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Matt is the chief photographer for 49 News and hopes to lead the photographer staff to recognition as one of the best for small-market television stations in the country.
He brings a lot of experience to his position – from covering snow storms in Fargo, North Dakota, to hurricanes in Fort Myers, Florida – and feels honored to be able to look for and report equally challenging stories in Kansas alongside other dedicated and talented staff.
Matt graduated from Moorhead State, located in Moorhead, Minnesota, in 2002, with a bachelor’s degree in mass communications, and is now working on his Masters degree from Washburn University.
Spending time with his wife and daughter is what he loves most, but he also finds time to play the banjo. And now that he and his wife are back in the Midwest they hope to have more visits with their families in Minnesota.
Recent Stories
Auburn 5th grader typing at 120 wpm
One Auburn Elementary student has a talent that would make some adults jealous. 49 Chief Photographer Matt Lucht went to Auburn to witness this gifted student in action.
High demand shown for Topeka dual language classrooms
A new program has started at two Topeka schools to introduce a second language to very young children.
Thoughts from soldiers about to deployment
Kansas National Guard soldiers are anxious to serve their country.
Range of emotions on display as students head back to school
Wednesday was the 1st day of school for many students in Topeka
Wednesday was the first day of school for many students in Topeka.
College students get very young students pumped up about reading
Students at one Topeka school got some special visitors today. 49 Photojournalist Matt Lucht shows us why athletes from universities in Kansas are helping students at McCarter Elementary get pumped about reading.
For riders and horses, it's a pretty big deal
It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for some Fort Riley soldiers. A group of soldiers is getting ready to take part in the inaugural parade. 49 Chief Photojournalist Matt Lucht found out what it takes to get ready to ride in style and why they're practicing today in Topeka.
A passion for sewing keeps ladies meeting each month
Once a month,a group of women gather here in Topeka for some extreme sewing. But this isn't your grandmother's arts and crafts hour. 49 Chief Photojournalist Matt Lucht found out what makes it power sewing and what keeps the women coming back for more.
A day in the life of one Topeka mailman
49 Photojournalist follows along with Topeka postman Tim Geary on his route during one of the busiest delivery times of the year. Learn why Tim likes his job.
How to carve your Thanksgiving turkey
We can't all be Martha Stewart, but when it comes to a big dinner like Thanksgiving, presentation is important. Get some handy tips on how to properly carve your holiday turkey. Feel free to replay this video if you find it necessary!
Join the Marines and make somebody happy
Students from a local middle school joined the Marines today. It's not a permanent enlistment, but a school project that will help make Christmas a little merrier for other kids.
Neighbors say Denison boy was accidentally shot and killed by his friend March 20, 2010
Snowy weather making travel dangerous March 19, 2010
Two days after rally, republican lawmakers present budget with more education cuts March 19, 2010
County says road complaints are up in Auburn Twp. March 19, 2010
Riley Co. launches new Web site March 19, 2010
