Japan Sister City Shocked by Disaster Updates From Hiratsuka
A Hiratsuka Japan representative reports minor damage but ongoing food and power shortages after the earthquakes and tsunamis. Emergency aid continues as Hiratsuka sends workers and supplies to harder hit areas. Lawrence officials urge residents to help Japan.
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Relief aid options for Japan from Lawrence agencies
Lawrence lists several relief partners for Japan including the Mid-America Chapter of the American Translators Association, AmeriCares disaster relief, GlobalGiving with International Medical Corps, and the American Red Cross offering a $10 text donation to RED CROSS to 90999.
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Etiquette Dinner Teaches KU Students Professional Manners
Erin Wolfram notes tips as Kansas University hosts a semiannual etiquette dinner at Adams Alumni Center. Local business leaders join students to learn proper dining, body language, and professional conduct, including passing items and wiping mouths before drinking.
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Overland Park
Bike shops gear up for higher sales
As spring warms and gas climbs, more people swap four wheels for two. Cycle Works in Lawrence saw record monthly sales in 2008 as gas neared 4 dollars, up about 45 percent. A bike purchase requires choosing the right model and gear, with helmets costing 25 to 35 dollars per Re-Cyclery manager Matt Farnsworth.
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Boomeroos Turn Dogs Into Wildcats and Jayhawks
Barbara McPherson, a retired elementary principal, runs Boomeroos from Shawnee creating custom doggie jackets in KU, K-State, ISU, and MU colors plus neutral paw prints. She expanded to Baby Boomeroos with monogramming for blankets, sleep sacks, and car seat covers.
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