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23 Pit Bulls Currently Housed at Salina Animal Shelter; Some Held Over a Year While Court Cases Continue

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The Salina Animal Shelter is currently housing 23 pit bulls, according to information shared during the most recent Salina Animal…

Feb 11, 2026

Joshua Barnhart

Shelter’s Andrea Murphy: Volunteer Program Restarted, Five Active After 23 Applications

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During the Animal Advisory Board meeting, Andrea Murphy, identified as Operations Superintendent, gave a detailed update on the shelter’s…

Feb 11, 2026

Joshua Barnhart

“Heart Stick” Allegation Mentioned at Two Meetings; Shelter Response Does Not Include Specific Comment

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Concerns about “heart stick” euthanasia procedures at the Salina Animal Shelter were raised publicly in two separate meetings by two…

Feb 11, 2026

Joshua Barnhart

“They Are Good People”: City Manager Defends Shelter Staff, Says Conditions Have Improved Since 2023

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At the beginning of the Animal Advisory Board meeting Wednesday, City Manager Jacob Wood provided an extended statement addressing ongoing…

Feb 11, 2026

Joshua Barnhart

Doug Rempp Joins Salina City Commission, Signals Focus on Animal Shelter and Fiscal Efficiency

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New Salina City Commissioner Doug Rempp says improving the city’s animal shelter and maintaining fiscal responsibility will be among…

Jan 12, 2026

Joshua Barnhart

Mayor Mike Hoppock Sets the Tone as He Begins Term

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Newly selected Mayor Mike Hoppock opened his first statement by emphasizing gratitude, continuity, and the people behind city government. “It…

Jan 12, 2026

Joshua Barnhart

Cease-and-Desist Order Halts Operations at Genesis Health Club, SKY Trampoline Park, Salina Smash Pickleball & The Back Alley

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Update: GM of SKY Trampoline Park Josh Gardner stated that they will be back open this afternoon in a couple…

Jan 2, 2026

721 Homes Sold in 2025: What the Numbers Show About Salina’s Housing Market

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The Salina housing market in 2025 reflected a wide range of activity, with homes selling across nearly every price point…

Jan 1, 2026

Joshua Barnhart

Sample Ballot: February 24 Special Election to Determine Future of Salina’s Breed-Specific Dog Regulations

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Salina voters will be asked to decide whether to repeal the city’s breed-specific dog regulations during a special election…

Dec 30, 2025

Joshua Barnhart

As the Year Closes: Salina’s Leaders Share a 2025 Built on Service and Steady Growth

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As 2025 comes to a close, leaders across Salina and Saline County describe a year defined less by a single…

Dec 25, 2025

Joshua Barnhart

Exclusive: SPD Explains How License Plate Cameras Are Used in Salina

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Following public comment at a recent Salina City Commission meeting raising concerns about license plate reader cameras, Salina311 submitted a…

Dec 23, 2025

Joshua Barnhart

In Follow-Up With Salina311, Michelle Martin Clarifies How Salina Tracks and Reports Homelessness Data

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Following the Salina City Commission’s 5–0 vote to authorize a contract with SHG Advisors to develop a citywide…

Dec 23, 2025

Joshua Barnhart