Student Life
On March 26, Kansas Wesleyan University (KWU) hosted its annual Career Fair, providing students with the opportunity to connect with a variety of organizations about potential job and internship opportunities. Among the organizations present were local employers such as USD305, the City of Salina, and the YMCA, all offering valuable insights into their hiring needs […]
Rising YouTube Star Daren Hawkins – Salina, KS The world of YouTube is about to be shaken up by an electrifying new personality—Daren Hawkins, better known as TopTierTV. This rising content creator is making waves with his high-energy vlogs, entertaining adventures, and a message that pushes people to rise above and prioritize success before fun. […]
Best Tacos in Salina? Welcome back! I’m Jacob Fallon, and today we’ll look at 805 Tacos. Today we continue our search for the best tacos in Salina. So lets see what a food truck has to offer. 805 Tacos offers a small menu due to it being in a food truck. You can also order […]
Men’s Side March Madness has reached its last two rounds as we are now in the Final Four. For the men’s side all 1 seeds remain in the tournament, which hasn’t happened since 2008. The final four teams are 1.Auburn vs 1.Florida and 1.Duke vs 1.Houston. These games begin April 5th at 5:09 PM and […]
From Campus Conversations to Top-Tier Talks – Salina, Ks Daren Hawkins. Already known for his vibrant energy on YouTube as the face of TopTierTV, Daren is now expanding his social media and entertainment presence by launching a new podcast. With his outgoing personality and natural ability to connect with people, he’s ready to take on […]
Every Wednesday, students at KWU are treated to a special visitor in the library: Skylar, the school dog. Skylar, a trained dog who spends her days around campus, is a familiar and beloved face to many. As the president’s dog, she is a constant presence, mostly hanging out in the Student Development office, but every […]
Background… Brandon Cheeks is a Kansas Wesleyan University graduate who married his college sweetheart, Rolita Cheeks. They have six children. He is an elementary school principal at Sunset Elementary and an assistant Pastor at St. John’s Missionary Baptist Church in Salina. He also serves as the Community Outreach Coordinator. He helps plan and implement campus […]
The Coyote Activities Board (CAB) offers a platform for KWU students to actively participate in shaping the campus experience. Planning and executing a wide range of events, from the popular silent disco and poker nights to elegant formal dances and casual movie nights. Additionally, CAB plays a crucial role in welcoming incoming students during orientation. […]
Background Martinell’s Little Italy is a family-owned Italian restaurant based in downtown Salina. It has been a staple of the Salina food scene since it opened in 2001. Known for its family style dining and generous portions, the restaurant offers a variety of Italian American dishes, with favorites like the Fettucine Alredo, pizzas, salads, and […]
Sherman County, Kansas – March 14, 2025 – A tragic accident occurred on Friday, March 14, 2025, involving a massive 70+ car pileup on Interstate 70 in northwest Kansas, triggered by severe dust storms and high winds blowing in from Colorado. The pileup led to the death of eight individuals, including Salina native Dawson Hogan, […]
