Hot air balloons all a glow at Lake Shawnee

Friday, Sept. 5, 2008

The Annual Huff 'n Puff event is filling the air at Lake Shawnee with beautiful colors. Watch video.

Horns for health: Renowned brass band to play in Topeka

Wednesday, Sept. 3, 2008

49 News Anchor Gena Terlizzi speaks with Carolyn Zimmerman, with the Marian Clinic, about an upcoming benefit concert. What's so special about the performers. Watch video.

From paintings to Legos, Kansas State Fair's art submissions tell a myriad of stories

Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008

It's just three days until the Kansas State Fair, but for some, it may as well already be in full swing. Fair officials are already accepting entries for state competitions. Reporter Cliff Judy spent time in Hutchinson talking to the contestants. Watch video.

Kansas recognizes notable authors for literary contributions

Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2008

A number of state officials announced today a list of the 2008 Kansas Notable Book Authors. The top book was about the American Shaolin Matthew Polly. Find out what other books and authors earned praise. Read story.

Many join together to leave a mark on the community

Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008

A stroke of one tool is leaving a neighborhood forever marked. 49 News Reporter Jessica Drew explains why it's so important for Chesney Park to create an everlasting memorial. Watch video.

Pow Wow is a big success

Sunday, Aug. 31, 2008

A celebration of culture wrapped up in style tonight. How the younger generation of area Native Americans paid homage to their elders' traditions. Watch video.

Aaron Douglas Art Fair offers artists venue, community culture

Friday, Aug. 29, 2008

49 News Anchor Gena Terlizzi interviews Eddie Saldanha, a featured artist at an annual art fair held in the Capital City. Find out about the man behind the fair's name and how you can see some of the best local works of art. Watch video.

Great Mural Wall project progresses; community invited to help paint

Friday, Aug. 29, 2008

You can lend a brush stroke to a community work of art. The second panel is almost complete on this ongoing project. Learn what this mural represents and how you can help out. Watch video.

Mayor delivers break for TPAC; council reverses decision not to fund venue

Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008

One week after the city council said no, the Topeka Performing Arts Center will get $250,000. 49 News Reporter Marshanna Hester explains where the money is coming from and why TPAC is still fighting for more? Watch video.

An artistic twist comes to a necessary public facility

Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2008

Find out where art is going down the toilet, sort of. Watch video.

"Dancing with the Stars" lineup announced

Monday, Aug. 25, 2008

"Dancing with the Stars" premiers September 22. Find out who will be taking the dance floor and what's unique about this year's cast. Read story.

Tickets on sale for Disney's "High School Musical: The Ice Tour"

Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008

In less than six weeks, a national phenomenon hits the ice in the Capital City, and Topekans are ready. Watch video.

Police chopper flies, TPAC falls

Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008

The City Council could have saved the Topeka Performing Arts Center by cutting the budget of a program not even being used. Find out which unused program's funding remains in tact. Watch video.

Funding feud continues between City and TPAC

Thursday, Aug. 21, 2008

Find out the results of a Wednesday meeting to resolve the issue. Watch video.

TPAC fights for funding, not taking no for an answer

Tight budget forces city to cut $300,000 from TPAC next year

Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2008

Budget cuts could mean the end of the Topeka Performing Arts Center. 49 News Reporter Marshanna Hester explains why and what that could mean for you. Watch video.