Motorist Alert: Where to avoid Friday

Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008

I-70 bridge work could affect your commute Friday. Read on for more information. Read story.

Gettin' pumped for the big game

Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008

Find out how Ichbods showed their spirit Thursday night. Watch video.

Washburn needs help from residents to "Can Emporia"

Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008

For the first time ever, Washburn is asking Topekans to donate cans to help them in a friendly competition with Emporia. Watch video.

Christmas Bureau gearing up for holidays

Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008

It's not too early to be thinking about Christmas, especially for those looking to help families this holiday season. One of those agencies is the Christmas Bureau. They collect food, toys and donations for needy families. Find out why they might not be able to help those hit hard by the economy and why they are changing their focus this year. Watch video.

Step by step, citizens hope to cure diabetes

Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008

Mary Alice Scheer with Step Out Walk to Fight Diabetes helps us understand the need to fight diabetes and tells us that this weekend's event is much more than a walk. Find out what else is happening. Watch video.

Fitness and philanthropy meet during Run for a Reason charity

Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008

49 News Anchor Gena Terlizzi speaks with Debra Ricks, who talks about how you can get a workout and help support underprivileged children in the area who want to be involved in summer sports camps but need some financial support. Watch video.

Church hopes to nourish community with Ethnic Food Festival

Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008

Today, in Good Morning Kansas’ Breakfast Chat, Gena Terlizzi speaks with John Weber, who talks about how you can get a taste of different cultures. Tap into this story to learn more about the Saints Peter and Paul Ethnic Food Festival. Watch video.

Police launch Boomerang

Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008

A new effort to get neighbors to clean up code violations has been launched. Code Enforcement officers teamed up with community officers and headed into Hi-Crest neighborhood for Operation Boomarang. Find out how cleaning up code violations there is making a comeback. Watch video.

Festival of Speed parade set for tonight

Week-long event offers unique experiences for the whole family

Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008

49 News' Craig Gold speaks with Andrea Koker, who tells us what the Festival of Speed is all about and how you can enjoy the festival for free or little cost. Watch video.

New type of animal shelter helps people avoid difficult good-byes

Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2008

49 News Anchor Gena Terlizzi is joined on the set of Good Morning Kansas by Ruth Maus, who talks about the Pet Assistance Network of Topeka. Who can take advantage of this organization's services. Watch video.

Economy gives residents new reason to shop garage sales

Bargain hunters are out in full force

Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008

How the economy has changed the demographic of garage sale shoppers. Plus, a convenient and money-saving way you can find the closest garage sales to you without driving all around the city. Watch video.

A one-day event brings in thousands

Sunday, Oct. 5, 2008

Thousands of people visited Old Prairie Town today to experience a piece of the past. Watch video.

A community battling a city-wide problem

Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008

A city-wide problem that damages property and often symbolizes gang-related activity was tackled today. 49 News Reporter Jessica Drew explains how a group of volunteers is fighting the graffiti, and the message they hope to get across. Watch video.

Fall festival gives to those in need

Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008

One local church took advantage of today's nice weather to help others. Watch video.

TAG team fights graffiti problem in Topeka

Community invited to pitch in Saturday

Friday, Oct. 3, 2008

In this edition of Good Morning Kansas' Breakfast Chat, Philicia McKee, executive director of Keep America Beautiful, explains how the group is keeping the Capital City beautiful. Watch video.