Only in America: A post-hurricane bronzing

A New Jersey tanning salon gives away free spray tans to victims of Hurricane Sandy — and more in our collection of strange revelations about the nation

A post-hurricane bronzing
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A New Jersey tanning salon is giving away free spray tans to victims of Hurricane Sandy. Melissa Kinsman, 31, owner of the East Coast Glo salon, admits that a free spray tan won't help rebuild homes of people devastated by the storm, but it "could make them feel a little better." Dozens have accepted her offer. "Everyone has something to give," said Kinsman.

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