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Ben's People: Volunteer winners, Pt. 1

In this week's Ben's People, we begin a series of profiles of the winners at this year's Volunteer Awards Luncheon. Volunteers were honored in 13 different categories, from individuals of all ages to civic groups and corporations. Here's a look at three of this year's winners.

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49 Storm Team Forecast: Lower humidity has settled in

Mostly clear and comfortable weather tonight and into the next couple days.

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Fireworks sales doing well in this economy

Last night the sky was lit up with fireworks.

49 Storm Team Forecast: Lower humidity making warm weather very pleasant

Although temperatures are still warm, the lower humidity is making a tremendous difference in your Sunday weather.

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Topeka wins second straight over Joplin

Joel Ricketts fired a two-hitter to lead the Giants to their second straight win over the Outlaws.

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Baby zebra born at Zoo

The Topeka Zoo welcomed a new baby Zebra.

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Royals salvage final game with Buccos

The Royals three game skid is history.

State agencies asked to spend wisely in 2010

The state's 2010 fiscal year begins on Wednesday and state agencies are being advised to use their dollars wisely.

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Clay Center officers back at work after fatally shooting man

Investigation concludes justifiable force

Two Clay Center law enforcement officers will not face charges after fatally shooting a man who showed a plastic gun.

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Golden Giants defeat Joplin

The Golden Giants are back on track with a 2-run win.

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Royals drop second straight to Bucs

Kansas City led 2-0, but gave up 6 unanswered runs.