KCK native Maurice Greene passes this week's "Dancing With the Stars" test

Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2008

The Olympic gold medalist survived the cut. Who else is in the the small group of competitors left on ABC's "Dancing With the Stars." Watch video.

Kelley Hunt defies odds with successful rhythm and blues career

Monday, Oct. 6, 2008

She was born in Emporia, now lives in Lawrence, and is one of Gov. Kathleen Sebelius' favorite performers. And, as 49 News Cathy Hamilton reports, her odds-beating career has taken her all over the world. Watch video.

Topeka Festival Singers look forward to milestone season

Thursday, Oct. 2, 2008

In this edition of Good Morning Kansas Breakfast Chat, 49 News Anchor Gena Terlizzi speaks with the music director for the Topeka Festival Singers. Find out how the group will kick-off its season and its 25th year in the Capital City. Watch video.

Kansas landscape paintings to be sold Friday; proceeds benefit budding artists

Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2008

49 News Anchor Gena Terlizzi speaks with Marie Plinsky, with the Topeka Art Guild. Learn how you can support children's art workshops and bring a piece of Kansas home. Watch video.

Topekans help bring history to life with community mural

Sunday, Sept. 28, 2008

Topekans gathered Sunday to celebrate the doubling in size of the Great Mural Wall. 49 News Anchor Ben Bauman tells us how the project continues bringing the community together. Watch video.

Art Fair to revive Aaron Douglas' memory, influence Saturday

Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008

In this edition of Good Morning Kansas' Breakfast Chat, 49 News Anchor Gena Terlizzi speaks to Stephanie Lanter and Karen Hiller about the Aaron Douglas Art Fair scheduled for this weekend in Topeka. Watch video.

American Idol finalist David Archuleta gets corn-y tribute

Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008

One Utah farm is going out of their way to show their support for American Idol finalist, David Archuleta. What the farmers did, and why the state is so excited. Watch video.

Maybe not 76 trombones, but marching bands still provide good times

Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008

Three of the area's finest marching bands were stepping down the field this evening. 49 Photojournalist Bill Edwards brings us the sights and sounds of one of them at the 5th Annual Centennial League Marching Band Exhibition. Watch video.

Change of venue for festival grounds for debate

Monday, Sept. 22, 2008

Thousands celebrated a week of bluegrass, on new ground. Heavy rains forced the Walnut Valley Festival campgrounds to move to Winfield Lake. But, as Alana Rocha found out, campers didn't mind. In fact, many want it moved there permanently. Watch video.

A weekend for music lovers

Friday, Sept. 19, 2008

Every third weekend of September, a small town in Kansas erupts with music. The Walnut Valley Festival kicked off in Winfield this week, gathering fans from all over the country to enjoy bluegrass and folk music. But there's one musician at the festival who uses a different kind of instrument, real animal bones. Find out more about Barry "Bones" Patton. Watch video.

Artist recreates Mona Lisa out of office supplies

Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008

An online contest inspired an Iowa man to get creative with office supplies. Some would even say he's created a masterpiece. How he modernized the most famous painting in the world. Watch video.

Drama to bring Kaw Nation's plight to life in Council Grove

Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008

49 News Anchor Gena Terlizzi speaks with local author Ron Parks. He talks about members of the Kanza tribe will be sharing their culture and why it might not be for the faint of heart. Watch video.

Artist gets her kicks from playing with sticks, of butter

Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2008

You probably grew up hearing your parents say, "don't play with your food," but one woman has a made living out of playing with hers. Now, she's one of the biggest attractions at the Kansas State Fair. Watch video.

Curtain falls for good on "Rent"

Rock opera credited with transforming Broadway

Monday, Sept. 8, 2008

On Broadway, the curtain fell for good on "Rent." After 5,140 performances, "Rent" left a remarkable legacy. ABC's Gigi Stone shows us how the rock opera about drug abuse, homeless and AIDS changed Broadway. Watch video.

Hot air balloons all a glow at Lake Shawnee

Friday, Sept. 5, 2008

The Annual Huff 'n Puff event is filling the air at Lake Shawnee with beautiful colors. Watch video.