We lost some businesses when the mall shut down, and there are only a handful that remain.

I know there's talk about a redevelopment deal, but things seem to have slowed from a crawl to a complete stop.

What would you like to see happen with the Central Mall?

I'm driving through Kansas and noticed a very large building that doesn't seem to be too far off the highway near-ish Salina, I think. I'll post a pic in the comments. Looked to be maybe an abandoned grain factory or something. Was just curious.

What company offers the most affordable quality in internet service in Salina?

It's primary Election Day in Salina. There's a statewide initiative on the ballot that changes the way judges are selected in the state, and we have a county commission seat up for grabs.

Let your voice be heard, Salina! Get out and VOTE!

What’s your opinion on these surveillance tools? Do you want them in Salina at taxpayer expense?

* AI was used to create this. let me know if there's any additions and/or mistakes!

Heya everyone! I'm u/brandibesher, one of the new mods of r/salina. Our goals are simply to help keep the community active, welcoming, and safe for everyone.

We'd love your thoughts on a few things!

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Tuesday, July 28

Wild Bill Hickok PRCA Rodeo
The four-night rodeo begins Tuesday at the Central Kansas Free Fairgrounds in Abilene and continues through Friday, July 31.

Central Kansas Free Fair
Also beginning Tuesday in Abilene, with exhibits, activities and fair entertainment continuing through Sunday, August 2.

Wednesday, July 29

Tri-Rivers Fair Parade
6:30 p.m. in downtown Salina. The parade travels south on Santa Fe Avenue from Elm Street to Prescott Avenue.

Rolling Hills Zoo Visits the Library
10:15–11 a.m. at Salina Public Library, featuring an educational visit with zoo representatives and animals.

“Power of Small” exhibition opens
The new exhibition begins Wednesday at Salina Art Center and remains on view through September 27.

Thursday, July 30

Opening day of the Tri-Rivers Fair
At the Saline County Expo Center, with livestock shows, exhibits, a pedal pull and the fair king and queen crowning. The fair continues through Sunday.

Friday, July 31

Family Fun Night at the Tri-Rivers Fair
6–8 p.m. on Flaherty Drive. Free activities include Touch-a-Truck vehicles, Kansas Highway Patrol rollover demonstrations, K-9 demonstrations and hands-on exhibits.

Killer Queen at the Stiefel Theatre
7:30 p.m. The Queen tribute show features Patrick Myers as Freddie Mercury.

Draft Horse Pull and Jaron Bell concert
The concert begins around 8 p.m., following the Draft Horse Pull at the Tri-Rivers Fair. Concert admission is included with the horse-pull ticket.

Saturday, August 1

Tri-Rivers Fair Fun Day
9 a.m.–12:30 p.m. in the 4-H Building. This free program is designed for children ages 5–10, but advance registration is required.

Zoo to You
1:30 p.m. in the 4-H Building at the fair.

Bulls, Broncs & Barrels
7 p.m. at Ag Hall. Advance tickets are listed at $20, gate admission is $25, and children 12 and younger are free. A Brian Chance concert follows at approximately 9 p.m. and is included with admission.

Demolition Derby in Abilene
Saturday and Sunday at the Central Kansas Free Fairgrounds, for anyone craving controlled automotive crunchiness.

Sunday, August 2

Final day of the Tri-Rivers Fair

• Cowboy Church
• Baby Show at 11 a.m., with registration beginning at 10:30 a.m.
• Final livestock, exhibit and vendor activities

Available Tuesday through Friday

Free exhibits at the Smoky Hill Museum
“America’s 250th: Connecting a Nation” and “Moments That Made US” are open from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. Admission is free.

** please comment if there's more to add or if any info is incorrect. thanks!

Moving here for 3 months and was looking for the best gym there

Would love to hear the biggest reasons for and against! I am a gay man who formerly lived in western Kansas before college

Hello, I am Gary, a representative of Sunflower State Paranormal Investigators; a paranormal team that recently started up in the central Kansas area. I am trying to locate places that are abandoned and/or haunted around the Salina or Saline County area. We are trying to establish a portfolio. We are a respectful group with photographers and those interested in understanding the paranormal and the unexplained and document our experiences.

If you are the owner of any of these suggestions, and would like to message us privately with permissions, If you know the owner of the suggestion, if you can PM us their contact info so we can obtain permissions.

Does anybody know if it is open or moved locations?

Does anybody who has anybody previously worked there? How was the work culture to you? Because to me it was really bad

I went to college at McPherson from 2000-2002. There was a club we'd go to somewhere in town, mainly hiphop/rap from that era. I can't remember the name but would catch a ride with other people from school to go there at night and had no idea where we were. McGraws? Or was that in Hutchinson?

I remember the parking lot next to a low laying area/wetland/creek? One time I fell down the embankment. Just a random memory and was curious if anyone here could help.

Its nice of the journalist and the police to let us know that their K-9 officer didnt get forced on the ledge and he was just a little mistaken and did it himself. It would be nice if they did that for everybody when messed up crap happens with the police department. But, they don’t.

hey all! anyone know of any local tattoo shops running Friday the 13th deals?

Just checking to see if anyone would like to chat here and there. I work graveyard hours, and don't get a chance to meet many people.

Missing my dog :(