Clint Eastwood as cult icon in Pickett commentary
Calder Pickett recalls teaching moments and his evolving view of Clint Eastwood from Dirty Harry to celebrated director. He compares Eastwood to John Wayne, notes political offsets, film choices, and Eastwood's Carmel mayoralty with a wry, personal tone. The piece ends with a note on upcoming Variety column.
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Lenoir Ekdahl honored with KU Dining Commons name
After 35 years as director of food services at Kansas University's residence halls, Lenoir D. Ekdahl retires in 1989 and is honored with a new dining facility named for her. The 30,000 square foot dining commons will serve about 5,000 meals daily and seat 700, with expanded hours and events. Ekdahl helped grow KU’s dining to eight units serving 4,500 students, managing a $4 million budget and 490 staff including 90 full-time and 400 students. She reflects on changes in nutrition awareness and shares memories from campus dining.
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Debbie Reynolds hotel gets six month slots license
Nevada Gaming Commission grants temporary six month slots only license for Debbie Reynolds Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas after Gaming Control Board recommendation. Backer Billy Walters faced questions due to past indictments. Reynolds and Hamlett must file separate licenses by next month.
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