SMC Heads-Up: food labelling, fracking, neutrino no-show
Posted on May 22, 2012 in Adidas basketball shoes
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Last Day of Nike Reuse-a-Shoe Drive
Posted on May 22, 2012 in Michael jordan shoes
The Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is hosting its annual Nike Reuse-a-Shoe Drive, one of Nike's longest-running environmental and community programs, where worn-out athletic shoes are collected, processed, and recycled into material for sports surfaces like basketball courts, tennis courts, athletic fields, running tracks, and more. May 18 is the last day to donate your worn-out athletic ...
TV critic's picks: Saturday 5/12
Posted on May 22, 2012 in Bakers shoes
Genie Francis and Ted McGinley reunite for “Notes From the Heart Healer.” Two days before her hubby Howard makes his prime-time bow on "America's Got Talent," Beth Stern makes a debut of her own as host of "Mom Caves" (7:30 p.m. Sat., HGTV). If you've ever dreamed of a place where you can be alone with your shoes, this could be the show for you.
Got Shoes?
Posted on May 22, 2012 in Tennis shoes
Winton Woods Primary North School is collecting used tennis shoes/sneakers for the Nike Reuse-A-Shoe Program. Any brand or condition of tennis shoes will be accepted.
Eugene: For runners, this is Mecca
Posted on May 22, 2012 in Nike running shoes
Tourists not up for a trip to London can find Olympic action at three West Coast sites: Trials for track and field will take place in Eugene, Ore., the nation's running Mecca and self-described 'Track Town USA.' The diving competition will be in Federal Way, Wash. And our own San Jose will host the gymnastics trials.
Mirra, Lasek, Isachsen sign with Puma for GRC
Posted on May 21, 2012 in Payless shoes stores
BMX legend Dave Mirra, as well as top skateboard vert competitor Bucky Lasek and reigning European Rallycross champion Sverre Isachsen have joined forces with sports lifestyle brand Puma for a new endorsement deal just prior to the start of the 2012 Global Rallycross Championship, which begins May 26 in Charlotte, N.C. "Puma and Subaru's strong histories in motorsport and the brands' collective ...
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Exhibit shines spotlight on Schiaparelli, Prada
Posted on May 20, 2012 in Nike air max shoes
NEW YORK (Reuters) - They are both women, Italian and innovative fashion designers but Elsa Schiaparelli and Miuccia Prada worked in different eras and had distinctive views and approaches to their...
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9 Qualities of Amazing Entrepreneurs
Posted on May 20, 2012 in Ecco golf shoes
What separates the best from everyone else? (Hint: It's not about the money.) Good entrepreneurs make money. Great entrepreneurs make serious money. But remarkable entrepreneurs do more than make money. They are the few who possess qualities that don't appear on balance sheets but do make a significant impact on the lives of their employees, industries, and communities. Here are nine qualities ...
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School-shoe chemical leaves a nasty footprint
Posted on May 20, 2012 in Leather shoes
A toxic chemical banned in Europe has been discovered in Australian children's school shoes.
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Afghan course home to 'extreme golf'
Posted on May 20, 2012 in Rockport men shoes
Welcome to the most extreme golf in the world, says the European Union ambassador to Afghanistan.
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UO Students Recycle Old Shoes
Posted on May 20, 2012 in Running shoes
By Jessica Debbas EUGENE, Ore. -- A group of University of Oregon graduate students are putting old shoes to new use, and they are asking for your help. You can drop off your worn-out shoes into a box with the white "O" on it on campus. The students are working with Nike's Re-use a Shoe program. It recycles old running shoes into new sport facility surfaces. Shoes that are still okay to wear ...
FIDM Museum Blog: Fred Astaire's dancing shoes
Posted on May 19, 2012 in Brand name shoes
Tap Shoes Worn by Fred Astaire, c. 1930s Suede, leather & metal taps Department of Recreation and Parks, City of Los Angeles/FIDM Museum L88.1.125AB By the time he first appeared in a Hollywood film in 1933, Fred ...
New Balance MR00 Minimus Running Shoe | GumptionGear
Posted on May 18, 2012 in New balance running shoes
With a heritage of design and innovation spanning over 100 years, New Balance continues to establish itself as a prime player in the minimalist running market, crafting an extensive lineup of shoes for both the road and ...
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The Official Website of Michael Huff - Red Sole Shoes stiletto heels ...
Posted on May 18, 2012 in Converse shoes
Christian Louboutin is usually a European shoe artist who promoted his brand of luxury women's shoes during early 90s. He created utilizing his trademark for shiny, redlacquered soles towards his designs in subsequent year ...
Five Questions for May 16, 2012: Dee Jones
Posted on May 18, 2012 in Dsw shoes
Dee Jones of Troy is assistant manager of Family Footwear at 740 Hoosick Road. A native of Troy and an entrepreneur, she has been on the job for 2 ½ years and has a sales background spanning a couple of decades. Jones studied fashion in college and owned and operated a business before assuming her current role at Family Footwear, a high-end footwear store founded by Laura and Ken Feathers who co ...
French shoe e-retailer Spartoo.com laces up rapid growth
Posted on May 18, 2012 in Shoes
The shoe retailer says its sales will increase 30-40% this year. Inspired by online shoe and apparel retailer Zappos.com, young French entrepreneur Boris Saragaglia launched his own e-commerce site called Spartoo.com in 2006.
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Pantofola D'oro Iconic, Italian Sport-inspired Luxury Sneakers Available In The US For The First Time In 125 Years
Posted on May 17, 2012 in Bowling shoes
SAN DIEGO, May 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Let the European invasion begin. Pantofola d'Oro (translated: Golden Slipper) is a name that any European sports enthusiast knows. It is the brand that has served ...
These British-made brogues were made for walking
Posted on May 17, 2012 in Shoes.com
NORTHAMPTON (Reuters) - The small wooden door of Tricker's shoe factory unexpectedly leads to a smartly polished showroom, its dark wooden shelves home to some of the world's finest handmade shoes, as a collection of workers visible through clear glass windows go about their daily tasks. Rows of shiny leather shoes are lined up, toe first, ready for visitors to inspect and possibly purchase ...
Asheville outfitters can equip families with everything they need to be active outdoors
Posted on May 17, 2012 in Merrell shoes
Diamond Brand’s Sarah Merrell suggests families take a day pack and hydration pack on their adventures. The Camelbak Scout hydration pack is shown in blue, and the Deuter Junior Pack is seen, at right, in red. Carleigh White models with the packs and other gear available at the Arden store.
Five Questions for May 16, 2012: Dee Jones
Posted on May 16, 2012 in Dsw shoes
Dee Jones of Troy is assistant manager of Family Footwear at 740 Hoosick Road. A native of Troy and an entrepreneur, she has been on the job for 2 ½ years and has a sales background spanning a couple of decades. Jones studied fashion in college and owned and operated a business before assuming her current role at Family Footwear, a high-end footwear store founded by Laura and Ken Feathers who co ...