Old gas pumps not engineered for $4 fuel prices

Gas station owners hope focus on in-store products will keep them open

Friday, July 4, 2008

With a shaky economy, mom-and-pop businesses are sinking. But one Milford convenient store is facing a setback due to its old technology. 49 News Manhattan Reporter Annette Lawless traveled to Milford and explains why this store is actually cutting back on its price at the pump. Watch video.

Mosquito, malaria research expands with new lab

Researchers aim to learn more about disease that kills 3 million

Thursday, July 3, 2008

Thousands are infected with malaria in the Little Apple, but don’t worry, we’re not talking about humans. We’re talking about mosquitoes. 49 News Manhattan Reporter Annette Lawless takes us in an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at a new research lab and the breakthroughs that might keep you safe. Watch video.

Student launches business, raises money for K-State cheerleaders

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

An explosive idea will help the K-State cheerleaders this year. 49 News Manhattan Reporter Annette Lawless explains. Watch video.

Study: Media disliked by military spouses

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

Find out who conducted the study. Read story.

Manhattan airport soars in sales

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

Though most of the airline industry is in a slump, some smaller airports like in Manhattan are experiencing growth. 49 News Manhattan Reporter Annette Lawless explains why the Little Apple is soaring ahead of the national trend. Watch video.

Transition team soldier killed in Afghanistan

Tuesday, July 1, 2008

The war in Afghanistan has claimed another American military member. Sgt. 1st Class Matthew L. Hilton of Michigan died June 26. Find out what he was doing when he was killed. Read story.

Bad weather doesn't stop Stampede

Friday, June 27, 2008

Bad weather has folks near Manhattan on alert. Thousands of people got soaked in storms that washed out Country Stampede. Today, music fans focused on the mud, but 49 News reporter Jessica Drew showed us what county leaders are doing to prepare for more storms. Watch video.

With war-spending plan comes new facilities at Fort Riley

Friday, June 27, 2008

The president still needs to sign the bill. If he does, find out how much money Fort Riley should receive and what type of facilities the money would go to. Read story.

HyVee moving into Manhattan

Thursday, June 26, 2008

Find out where the store will be located and how many jobs it will generate. Read story.

Damage to Wind Erosion Lab at K-State less than initially thought

Thursday, June 26, 2008

At Kansas State University, repairs are underway in several of the buildings damaged by the June 11 tornado, including a facility that weathered the storm better than originally reported. Take a look at what's left of the Wind Erosion Lab and learn what part of the facility was blown away. Watch video.

K-State warns of email scam

Wednesday, June 25, 2008

What scammers were after and what university officials say they can do to protect themselves. Plus, the full text of the warning email sent to KSU accounts. Read story.

Soldier killed in motorcycle accident

Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Find out the circumstances behind the accident. Read story.

Damage costing homeowners with insurance thousands

Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Tonight, you may be looking at the fine print of your insurance policy after you see what we found in tornado-damaged Manhattan. 49 News Reporter Jessica Drew explains why one homeowner with insurance, is now paying thousands of dollars to clean up after the storm. Watch video.

Fort Riley soldier dies in Afghanistan

Tuesday, June 24, 2008

A Maryland soldier assigned to the 1st Infantry Division has been killed in Afghanistan. Learn what lead to his death. Read story.

Kansas State offering Arabic courses

Monday, June 23, 2008

Find out who are the target students and who will be the instructors. Read story.