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Hundreds of motorcycle riders converged on Heartland Park Topeka today for a special Independence Day race. Who emerged the leader of the pack. Watch video.

Topeka Stars shut out Bolivar Liberators at Great Plains Shootout
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Rockin' out while serving their country
There was a patriotic flavor to this week's Brown Bag concert in Topeka, from a band that's been around, in one form or another, for decades. Find out why these band members are much more than just musicians. Watch video.

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Shannon Reilly from the Topeka Civic Theatre and Academy discusses upcoming performances with 49 News Anchor Gena Terlizzi. Find out what the play "The Somewhat True Tales of Robin Hood" has to offer theatre-goers. Watch video.

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