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Falestine Afani Ruzik is the web editor and a multimedia journalist for 49 News.
Falestine (her friends call her Fally) is a Kansas native, but her 11 years in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia have given her unique insights into international relations.
A 2003 graduate from the University of Kansas with a Bachelor of Science degree in Journalism, Falestine got her first broadcasting ‘gig’ as a radio disc jockey when she was 17. Since coming to KTKA, she has become the web editor and enjoys promoting the station through a number of social media sites.
Falestine also writes a blog for KTKA.com called I heart local music.
In her spare time, Falestine rides her scooter, works as a DJ, plays any instrument she can get her hands on and listens to electronic music with her husband, Joe.
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Topeka businesses sold alcohol to minors
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For just one day, the City of Topeka will offer residents the chance to dispose of their yard materials for free.
13 apply to fill Kansas Supreme Court Vacancy
Thirteen people have applied to fill a vacancy on the Kansas Supreme Court.
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Topeka police are giving an "all clear" after they investigated an unknown object in a parking lot near Landon Middle School.
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Topeka police need your help finding a stolen black 2008 Volkswagon Jetta with tinted windows and two child seats.
State warns about Blue-Green Algae in Kansas waters
The state health department wants to warn residents about high levels of blue-green algae.
Public's help needed to find stolen German Shepherd
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Water main break disrupts traffic in Topeka
Crews are working on an 8" water main break at SW 17th and Belle in Topeka.
Topeka children treated to free backpacks
Hundreds of brightly colored backpacks were delivered to Lowman Elementary School Wednesday morning.
Missing man in Riley County located
A man who was reported missing in Riley County has been located.
KU rally rained out September 2, 2010
Labor group hosts 25th annual Fall Labor Kick-off September 2, 2010
Despite lack of funds, Shawnee Co. drafting new Willard Bridge plans September 2, 2010
Westlawn Memorial Gardens finding new management September 2, 2010
Manhattan Indians ready for season September 2, 2010
