King in the Community
”King in The Community” is a brand new podcast from Eagle Radio in Salina. Join Salina Post News Director, Nate King, as he talks with local and regional government officials, first responders, non-profit leaders, and unique individuals with interesting stories from Saline County and beyond. Learn about how organizations in your neighborhood leverage their partnerships to create a more interconnected community.
Episodes
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Leslie Bishop, Salina Downtown Inc. Executive Director
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Spring is in the air and Salina Dowtown Inc., SDI, is back with LIVE first Fridays beginning in April. Nate King chats with SDI Executive Director, Leslie Bishop about the new farm and art market in downtown Salina.
Click the link above and hear Bishop explain how the market got started and the ways public and private community stakeholders are partnering to make the farm and art market a success for its debut season.
The farm and art market kick-off takes place on May 18 and will take place on Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m., May 25 - October 19 at the City Lights Stage, 199 N Santa Fe Ave.
With a mission to connect and bring farmers, artisans, and residents of the Salina area together, while also fostering a sustainable, welcoming, and thriving downtown community, SDI is encouraging Salina residents to grow it, raise it, make it, bake it and support the Salina Downtown Farm and Art Market.
Interested in selling your baked goods, home grown produce, handmade crafts or locally raised livestock? Check out Salina Downtown's website here for an application.
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Project Salina Board Members, Mike Paul and Dean Atteberry
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Tuesday Mar 26, 2024
Join Dean, Mike, and Salina Post News Director Nate King in a conversation about Project Salina's mission to support local nonprofits through sustainable food donations.
They discuss the upcoming kick-off event in April, the increased need for food support in the community, and the impact of monetary donations on purchasing food for those in need. Learn how you can get involved and team up with coworkers to make a difference in Salina with Project Salina.
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Brad Anderson, Director of Arts and Humanities at City of Salina
Friday Mar 22, 2024
Friday Mar 22, 2024
In this episode of King in the Community Salina Post News Director, Nate King speaks with Brad Anderson, director of Arts and Humanities at the City of Salina about local arts and culture. Anderson shares how it felt when he was selected to represent Salina in the 2024 Leadership Kansas Class.The episode also explores the vibrant arts and culture scene in Salina. Anderson talks about the city's transformational changes, downtown revitalization, and how art serves as a catalyst for community developement and the expression of ideas.
Anderson gives an overview of public art projects, partnerships between arts organizations the significance of public art budget allocation for projects like the new fire station four in Salina, where city officials aim to allocate 4% of the $10 million budget for art.
Anderson highlights the the importance of community involvement in public art commissioning, how art can serve a purpose in project design, and the how project stakeholders such as, architects, artists, and community members collaborate and design public art.
To learn more about Salina Arts and Humanities, click here.
Friday Mar 08, 2024
Friday Mar 08, 2024
In this episode of King in the Community, I speak with State Representative Susan Concannon (R-107th District) to hear about her journey from healthcare to politics, her advocacy for her community, and her work on issues like the water crisis at Sundowner mobile home trailer park. We also discuss her role as chair of the Child Welfare and Foster Care Committee, the challenges facing the foster care system, and her experiences serving on the Kansas House Appropriations Committee. Tune in for insights into public service, community advocacy, and the current political landscape in Topeka.
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
BSL and Sign Code, Salina City Manager, Mike Schrage
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Tuesday Mar 05, 2024
Join host Nate King for his monthly conversation with Salina City Manager, Mike Schrage. Nate asks about the history behind Salina's breed-specific law and seeks answers about the ongoing conversation regarding Salina's sign code.
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Phil Smith-Hanes, Saline County Administrator
Friday Mar 01, 2024
Friday Mar 01, 2024
On this episode of King in the Community, Nate King hears an update from Saline County Administrator, Phil Smith-Hanes.
Listen in and hear about a range of local issues impacting Saline County. From the challenges faced with the new jail building, including heating and plumbing issues, to the allocation of ARPA funding for rural fire districts, Phil provides valuable insights into the current state of affairs in Saline County.
We also touch on the importance of wildfire prevention, the shortage of prosecutors in the area, and the upcoming presidential preference primary in Kansas.
All of this and more on King in the Community.
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
The Band Kansas Bassist, Billy Greer
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
On this episode, King in the Community host Nate King interviews Billy Greer, the bassist of the legendary band Kansas, in celebration of their 50th-anniversary tour. Greer reflects on his 38 years with the band, shares insights into their upcoming concert dates, March 22-23, at the historic Stiefel Theatre in Salina, Kansas, and discusses the evolution of Kansas' music and lineup changes.
Discover the meaning behind the tongue and cheek tour title, "Another Fork in the Road," and learn about the band's setlist featuring rare deep tracks. Don't miss this engaging conversation with Billy Greer as they celebrate Kansas' five decades of music and memories.
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Salina Fire Chief, Tony Sneidar
Friday Feb 23, 2024
Friday Feb 23, 2024
On this episode of King in the Community, Nate King speaks with Salina Fire Chief Tony Sneidar about the Salina Fire Station Four project, the new Phoenix G2 Fire Station Alerting System by USDD Honeywell and recent City authorized purchases for new fire trucks and apparatuses.
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Salina Mayor Bill Longbine discusses housing, emergency services and more
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
On this episode of King in the Community, Salina Mayor Longbine shares his background and reasons for running for commission, the city's response to homelessness, emergency first responder facility upgrades, BSL, and more.
Hear more about Longbine's tour of city facilities and the need for a new fire station due to outdated design and cramped living quarters. Learn about the city's state-of-the-art police training facility and how the equipment and exercises better prepare local officers to respond to high-stress situations.
They discuss potential upcoming economic developements and economic development project zones, and an update on deteriorating properties like the Ambassador Hotel and St. John's Hospital.
Nate also asks Longbine about ongoing challenges faced by the Salina Animal Shelter and the City's response to growing concerns about the current breed specific laws.
Longbine shares how the City is addressing homelessness and his takeaways from the Salina City Commission homelessness forum held in Jan. featuring guest speaker Julia Orlando, Founder and CEO of Julia Orlando Consulting.
Longbine shares his skepticism about operating a homeless shelter, while Nate suggests alternative solutions. Tune in to "King in the Community" for an insightful look at the issues and initiatives shaping the city of Salina.
For Mayor Longbine's official remarks after becoming city mayor, click here.
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
State Representative Steven Howe, Legislative Update
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Thursday Feb 08, 2024
Host Nate King chats with State Representative Stephen Howe to discuss the highly debated topic of Medicaid expansion in Kansas. Representing District 71 in Topeka, Howe shares an insider's take on current state matters and the potential implications on local communities, with a specific focus on the challenges witnessed in rural areas.
Hear Howe discuss his duties in the capacity of chairman for the House Higher Education Budget Committee and his responsibilities on other committees he is a member of. He is also on the Kansas House Appropriations Committee
With soaring waiting lists for services, there's a notable urgency to address such matters for the betterment of Kansans with intellectual and developemental disabilities.
The episode wraps up with insights into the importance of investing in families and children, proposing state-level child tax credits, and understanding the societal and economic impact of eroding birth rates. The discussion further explores personalities' roles in creating a more positive atmosphere for political discourse and Howe's thoughts on the January 6 Insurrection at the United States Capitol Building.