Annette Lawless

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What I learned No. 2: You matter

Posted by Annette Lawless in Blog

While having a one-on-one with one of the most respected journalists in the country, Al Tompkins of the Poynter Institute, I quickly learned I should not give up the fight.

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What I learned No. 3 & 4: Set your goals, needs

Posted by Annette Lawless in Blog

While talking with a news director, he asked me where I would like to work. My response? “Wherever the job is…” He suggested I be more specific.

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Apr

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Street stink in Manhattan

Posted by Annette Lawless in TV Reports

There’s a big stink in the Little Apple. A month’s worth of trash is piling in neighborhoods. You heard this story first on 49 News. Reporter Annette Lawless explains why people are talking trash and why the city can’t help.

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Apr

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Surviving tornado a team-building experience

Posted by Annette Lawless in TV Reports

Reporter Annette Lawless brings us another KTKA exclusive: a woman was among 250 students relocated from school & home. Find out the one special thing she clinged to during the storm.

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Apr

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Employers pay price as K-State fans take risks, bet on NCAA tournament

Posted by Annette Lawless in TV Reports

K-State makes its first return to the NCAA tournament in nearly 20 years, leading many to bet on their favorite team’s return to the big game. 49 News Reporter Annette Lawless explains as they place their bets, employers are ultimately the people who pay the price.

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Apr

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Kansas memorial commemorates fallen officers, retirees

Posted by Annette Lawless in TV Reports

49 News Reporter Annette Lawless documents a memorial ceremony recognizes fallen police officers in Riley County, Kan. Department dedicates wall for retired workers.

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Apr

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Repair shops overwhelmed with calls after storm

Posted by Annette Lawless in TV Reports

A severe hailstorm cost the Manhattan community millions in damages, but as 49 News Reporter Annette Lawless explains, it can be a good thing for some local businesses.

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Apr

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Listen up, Parents! Wonder why your child won’t listen? It may be HOW you talk to them

Posted by Annette Lawless in TV Reports

Ever wonder why your child won’t listen? Even to the simplest command? We know talking to your child can be frustrating, especially when it seems they don’t want to listen…

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Apr

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‘We’re not trailer trash:’ Kansas town’s rezoning plans could put hundreds out of homes

Posted by Annette Lawless in TV Reports

A Junction City vote could put nearly 300 residents out of their homes, including many low-income families. 49 News Reporter Annette Lawless talks to residents after talks of the plan.

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Apr

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Kansas trash company behind on pickups, residents face potential fines

Posted by Annette Lawless in TV Reports

Arrow Trash Service was weeks behind on garbage pickups, and Manhattan city officials are giving residents notice of the mess left behind–but who’s truly to blame? Can they charge the company? 49 News reporter Annette Lawless investigates.