’King in the Community’ an Eagle Media Podcast
Join Salina Post News Director Nate King for engaging conversations with local and regional leaders, including government officials, first responders, non-profit organizers, and individuals with compelling stories from Saline County and beyond. Discover how local community organizations collaborate to build stronger connections that create a more united community.
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Friday May 05, 2023
Friday May 05, 2023
What makes someone a "good" storyteller? Is it the vast and interesting vocabulary they use? What about the style of story they tell? Or is it their ability to wrap up a story by neatly connecting multiple themes into one concise narrative?
According to Kansas Storytelling Festival storyteller, Mo Reynolds, there is no gatekeeping when it comes to storytelling- anyone can tell a story.
On this episode of King in the Community, hear about how Mo got started telling stories, her first experience attending the annual Kansas Storytelling Festival and her storytelling visits to regional Kansas grade schools.
Wednesday May 03, 2023
Wednesday May 03, 2023
The Junction City Main Street Market's inaugural kick off event is Saturday, May 6, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in downtown Junction City. I sat down for a conversation with Michaela Joyce, executive director for Junction City Main Street, to find out what types of vendors will be showcased at the market and other ways the Junction City Main Street program is creating a more connected community.
Monday May 01, 2023
Monday May 01, 2023
Al Gordon, Junction City, officially announced his candidacy for city commission at the Junction City city commission meeting on April 18.
On this episode of King in the Community, Gordon, a local small business owner, talks about the importance of supporting local small businesses, how he came to call Junction City home and why he decided to run for city commission.
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
By providing hope and a positive vision, Optimists bring out the best in youth, our communities and themselves. In this episode of King in the Community we hear how the Salina Optimist Club helps recognize students who go above and beyond when it comes to having a positive attitude. We talked about that and more on this episode of King in the Community.
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Nex-Tech, a Kansas company and leader in technology, has announced the grand reopening of its retail location in Salina. Located at 104 N. Santa Fe Avenue, Suite B, in downtown Salina. In 2016, Nex-Tech started the deployment of fiber along key business routes in Salina and has continued to expand its fiber footprint in Salina.
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
What started as a farm fresh food cooperative in the 70s has grown into a thriving locally grown produce market. Prairieland Market, located in Salina, Kansas, sells a range of farm-fresh, Kansas-made foods including meats, cheeses, seasonal fruits and vegetables, and baked goods. Vickee also shared with me some exciting news about the markets future plans to move to a new location in Salina.
Monday Apr 17, 2023
Monday Apr 17, 2023
The Weatherization Assistance Program helps reduce energy costs for low-incomehouseholds by increasing the energy efficiency of their homes, while ensuring their health and safety. I sat down with Mike Peterson to hear more.
Monday Apr 17, 2023
Monday Apr 17, 2023
National Technical College Signing Day was on April 20. The day is designed to honor students who are entering a technical field and to celebrate the dignity of their work. I sat down with director of the Salina Tech Foundation, Brenda Gutierrez to talk about the signing event and a $1.8 million grant awarded to Salina Tech by the Kansas Department of Commerce.
The grant will fund roughly half of the cost of its new 15,00 square-foot building which will house the new Industrial Maintenance and Automation program. Find out more on this episode of King in the Community.
Monday Apr 17, 2023
Monday Apr 17, 2023
USD 305 Superintendent and Salina Native, Linn Exline, has worked in Salina Public Schools her entire career in teaching. Her dedication and passion for education stems from her desire to cause positive changes in student's lives.
Monday Apr 17, 2023
Monday Apr 17, 2023
Jessica Kootz, executive director for K-State Research and Extension Midway District stops by our studio to talk about mental health resources and programs available through KSRE.