For the fourth consecutive year, Salina City's swimming pool has earned the Utah Local Governments Trust Gold Star Aquatic Safety Award, continuing a tradition of excellence that has made the facility one of the state's safest public pools. Since the new pool opened six years ago, Salina City's aquatic facility has consistently ranked among Utah's top seasonal outdoor pools. The pool received Silver Star recognition during its first two years of operation before advancing to ...

Known for his lifelong service, generous spirit and unwavering love for his hometown, Boyd "Punchy" Christensen has been named the Grand Marshal for Redmond's Pioneer Day and 24th of July Parade. Born June 29, 1945, to Whitney and Mary Christensen, both Redmond natives, Christensen was raised in the close-knit community where he developed a deep appreciation for family, neighbors and the outdoors. He attended Redmond Elementary and North Sevier High School before earning a bachelor's ...

As Salina prepares to welcome classic car enthusiasts for this weekend's 2026 Blast from the Past Car Show, last year's Best of Show winner is planning a return trip. Dan Price of Cedar City will once again bring his beautifully restored 1957 GMC pickup to the Salina City Park, hoping to reconnect with friends he made at last year's event. This year, he'll also be joined by his wife, Laura, who will be showing her ...