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Osage City residents choose community despite commute

49 News reporter Syed Shabbir spent a few days in Osage County getting to know the communities, the workforce and the various things the county has to offer. Although it may be small in population, the county is booming with personality.

Saturday’s Tonganoxie St. Patrick’s Day Parade will have a touch of pink

Most of Tonganoxie will be going green for Saturday’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Leprechaun Games.

Holiday season hotel stays benefited local charity

Staying in Topeka over the holidays helped out one local charity.

Dancing with horses

The Lipizzaner Stallions put on one of their world famous shows Sunday afternoon at the Kansas Expocentre.

Washburn University holds 'Run for Haiti'

More than 50 Topekans laced up their shoes for a 5K run that raised money for Haiti.

Crime is decreasing in Topeka

Crime is down double digits in Topeka ever since citizens got involved trying to make Topeka the safest capital city. 49 News Community Reporter Jessica Drew explains how far the crime rate has dropped, and how a football analogy is pushing the goal forward.

Students celebrate Dr. Seuss with wacky hair

The world of Dr. Seuss came to life with "Whoville Hair Day" at Topeka Collegiate.

Westar prepares for severe weather

Severe weather season is just around the corner and we're working to keep you prepared. We also wanted to know how Westar is working to prepare for bad weather. 49 News Community Reporter Jessica Drew tells us what Westar does before the storm, and why they sometimes don't restore power as fast as you'd like.

Two men recognized as Champions of Character

Two people were honored for being a champion of character.

Junior Achievement honors 4 in Topeka

Junior Achievement of Kansas held its Topeka Business Hall of Fame Tribute Dinner this evening in Topeka.

49 News Anchor reads in honor of Dr. Seuss' birthday

49 News Anchor Marshanna Hester read to 3rd graders at Avondale East Elementary Tuesday.

Postal Service considers dropping Saturday service

The United States Postal Service is looking at stopping its Saturday delivery service with hopes of cutting down its multi-billion dollar debt.

Let's Help in need of clothing donations

At a time when people need help the most resources are running low. 49 News Community Reporter Jessica Drew explains what needs aren't being met at Let's Help, and how you can lend a hand and get a tax break at the same time.

Westar gearing up for a new program

Westar is gearing up and encouraging its employees to take part in a new energy-saving program.

City of Topeka gets national recognition

The city of Topeka is recognized for its work with Energy Star efficient homes.

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