Salina City Council members welcomed a new firefighter, received updates on several city improvement projects and discussed staffing needs at Blackhawk Arena during their meeting Wednesday, Aug. 26. Benjamin Murphree received the oath of office as the Salina City Fire Department’s newest member during the meeting. The mayor and council thanked him for his willingness to serve and expressed appreciation for all department members and their dedication to the community. The mayor and council also ...

Plans are moving forward to extend Redmond’s bike path by approximately one mile, connecting the existing trail to both the town park and the ball fields. The project could be completed within the next couple of months, with bids expected to go out as early as next week. Once construction begins, officials anticipate the work will take approximately six weeks, barring complications. Currently, the path ends at 500 South. The project will extend the trail ...

Gunnison Valley Hospital celebrated an important milestone on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, as employees, community members, local leaders, healthcare providers and hospital supporters gathered for the official groundbreaking of a major expansion and renovation project. The comprehensive project will completely transform the patient experience by modernizing the hospital entrance, expanding the maternity wing, creating new inpatient rooms, and having a welcoming cafeteria and new kitchen. Gunnison Valley Hospital has served our community since 1932 helping ...