Chinese in Columbia prepare for lunar new year celebrations

Sunday, January 25, 2009 | 8:09 p.m. CST; updated 8:24 p.m. CST, Sunday, January 25, 2009

COLUMBIA - The Hong Kong Market on I-70 Drive Southeast was abuzz Saturday as many of its patrons shopped for last-minute food items and party favors in preparation for one of China's biggest holidays - the Lunar New Year, which begins Monday.

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