" />
 <figcaption></figcaption>
 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostA 65-year-old Salina woman found her 2006 Saturn Vue missing after someone known to her visited her home to help her with her dogs.Salina Police Department (SPD) Capt. David Villanueva said that the victim reported that after waking up from a nap around 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 5, the keys to her $5,500 Saturn and the car were missing from her home in the 200 block of N. Second Street."Then we found the vehicle up by 1846 N. Main Street," Villanueva said. "They haven't identified [the suspect] yet, but we'll be checking for video there too. Luckily, we got the car back for the lady."READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/8bdf71db-697a-4b4f-94a6-a99474e9d780">38th Annual SM Hanson Festival Jam lineup announced</a>Officers then returned the vehicle to the woman around 12:21 p.m., but the Saturn keys were still missing.Villanueva said the woman had an idea of who the car thief could be, but SPD officers&nbsp;continue&nbsp;investigating the crime.Salina Post will update the story as more information becomes available.

Vehicle stolen from 65-year-old Salina woman's home

Check this post for weather updates throughout the day and tune in to <a href="http://910kina.com">910kina.com</a> for continuous coverage courtesy of Randy Picking

Email storm related photos to newstips@salinapost.com please include the location of where the photo was taken, and who took the photo.

By SALINA POST A number of severe storms swept through our area last night. See below for all May 6, 2024 storm watches and warnings for our coverage area.

Severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 9:30 p.m.&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9:30 p.m. CDT FOR NORTH CENTRAL RILEY AND NORTHWESTERN POTTAWATOMIE COUNTIES.

At 9:00 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Tuttle Creek Lake, moving northeast at 45 mph.

THIS IS A DESTRUCTIVE STORM FOR northern Riley County and western Pottawatomie County.

HAZARD Baseball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.

SOURCE Public. At 8:45 p.m., public reported 2 inch hail 1 mile southeast of Riley.

IMPACT People and animals outdoors will be severely injured. Expect shattered windows, extensive damage to roofs, siding, and vehicles.

Locations impacted include: Blaine, Olsburg, Randolph, and Tuttle Creek Lake

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. CDT for northeastern

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Northwestern Geary County in east central Kansas, West central Riley County in northeastern Kansas, West central Pottawatomie County in northeastern Kansas, Southeastern Clay County in north central Kansas until 9:00 p.m.(EXPIRED)

At 8:34 p.m. a severe thunderstorm was located near Milford,
 moving northeast at 40 mph. THIS IS A DESTRUCTIVE STORM FOR locations near Milford Lake and
central Riley counties.

HAZARD Softball size hail and 60 mph wind gusts.
 SOURCE Emergency management At 8:30 p.m., Emergency Management
 reported softball-sized hail near Upland.

IMPACT People and animals outdoors will be severely injured.
 Expect shattered windows, and extensive damage to roofs,
 siding, and vehicles.

* This severe thunderstorm will be near...
 Riley and Leonardville around 8:40 p.m. CDT

TORNADO WARNING ISSUED FOR NORTHEASTERN DICKINSON, GEARY and RILEY COUNTIES&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Tornado Warning for&nbsp; Northeastern Dickinson County in central Kansas, Northwestern Geary County in east central Kansas, Southwestern Riley County in northeastern Kansas, and Southeastern Clay County in north central Kansas until 8:45 p.m. CDT.

At 8:08 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado&nbsp;  was located near Moonlight, moving northeast at 45 mph.

HAZARD Tornado and half dollar size hail.

SOURCE Weather spotters reported a funnel cloud. At 8:06 p.m., trained spotters reported a funnel cloud 1 mile east of Abilene.

IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without&nbsp; shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.&nbsp; Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree&nbsp; damage is likely.

Locations impacted include: Junction City, Abilene, Chapman, Wakefield, Milford, Milford Lake, and Moonlight.

This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 275 and 288.

TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest&nbsp;floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter and protect yourself from flying debris.

Tornado Warning Issued for Dickinson County&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Warning for Northern Dickinson County effective until 815 p.m. CDT. At 7:47 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
 was located 7 miles south of Solomon, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD Tornado and ping pong ball size hail.
 SOURCE Radar indicated rotation. IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
 shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
 Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
 damage is likely.

Locations impacted include Abilene, Enterprise, and Talmage.

This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 268 and 283.
 PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS&nbsp;TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

According to the National Weather Service, the tornado warning issued for northern Dickinson County is canceled. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued May 6 at 7:01 p.m. CDT until May 6 at 7:30 p.m. CDT by NWS Topeka KS.

At 7:00 p.m. CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 3 miles east of Talmage to near Enterprise to 3 miles west of Ramona, moving northeast at 55 mph.

HAZARD 60 mph wind gusts and half dollar size hail.

SOURCE Trained weather spotters. At 6:57 p.m. , a trained spotter reported wind gusts of 60 mph in Abilene.

IMPACT Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

Locations impacted include: Junction City, Abilene, Herington, Grandview Plaza, Chapman,

Enterprise, White City, Hope, Woodbine, Latimer, and Moonlight.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. CDT for central Kansas.

Read below for additional May 6 weather updates

Tornado Warning Issued for Northern Dickinson County (EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Tornado Warning for&nbsp;Northern Dickinson County in central Kansas until 7:15 p.m. CDT. At 6:44 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
 was located 7 miles south of Solomon, moving northeast at 45 mph. HAZARD Tornado and quarter size hail.
 SOURCE Radar indicated rotation.

IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
 shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
 Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
 damage is likely. Locations impacted include Abilene, Chapman, Solomon, Enterprise, Moonlight, and Talmage.

This includes Interstate 70 between mile markers 267 and 288. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS&nbsp;TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Mcpherson, Western Dickinson and Southeastern Saline Counties in effect until 7:00 p.m.&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7:00 p.m. CDT
FOR MCPHERSON, WESTERN DICKINSON AND SOUTHEASTERN SALINE COUNTIES At 6:22 p.m. CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from near Assaria to near Lindsborg to near Mcpherson,
moving northeast at 50 mph.
 HAZARD 70 mph wind gusts and nickel size hail.
 SOURCE Radar indicated.
 IMPACT Expect considerable tree damage. Damage is likely to mobile
 homes, roofs, and outbuildings.
 Locations impacted include Mcpherson, Lindsborg, Galva, Canton, Marquette, Assaria, Gypsum,
Smolan, Falun, Bridgeport, Roxbury, Western Dickinson County in central Kansas and Kipp PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. CDT for central
Kansas.

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.&nbsp;

TORNADO WARNING ISSUED FOR PARTS OF WASHINGTON, CLAY AND CLOUD COUNTIES UNTIL 6:30 p.m. (NOW EXPIRED)

The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Tornado Warning for Southwestern Washington County in north central Kansas, Northwestern Clay County in north central Kansas, Eastern Cloud County in north central Kansas Until 6:30 p.m. CDT.&nbsp;

At 5:58 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado
  was located 4 miles northeast of Miltonvale, moving northeast at 45
  mph.


HAZARD Tornado SOURCE Radar indicated rotation

IMPACT Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without
 shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed.
 Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree
 damage is likely. Locations impacted include Clyde, Clifton, Miltonvale, Morganville, Palmer, and Vining PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS: TAKE COVER NOW! Move to a basement or an interior room on the lowest
floor of a sturdy building. Avoid windows. If you are outdoors, in a
mobile home, or in a vehicle, move to the closest substantial shelter
and protect yourself from flying debris.

Tornado Warning including Clyde KS, Clifton KS and  Miltonvale KS until 6:30 p.m. CDT

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR OTTAWA COUNTY&nbsp;&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Topeka KS

 The National Weather Service in Topeka has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Ottawa County in north central Kansas until 6:15 p.m. CDT.

At 5:50 p.m. CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 5 miles south of
  Tescott, moving northeast at 50 mph.

&nbsp;HAZARD 60 mph wind gusts and quarter-size hail.
 SOURCE Radar indicated. IMPACT Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
 to roofs, siding, and trees. Locations impacted include Minneapolis, Bennington, Tescott, Culver, and Wells. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 11:00 p.m. CDT for central and
north central Kansas.&nbsp;

SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING FOR MCPHERSON, RENO, RICE&nbsp;(EXPIRED)

Severe Thunderstorm Warning National Weather Service Wichita KS

The National Weather Service in Wichita has issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Southwestern McPherson County in central Kansas, North central Reno County in south-central Kansas, and Southeastern Rice County in central Kansas until 6:30 p.m. CDT.

At 5:24 p.m.&nbsp; CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located 7 miles southwest of Sterling, moving northeast at 50 mph.

HAZARD 70 mph wind gusts and ping pong ball size hail.

IMPACT People and animals outdoors will be injured. Expect hail damage to roofs, siding, windows, and vehicles. Expect considerable tree damage. Wind damage is also likely to mobile homes, roofs, and outbuildings.

Locations impacted include Mcpherson, Lyons, Sterling, Inman, Nickerson, Little River, Alden, Windom, Willowbrook, and Mcpherson Airport.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

A Tornado Watch remains in effect until 7:00 p.m. CDT for central Kansas. A Tornado Watch also remains in effect until 1100 p.m. CDT for central and south central Kansas.

UPDATED — Severe Thunderstorm updates, May 6

The 14th Annual SculptureTour Salina took place on Saturday, March 4. In total 2o NEW sculptures line Santa Fe Avenue in Downtown Salina, Kansas.

Salina visitors and locals are encouraged to vote for the “People’s Choice” award. Ballots can be found in metal containers near the crosswalks along Santa Fe Avenue. After you select your favorite, place your ballot in the box located at one of the crosswalks in downtown. Voting closes on December 31.

In memoriam, the 2024 SculptureTour is dedicated to Sylvia Rice.

<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715017064649.jpeg" alt="Salina Sculpture Tour volunteer Riley Rundell unveils the "Going Home" sculpture by Nebraska artist Sondra Jonson on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Salina Sculpture Tour volunteer Riley Rundell unveils the "Going Home" sculpture by Nebraska artist Sondra Jonson on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>By SALINA POSTThe 14th Annual SculptureTour Salina took place on Saturday, March 4. In total 2o NEW sculptures line Santa Fe Avenue in Downtown Salina, Kansas.Salina visitors and locals are encouraged to vote for the “People’s Choice” award. Ballots can be found in metal containers near the crosswalks along Santa Fe Avenue. After you select your favorite, place your ballot in the box located at one of the crosswalks in downtown. Voting closes on December 31.In memoriam, the 2024 SculptureTour is dedicated to Sylvia Rice.<h2>Photos from SculptureTour 2024</h2><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715017175246.jpeg" alt=""The Melting of Indifference" by Kansas artist Tim Chapman sits exposed after volunteers unveiled the new sculpture during the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"The Melting of Indifference" by Kansas artist Tim Chapman sits exposed after volunteers unveiled the new sculpture during the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715017242148.jpeg" alt=""Forward Motion" by Colorado artist Jodie Bliss sits in front of the Stiefel Theatre as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Forward Motion" by Colorado artist Jodie Bliss sits in front of the Stiefel Theatre as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715017378444.jpeg" alt=""Forward Motion" by Colorado artist Jodie Bliss sits in front of the Stiefel Theatre as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Forward Motion" by Colorado artist Jodie Bliss sits in front of the Stiefel Theatre as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715017484393.jpeg" alt="Colorado artist Damian Radice stands next to his sculpture "It's About Time" included in the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Colorado artist Damian Radice stands next to his sculpture "It's About Time" included in the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715017555491.jpeg" alt=""Something New for Otto" by Kansas artist James Bryant sits unveiled near The Temple as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Something New for Otto" by Kansas artist James Bryant sits unveiled near The Temple as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715017747590.jpeg" alt=""Plum Crazy" by Kansas artist Robert Peck sits on display near a crosswalk across Santa Fe Avenue as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Plum Crazy" by Kansas artist Robert Peck sits on display near a crosswalk across Santa Fe Avenue as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715017809355.jpeg" alt=""Honey Bee" by Nebraska artist Alex Shaw sits across from First Bank Kansas displayed as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Honey Bee" by Nebraska artist Alex Shaw sits across from First Bank Kansas displayed as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018010304.jpeg" alt=""Soul Support" by Texas artist Ruth Burink stands on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Soul Support" by Texas artist Ruth Burink stands on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018071621.jpeg" alt=""Brandie" by Kansas artist Rollin Karg is featured as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Brandie" by Kansas artist Rollin Karg is featured as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018134684.jpeg" alt=""Ancestral Tree" by New York artist Glenn Zweygardt stands near the Stiefel Theatre on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Ancestral Tree" by New York artist Glenn Zweygardt stands near the Stiefel Theatre on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018191585.jpeg" alt=""Free Falling" by Joe and Terry Malesky from Missouri stands near Campbell Plaza on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Free Falling" by Joe and Terry Malesky from Missouri stands near Campbell Plaza on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018298415.jpeg" alt=""Hummingbird" by Nebraska artist Alex Shaw sits on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Hummingbird" by Nebraska artist Alex Shaw sits on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018361701.jpeg" alt=""Stairs to Anywhere" by Colorado artist Jodie Bliss stands on display in downtown as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Stairs to Anywhere" by Colorado artist Jodie Bliss stands on display in downtown as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018538165.jpeg" alt=""Forging the Future" by the USD 305 Art Club sits on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Forging the Future" by the USD 305 Art Club sits on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715020490151.jpeg" alt="Students in Mr. Dow’s welding class unveiled their art work “Forging the Future” at the Sculpture Tour Salina. Photo Courtesy USD 305" />
 <figcaption>Students in Mr. Dow’s welding class unveiled their art work “Forging the Future” at the Sculpture Tour Salina. Photo Courtesy USD 305</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018563094.jpeg" alt=""Forging the Future" by the USD 305 Art Club sits on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Forging the Future" by the USD 305 Art Club sits on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018637511.jpeg" alt=""Like a Fish Out of Water" by Missouri artists Joe and Terry Malesky sits on display in the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Like a Fish Out of Water" by Missouri artists Joe and Terry Malesky sits on display in the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018730560.jpeg" alt=""Mr. Hatter's Pursuits In Becoming Human: 005 The Metamorphosis" by Kansas artist Brady Hatter sits on the corner of Elm Street and Santa Fe Avenue as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Mr. Hatter's Pursuits In Becoming Human: 005 The Metamorphosis" by Kansas artist Brady Hatter sits on the corner of Elm Street and Santa Fe Avenue as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018790476.jpeg" alt=""Rising Scaffolding" by Kansas artist Rollin Karg sits on display after volunteers unveiled the sculpture as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Rising Scaffolding" by Kansas artist Rollin Karg sits on display after volunteers unveiled the sculpture as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018855315.jpeg" alt=""Desert Trumpet" by Colorado Artist Reven Marie Swanson sits near the intersection of Ash Street and Santa Fe Avenue as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Desert Trumpet" by Colorado Artist Reven Marie Swanson sits near the intersection of Ash Street and Santa Fe Avenue as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018907209.jpeg" alt=""Lucky Ducks Boy" by Texas artist Marianne Caroselli sits on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Lucky Ducks Boy" by Texas artist Marianne Caroselli sits on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure><figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1715018944924.jpeg" alt=""Transpiration" by Kansas artist Conrad Snider sits on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>"Transpiration" by Kansas artist Conrad Snider sits on display as part of the 2024 Sculpture Tour Salina on Saturday, May 4, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
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📸 2024 SculptureTour Salina

A Salina resident doing construction work on a property in the 200 block of East Jewell Avenue returned to the home at about 5:18 p.m. on Friday, May 3, and found more than $4,800 in tools missing from the property.

Salina Police Department (SPD) Capt. David Villanueva said that sometime between 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30, and the evening of May 3, an unknown suspect broke through a window to gain access to the "oodles of tools."

"A 43-year-old Salina male had apparantly bought this property and had been doing some work on this property," Villanueva said. "He found when he came back that there was a window in the back of the home that had been broken out and entry was made. Inside, he had just oodles of tools."

READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/0bff8d17-4692-4605-a56b-4ca82f54a227">UPDATED — local officials prepare for severe weather</a>

The total damage done by the unknown suspect amounted to $5,060, with $200 accounted for in the damage to the broken window and the remaining $4,860 as stolen tools.

Villanueva said the suspect stole power tools, levels, drills, saws, an air compressor, a leaf blower, a bandsaw and more from the property.

"To move that much product, you have to have a vehicle. I don't think you're going to be doing all that on foot," Villanueva said. "I would hope that somebody would be able to have some video in that area."

SPD officers continue investigating the burglary.

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2019/11/1574355645622.jpeg" alt="" />
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 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostA Salina resident doing construction work on a property in the 200 block of East Jewell Avenue returned to the home at about 5:18 p.m. on Friday, May 3, and found more than $4,800 in tools missing from the property.Salina Police Department (SPD) Capt. David Villanueva said that sometime between 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30, and the evening of May 3, an unknown suspect broke through a window to gain access to the "oodles of tools.""A 43-year-old Salina male had apparantly bought this property and had been doing some work on this property," Villanueva said. "He found when he came back that there was a window in the back of the home that had been broken out and entry was made. Inside, he had just oodles of tools."READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/0bff8d17-4692-4605-a56b-4ca82f54a227">UPDATED — local officials prepare for severe weather</a>The total damage done by the unknown suspect amounted to $5,060, with $200 accounted for in the damage to the broken window and the remaining $4,860 as stolen tools.Villanueva said the suspect stole power tools, levels, drills, saws, an air compressor, a leaf blower, a bandsaw and more from the property."To move that much product, you have to have a vehicle. I don't think you're going to be doing all that on foot," Villanueva said. "I would hope that somebody would be able to have some video in that area."SPD officers continue investigating the burglary.Salina Post will update the story as more information becomes available.

Almost $5,000 in tools stolen from house under construction

Eyecatching, colorful signs often accompany events and celebrations throughout Salina, decorating the sidewalks and street corners to announce "Congratulations!" to graduates or "Happy Birthday!" to a family member.

The woman behind these signs, Jacqueline Wood, owner of the Salina Area Sign Gypsies franchise, places each arrangement after designing and ordering them.

"It's just fun, and usually, it's a really big photo opportunity," Wood said. "It's also a good social media tool for businesses."

Wood purchased the business from Gina Turner last year, who began the franchise a few years prior.

The colorful signs often assist fundraisers and other events by helping patrons find their locations or draw new visitors who may not have heard of the celebration beforehand.

Wood said she enjoys uplifting other local events and that each customer greets her with smiles and excitement.

"It's&nbsp;really fun. There's&nbsp;really&nbsp;nothing bad about it," Wood said. "Everybody is happy to see me because they're celebrating, and&nbsp;so&nbsp;this is part of the celebration, too."

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 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714865557108.jpeg" alt="Salina Area Sign Gypsies owner Jacqueline Wood tapes some PVC pipe supports to the back of a "Congrats Grads!" sign outside of K-State Salina on Friday, May 3. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Salina Area Sign Gypsies owner Jacqueline Wood tapes some PVC pipe supports to the back of a "Congrats Grads!" sign outside of K-State Salina on Friday, May 3. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>By OLIVIA BERGMEIER Lead Reporter - Salina PostEyecatching, colorful signs often accompany events and celebrations throughout Salina, decorating the sidewalks and street corners to announce "Congratulations!" to graduates or "Happy Birthday!" to a family member.The woman behind these signs, Jacqueline Wood, owner of the Salina Area Sign Gypsies franchise, places each arrangement after designing and ordering them."It's just fun, and usually, it's a really big photo opportunity," Wood said. "It's also a good social media tool for businesses."Wood purchased the business from Gina Turner last year, who began the franchise a few years prior.<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/5/1714865647379.jpeg" alt="Salina Area Sign Gypsies owner Jacqueline Wood puts together a "Congrats Grads!" sign in front of K-State Salina Student Life Center on Friday, May 3. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>Salina Area Sign Gypsies owner Jacqueline Wood puts together a "Congrats Grads!" sign in front of K-State Salina Student Life Center on Friday, May 3. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>The colorful signs often assist fundraisers and other events by helping patrons find their locations or draw new visitors who may not have heard of the celebration beforehand.Wood said she enjoys uplifting other local events and that each customer greets her with smiles and excitement."It's&nbsp;really fun. There's&nbsp;really&nbsp;nothing bad about it," Wood said. "Everybody is happy to see me because they're celebrating, and&nbsp;so&nbsp;this is part of the celebration, too."<figure>
 <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/4/1713808072756.jpeg" alt="The 2024 Love, Chloe Family Fun Run sign near City Lights Stage on Saturday, April 20, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier" />
 <figcaption>The 2024 Love, Chloe Family Fun Run sign near City Lights Stage on Saturday, April 20, in downtown Salina. Photo by Olivia Bergmeier</figcaption>
 </figure>READ MORE:&nbsp;<a href="https://salinapost.com/posts/5db96c90-39cb-4072-9d5b-dacc514eb3f7">99KG's path to the top — community, content and consistency</a>The Salina Area Chamber of Commerce often works with Wood for events and promotions across town, and she said that,&nbsp;alongside the community support she receives, the Chamber acts as an additional resource and aid for her LLC."The Chamber is really helpful. I'm a member of the Chamber, and they're always willing to promote things that you want to promote and encourage you to get involved and network," Wood said.Throughout the next few weekends, Wood said she plans on placing celebratory signs at most of the graduations in Saline County, where dozens of students and their family members will pose in front of to capture memories of the day.