Old gas pumps not engineered for $4 fuel prices
With a shaky economy, mom-and-pop businesses are sinking. But one Milford convenient store is facing a setback due to its…
‘Sex’ and the Little Apple: Popular HBO film makes splash in Manhattan
For four years, fans have waited for the big-screen debut of Sex and the City: The Movie. The film hit…
What I learned No. 1: Love what you do
I’ve been lucky enough to experience many facets of this business. Read more on the top lesson I learned at…
What I learned No. 2: You matter
While having a one-on-one with one of the most respected journalists in the country, Al Tompkins of the Poynter Institute,…
What I learned No. 3 & 4: Set your goals, needs
While talking with a news director, he asked me where I would like to work. My response? “Wherever the job…
Kansas memorial commemorates fallen officers, retirees
49 News Reporter Annette Lawless documents a memorial ceremony recognizes fallen police officers in Riley County, Kan. Department dedicates wall…
Repair shops overwhelmed with calls after storm
A severe hailstorm cost the Manhattan community millions in damages, but as 49 News Reporter Annette Lawless explains, it can…
Kansas trash company behind on pickups, residents face potential fines
Arrow Trash Service was weeks behind on garbage pickups, and Manhattan city officials are giving residents notice of the mess…
LIVE: K-State’s innovation snags rank as top-30 military program
LIVE from the Manhattan Bureau, Annette Lawless explains why K-State was named a top 30 college in a military magazine.
K-State student dies after balcony fall on campus
49 News was on the scene hours after a K-State student died at the universitys on-campus Jardine Apartment Complex. This…
What I learned No. 5: What employers want
Employers want something very specific. They know what they want. And often, they stick to a formula. I hope that…
What I learned No. 6 & 7: Think you’re skilled…?
I attended this speed-dating-like seminar where I got to talk to a ton of news directors. Their advice quickly made…
What I learned No. 8: I’m not alone.
Unfortunately, this business will never retain the financial strength it once had—at least not if it’s operated the same way.
What I learned No. 10 & 9: The competition
The RTDNA convention was filled with the unknown, more specifically...
What happens in Vegas shouldn’t stay there
So after months of anticipation, I finally made the journey to the RTDNA at NAB journalism convention. It’s one of…
Lawless named up-and-coming news talent
When an EF4 tornado struck Manhattan, Kansas, in June, Annette Lawless grabbed her camera and started filming.