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…
Manhattan economy rebounds, despite students gone for summer
Although many students are gone for summer, retailers aren't all feeling a pinch. 49 News Reporter Annette Lawless explains how…
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…
Surviving tornado a team-building experience
Reporter Annette Lawless brings us another KTKA exclusive: a woman was among 250 students relocated from school & home. Find…
Employers pay price as K-State fans take risks, bet on NCAA tournament
K-State makes its first return to the NCAA tournament in nearly 20 years, leading many to bet on their favorite…
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…
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…