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An Odessa woman reported someone shot at her house, causing a total of $700 in damage to a living room window, blinds and a Christmas tree at 4:16 a.m. Tuesday in the 400 block of East 44th Street. FORGERY. (Odessa American, TX)
Christmas trees to be recycled on January 10. Jan 1, 2009
Christmas trees to be recycled on January 10. The City of Elgin Parks and Recreation will be hosting a Christmas Tree Recycling program again this year ... Christmas trees can be brought to Veterans Memorial Park on Saturday, January 10 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Make sure to have all decorations removed before bringing the tree to be recycled. (Elgin Courier, TX)
Christmas tree recycling at CHS Jan 1, 2009
The Calhoun High School Environmental Club will hold a Christmas Tree Recycling Drive in the CHS parking lot from 1 to 4 p.m., on Friday, Jan. 2. Library closed. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
As calendar turns a page, we look for new omens Jan 1, 2009
It seemed as if over night perfectly sane people were scanning the skies for intergalactic vessels decked out in Christmas tree lights. My sister would stand at the long wall of windows in our living room and stare out over the fields and trees that rimmed our house. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
A peek under the Christmas Tree 2008 Dec 31, 2008
Updated: Tuesday, December 30, 2008 12:31 AM CST FONT SIZE. By Rhonda Lokeman - Columnist (1 comment(s)). (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Police investigate robbery of St. Catharines bank Dec 31, 2008
Christmas tree pickup set for Jan. 10. Residents wanting to leave their Christmas trees at the curb will have one day to do it next month. (St. Catharines Standard)
Val Diamond rolls with 'Beach Blanket' changes Dec 31, 2008
" Diamond, 57, is sitting in the living room of the cozy Sonoma home she shares with her husband of 21 years, "Beach Blanket" trumpet player Steve Salgo (himself the veteran of 9,000 performances). The furniture is plush but not showy. A Christmas tree dominates one corner, and throughout the house are pieces, some whimsical, some classic, that Diamond inherited after her parents died: ceramic angels, a chandelier. Diamond and Salgo moved here 15 years ago and commute five or six days per week,... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Ebenezer Lutheran Women annual Christmas Luncheon Dec 31, 2008
The church was decorated with a lit Christmas tree with red birds and words of peace. This was surrounded by a nativity scene and a dozen chrysanthemum plants. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
CP, Leander to continue tree recycling programs Dec 31, 2008
When the needles on your Christmas tree have started to turn brown there is still a way to think green: donate it to the cities of Cedar Park and Leander ... Donated Christmas trees received will be ground into mulch. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Class sews gifts from the heart Dec 31, 2008
So far, almost 100 purses and bags have been created by Bakke's students, and some of them are going to end up under the Christmas tree this year as gifts for loved ones. It's been wonderful to watch the kids really get into the fact that making something for someone is much, much better than buying something, Bakke said. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Santa's helpers make deliveries Dec 31, 2008
A Christmas tree at Gemar's Market was decorated with colored tags with messages for gift ideas for children in the community. Each numbered card contained information as to whether the recipient is male or female, their age and possible gift ideas. (Tyndall Tribune & Register, SD)
Tree expert says don't let your Christmas tree get thirsty Dec 31, 2008
Tree expert says don't let your Christmas tree get thirsty ... John Ball, professor of forestry at SDSU, explains how to care for Christmas trees ... There is one Christmas tradition that can be found in most households across America the Christmas tree. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
Letters to the Editor-4 Dec 31, 2008
To the best of my knowledge, the nativity scene is a strictly religious symbol of Christianity (unlike the Christmas tree, which is not religious). Placing the nativity scene on the grounds of Gateway College, which is a public educational institution that is, supported by taxpayer dollars was indeed a violation of the separation of church and state. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
One Day Left to Win Free Day at Spa! Dec 31, 2008
Has your cat ever knocked over your Christmas tree and broken all the bulbs. Have you ever burnt all of your beautifully decorated sugar cookies because you got on the phone with your best friend and forgot they were in the oven. (W-USA News, DC)
Christmas trees are more than just decoration Dec 30, 2008
With the 25th of December quickly approaching, I thought I would give some facts on Christmas tree industry. The Christmas tree has been sold commercially in the United States since about 1850 ... In the United States, there are approximately half a billon real Christmas trees grown on farms in all 50 states. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Here's what to do with that Christmas tree Dec 30, 2008
A special curbside recycling collection of Christmas trees will take place during the week of Jan. 5-9, 2009, on your regular collection day ... Residents will also have the option of dropping off their Christmas tree before or after that week (weather permitting) in the brush pile area at the Hartwell Avenue Compost Facility. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Local artist’s work featured in White House (341) Dec 30, 2008
Every year Laura Bush selects a theme for the White House Christmas tree. This year she wanted the tree filled with red, white and blue ornaments and she asked the members of Congress to help. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
A peek under the Christmas Tree 2008 (36) Dec 30, 2008
A peek under the Christmas Tree 2008. By Rhonda Lokeman - Columnist (No comments posted. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
This pastor has a passion for model railroading Dec 30, 2008
While most kids only get to experience model trains running in a circle under the Christmas Tree once a year, Sycamore Methodist s senior pastor the Rev. Bill Landis has a basement full of HO gauge trains that would make most any kid or father envious ... Once they had installed it under the Christmas Tree on a piece of plywood Bill took a liking to model trains as well as big ones. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Christmas-tree recycling under way at several locations Dec 30, 2008 Stimulus: $6 million to make snow -- in Minnesota... Dec 30, 2008 Scandinavian syrup and good engineering Dec 30, 2008 Bargain-Hunting Shoppers Sink Gift Card Sales Dec 30, 2008 Gifts for the kids Dec 30, 2008 Tree expert says don't let your Christmas tree get thirsty (19) Dec 30, 2008 Orlin Brommer: Real warmth in the depths of true cold Dec 30, 2008 Farm market program opens enrollment Dec 30, 2008 Family gives thanks for heart that saved son's life Dec 30, 2008 Holy Trinity Decorates Tree With Chrismons Dec 30, 2008 Christmas tree has all-outdoors theme Dec 30, 2008 Weekly project: Build your own gift this season Dec 30, 2008 Health Center Offers Christmas Tree-cycling in Waianae Dec 30, 2008 Looking Up: It's cold out, but it's worth an extra layer to see the stars Dec 30, 2008 Christmas tree recycling offered Dec 30, 2008 Click here to watch AP Video. 5 ways to get rid of old tree Dec 30, 2008 Humble Smith a perfect fit with Falcons Dec 30, 2008 Rx card clears teen with hash (239) Dec 30, 2008 Who Cares: The gifts that keeps on taking Dec 30, 2008 Mother of Confusion: What's that? Hearing voices … and talking back Dec 30, 2008 Local Industry News & Notes for Sunday, December 28, 2008 Dec 30, 2008 O Christmas Tree: Work In Summer Sun, Winter Snow Dec 30, 2008 Tillery celebrates first day of Kwanzaa Dec 30, 2008 The Search for Hawaiian Life in the Universe Dec 28, 2008 Tree torched on Christmas Eve Dec 27, 2008 CP, Leander to continue tree recycling programs Dec 27, 2008 Dare invites you to train to be a foster parent Dec 27, 2008 Tips to Make Your Home Sparkle for the Holidays Dec 27, 2008 • COLUMN: And under the tree we find.... Dec 27, 2008 The night the lights went out in Bolton Dec 27, 2008 Rochester Sets Up Recycling Centers for Trees Dec 27, 2008 Caregivers get no holiday, though friends, family help Dec 27, 2008 Maybe it was all the angels Dec 27, 2008 Reno non-profit offers Christmas tree recycling Dec 27, 2008 Grinches steal equipment, cash from Light House Church Dec 27, 2008 The Influence Game: Unlikely groups seek job funds Dec 27, 2008 Rossiter: Newsies say the darnedest things Dec 27, 2008 On Your Mind Dec 27, 2008 Tree recycling Dec 27, 2008 Tree expert says don't let your Christmas tree get thirsty Dec 27, 2008 Roses n’ Raspberries (Dec. 19) Dec 27, 2008 Exclusive: 12 Year Old Home Invasion Victim Speaks To CBS 6 Dec 27, 2008 Shoppers pack stores on Dec. 26 Dec 27, 2008 Grinch makes the rounds on Christmas Dec 27, 2008 Future of San Leon's Omega Alpha House uncertain after fire Dec 27, 2008 Sitting In: Twenty tips for a sustainable holiday Dec 27, 2008 Composting those old trees Dec 27, 2008 More than a win Dec 27, 2008 Marotta: Santa is nothing but a big bunny Dec 27, 2008 Christmas trees are more than just decoration Dec 26, 2008 No Mands Land: A perfect tree Dec 26, 2008 So Santa is nothing more than a big bunny? Dec 26, 2008 Your views: Talk of the town Dec 26, 2008 Things to Remember: No Christmas Dec 26, 2008 Christmas Tree Recycling Dec 26, 2008 /R E P E A T -- Reduce, re-use...re-gift!/ Dec 26, 2008 Eatery owner known for giving back Dec 26, 2008 Foreclosure forces family apart Dec 26, 2008 Family of 4 given chance to make it Dec 26, 2008 This pastor has a passion for model railroading Dec 26, 2008 Breakfast was a success Dec 26, 2008 Mulch, wildlife refuge among uses for discarded trees Dec 26, 2008 Take a stroll down Christmas Tree Lane Dec 26, 2008 Miracle? Lifeless Mom Regains Pulse After Twins Born Dec 26, 2008 Rare condition Dec 26, 2008
Gary Kling of the Oro Valley Kiwanis Club heaves a discarded Christmas tree on to a growing pile at Oro Valley's Naranja Town Site ... The city does not collect Christmas trees from curbs and alleys. (Arizona Daily Star)
NB gets two mentions this month in weather calendar Dec 30, 2008
The other two mentions entailed snow hampering the Christmas tree harvest in Nova Scotia and a blizzard and ice storm in Cape Breton ... On Dec. 6, 1992, Christmas tree growers in Nova Scotia, who had waited until closer to Christmas to cut their trees, were concerned about a possible shortage of trees. (Times and Transcript)
Norm Coleman, a Republican, has warned against turning the stimulus plan into a "Christmas tree" for special interests. Democrats say their main criterion is creating jobs to kick-start the stalled economy -- the sooner the better. (The Drudge Report)
And while there is no longer a need for a Christmas tree at his Lanewood Avenue house, as he celebrates the holiday at his daughter's house, he still maintains one tradition that he brought over from his native Norway more than three decades ago: the gingerbread house. Aasrud, who came to Boston via Montreal working as a mechanical engineer for a Norwegian-based crane manufacturer and has been in town since 1968, usually takes three days to construct his house of holiday treats. (Framingham TAB, MA)
The Rockefeller Center in New York City lights up during the annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony. As we welcome 2009 and say goodbye to the year that was, PhotoVote invites you to share your greatest "New Year" memories. (Click2Houston, TX)
Published: Wednesday, December 24, 2008 12:56 PM MST A far-reaching act of benevolence starts with just 30 tags on a Christmas tree. Contractors at Basin Electrics Dry Fork power plant set up a white Christmas tree and decorated it with tags that had the names and ages of 30 children from CASA.. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Tree expert says don't let your Christmas tree get thirsty ... John Ball, professor of forestry at SDSU, explains how to care for Christmas trees ... There is one Christmas tradition that can be found in most households across America the Christmas tree. (Sioux Falls Tri-State Neighbor, SD)
A small decorated Christmas tree waiting for a spring plant-ing sits next to the medicine chest. The farm couple includes soothing music for themselves, their cow in labor, and the. (Winona Daily News, MN)
The program is open to produce farmers, greenhouses, landscape nurseries, Christmas tree farms, vineyards and wineries and meat and cheese markets. Participants in the program are included in a Certified Roadside Farm Market directory. (Louisville Business First, KY)
Xander Dolski grabbed a homemade gingerbread cookie from the Christmas tree, took a bite, then began tearing open presents, his favourite being a plastic workbench that reminds him of the television character Bob the Builder. It is a ritual that unfolds in millions of Canadian homes on Christmas, except this was different. (Globe and Mail)
Putting up a Christmas tree is a personal experience. Each tree is different, with special touches and memories unique to the tree's decorators. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
MOUNT CALVARY This lady's Christmas tree is an outdoorsman's, or in this case, outdoorswoman's, showpiece ... "I've always liked outdoor things and I thought someday I'm going to have a Christmas tree like that." ... A daughter in Colorado is decorating a very large Christmas tree. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Shower curtain hook picture frames make inexpensive photo gifts that can be used as year round or as Christmas tree ornaments, or both ... We decided to paint ours green to simulate a small Christmas tree. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
The Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center will be offering free Christmas tree-cycling on January 10th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on their lower campus parking lot, near the Adult Day Care Center. A+ Tree Service, along with Health Center staff and MA'O Organic Farm, will rally together in an effort to encourage the community to tree-cycle their Christmas tree this year ... Not only is this service convenient, but it also provides an opportunity for residents to jump on the bandwagon and commit... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Celebrating the long, dark and cold nights of winter, we don our scarves and caps -- some fresh from under the Christmas tree -- and head outside under the stars. While most of the sane population this time of year is snug in bed with an extra comforter or finding a good old-fashioned jigsaw puzzle or novel in the warmth of your home, likely a scant few are not missing the winter sky. (Easton Journal, MA)
JUNEAU - Juneau Recycling Center will offer free Christmas tree recycling Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.. Ornaments and tinsel must be removed from trees. (Juneau Empire)
Here are five ways to dispose of your Christmas tree. - Erie's Christmas tree recycling program continues through Jan. 30. (Erie Times-News, PA)
It was like opening a package under the Christmas tree and surprise. First, there was the name. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The youth was arrested Dec. 12, following a complaint that he and a friend were spinning doughnuts in a blue Honda Civic behind the Christmas tree lot on West Spain Street. The lot attendant called police to report the two were spraying gravel on his trees and that they shouted aggressively at him when he complained. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
Blagojevich has offered to put a U.S. Senate seat under the Christmas tree of some generous gift-giver, while Wilkerson has been known to show her appreciation to thoughtful constituents by handing out liquor licenses as though they were thank you cards. Both Blagojevich and Wilkerson have been caught on tape selling or attempting to sell their influence to the highest bidder. (Yarmouth Register, MA)
The other day, when I caught it plucking ornaments off the Christmas tree, it argued with me. "Hey, stop that.". (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
For the past four years, Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa has partnered with The Salvation Army, organizing a Christmas tree decorated with Angel tags in the resort s associate dining room. Each holiday season, associates choose an Angel tag and donate a desired gift for a child or senior citizen. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
National Christmas Tree Association Image ... -- Christmas is over, but for Christmas tree farmers the work is just beginning so next year's boughs can be even brighter ... "The work starts now," said Perry DeWeese, who began the tedious task of cutting down stumps and planting new seedlings Friday at his Sleepy Hollow Christmas Tree Farm, a 7-acre plot in west Georgia. (News4Jax.com, FL)
A huge Christmas tree stood behind the podium at the front of the large meeting room and garlands lined the entrance to the kitchen area ... Christmas is the birthday of Christ, She told the audience, Christmas tree lights are nice, but Jesus is the light of the world. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
COURTESY PHOTO Robin Steis, who owns a condo with her husband, Chris, in Waikiki, could not resist having her picture taken in front of a Christmas tree representing the state of Hawaii at the Pageant of Peace on the Mall in front of the White House in Washington, D.C. Story tools. Share this story. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
A Christmas tree was burned to the ground inside of a NorthPoint apartment complex on Christmas Eve ... It started with a real Christmas tree that was in the corner near the window, he said. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
When the needles on your Christmas tree have started to turn brown there is still a way to think green: donate it to the cities of Cedar Park and Leander ... Donated Christmas trees received will be ground into mulch. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Along with her foster family, she ll decorate a Christmas tree, bake gingerbread cookies and go to family parties. For the first time, she will know for sure that there will be presents with her name on them. (Medford Transcript, MA)
The star atop your Christmas tree shouldn't be the only thing in your home that shines for the holiday. To get your best silverware and jewelry sparkling for holiday get-togethers, make an easy, affordable silver polish with a paste of three parts baking soda to one part water and rub with a cloth. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
By David Bashore Most folks will wake up this morning and head to the Christmas tree, pulling out presents and finding out what surprises await. In the spirit of the season, let's take a look (all in good fun, of course) at what some area sports personalities might be hoping for under their trees this morning. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
The cats, dog and the Christmas tree don t complain, although it seems odd to be pouring little bottles of spring water into a dog s dish. Don t get used to it, I tell him. (Bolton Common, MA)
If you need to dump the Christmas tree to make room for the New Years' Eve dance floor, recycling centers are available ... If you need to dump the Christmas tree to make room for the New Years' Eve dance floor, recycling centers are available. (R News)
Familiar tradition: Bob and Carol Blackwell decorate their Christmas tree at their home in Great Falls, Va. Bob, 66, has Alzheimer's. (USA Today -- News)
A whole treeful cluster on the Christmas tree that shows through the couple's living room window, for the delight of the passersby who tour the streets by the busful and carload to see the neighborhood's magical lighting display each Christmas. This Christmas, four more angels - the Jundts' grandchildren - had some very special gifts prepared for them from their grandmother. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
The organization's annual Christmas tree recycling program starts Friday- December 26 - and runs until January 11. Drop off the tree anytime between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. daily. (KRNV.com, NV)
Fred Sanchez, facilities and project manager shows where the vandals sprayed Cool-Whip on the Christmas tree in the church lobby outside of the sanctuary ... There was also criminal damage done to the church with one of the flat screen TVs that was mounted high on one of the walls being pelted with a garbage can, trash and a vacuum cleaner, when the thieves were unable to remove it, and the Christmas tree was sprayed with either Cool-Whip or coffee creamer. (Peoria Times, AZ)
"President-elect Obama and I are absolutely, absolutely determined that this economic recovery plan will not become a Christmas tree," Vice President-elect Joe Biden said this week. Nevertheless, with Obama saying he wants the measure to finance initiatives that will quickly create millions of jobs and spur the economy, Malone and many other lobbyists are ready with multiple rationales for why their groups should qualify for money. (Yahoo News -- Politics)
Just days after the office Christmas tree was raised to instill a little spirit, there was a heated argument about whether there was enough winter weather to warrant a stand-alone photo ... In an effort to break the ice, an editor called out, "Are you putting away the Christmas tree already?". (Athens Banner-Herald)
Thanks to the city for putting on a great Christmas tree lighting ceremony. It was a great time. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
When you start taking down the Christmas tree this weekend, Keep Odessa Beautiful and the Girl Scouts want you to remember recycling. The Odessa Recycle Time Machine will process this year's used Christmas trees through New Year's Day, and the Permian Basin Girl Scouts chapter is gearing up to help ... Keep Odessa Beautiful Executive Director Patti Reakes-Collins said homeowners could be fined if they leave Christmas trees in city Dumpsters. (Odessa American, TX)
Tree expert says don't let your Christmas tree get thirsty ... John Ball, professor of forestry at SDSU, explains how to care for Christmas trees ... There is one Christmas tradition that can be found in most households across America the Christmas tree. (Great Falls Prairie Star, MT)
The driver, who was accompanied by his wife and two small children, told troopers that he was out to get a Christmas tree and didn t intend to run over the deer; instead, he said, he wanted to give his kids a close-up view of the deer. Sounds like they got that. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Henrico police looking for three men who burst into an Azalea Avenue home Tuesday night, and made off with the presents under the Christmas tree. It happened around 7 o'clock, and police say a 12 year old girl was the only one home. (WTVR.com, VA)
"I bought a $300 Christmas tree for $70." ... "When they saw that there was no Christmas gift larger than the Christmas tree, they knew there was no TV," Hernandez said. (The Palm Beach Post)
At 5 a.m. on Christmas, a homeowner interrupted a pair of thieves who tried to steal a wide-screen TV and some presents from under the Christmas tree in a house on Off Lake Street ... On Christmas Eve, a heartless thief is being blamed for stealing all of the presents from under a Christmas tree in an apartment in Jackson Square. (Weymouth News, MA)
The blaze, believed to have been sparked by a Christmas tree, not only ruined the building, but also a lot of history that went along with it. Ray Leslie took 11 News on a tour of what remained of the Omega Alpha House Friday. (KHOU.com, TX)
If you decorate with a tree, buy a locally grown Christmas tree and remember to recycle it after the holidays are over. 15. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Like benevolent Grinches, the Department of Public Works will haul away your Christmas tree this year but they ll wait until you re done using it. Starting Dec. 29, DPW workers will collect unwrapped trees placed on curbsides for composting. (Newton Tab, MA)
That Las Vegas Bowl victory is the star atop the University of Arizona Christmas tree this year. As a general rule, a win in sports -- by itself -- is like a handful of smoke. (Arizona Sports -- Rivals.com)
My 4-year-old grandson betrayed some serious doubt last week as he and I lay on our tummies in front of his parents Christmas tree, which is actually more of a houseplant, sporting half-a-dozen homemade ornaments. With the theatrically somber look a preschooler will assume when mimicking us tall people, he told me flat out that there was no Santa. (Somerville Journal, MA)
With the 25th of December quickly approaching, I thought I would give some facts on Christmas tree industry. The Christmas tree has been sold commercially in the United States since about 1850 ... In the United States, there are approximately half a billon real Christmas trees grown on farms in all 50 states. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
I m not a Christmas tree snob ... Has there been building in the cave of my brain all year ever since we took the last one down, another perfect, platonic Christmas tree ... Is it the ghost of Christmas trees past. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
My 4-year-old grandson betrayed some serious doubt last week as he and I lay on our tummies in front of his parents Christmas tree, which is actually more of a houseplant, sporting half a dozen home-made ornaments. With the theatrically somber look a pre-schooler will assume when mimicking us tall people, he told me flat out that there was no Santa. (Woburn Advocate, MA)
FLORIDA TODAYs Dec. 14 Associated Press article, Star and Crescent joins Christmas tree, menorah, should be a warning to all practicing Jews and Muslims. The holiness of your religious celebrations will soon be absorbed by the hyper materialism of most of the population of the Western nations. (Florida Today)
Perhaps the firs decorated Christmas tree in Massachusetts was that of the German-born Rev. Charles Follen at his home then in Cambridge in 1824. Originally published Dec. 23, 1948. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Central Coast residents have several options for recycling Christmas trees ... Salinas-area residents have these options for recycling or disposing of their Christmas trees ... The Monterey Regional Waste Management District is offering free recycling of Christmas trees and electronic waste at its landfill site two miles north of Marina. (KSBW 8, CA)
According to eBay, some people looking to pay off their January bills will be taking a look under the Christmas tree. From clothing to toys and everything in between, it's not uncommon to receive an item that just doesn't fit a person's style or taste. (Canada Newswire)
Sitting at a table surrounded by dangling icicle-light decorations and a Christmas tree on a recent Thursday evening, Leizear struggles to put into words why he doesn't charge the Lions Club or the Corvette Club to gather in his banquet room, as long as they eat. "It all comes back around," he said with a shrug. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
A front window frames a Christmas tree. The one bath, three bedroom house has a cozy feel. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
STAR shelter manager Rich Fitzmaurice gave the family his old Christmas tree. "I think they'll make it. They just needed a chance," Fitzmaurice said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
While most kids only get to experience model trains running in a circle under the Christmas Tree once a year, Sycamore Methodist s senior pastor the Rev. Bill Landis has a basement full of HO gauge trains that would make most any kid or father envious ... Once they had installed it under the Christmas Tree on a piece of plywood Bill took a liking to model trains as well as big ones. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
The Cortland School PTA s Breakfast with Santa Committee would like to thank the following individuals and businesses for their support of our recent event: Advanced Trading Inc., Ray Black, Bodyworks Massage Therapy, Brown s County Market, Camelot Christmas Tree Farm, Casey s of Cortland, Castle Bank, The DeLong Company, Cortland Barber and Beauty, Cortland Flooring, C.S.R. Bobcat Inc., DeKalb Florist & Greenhouse, Farm & Fleet, First Farm Credit Services, Hintzsches Fertilizer, Inc., Jewel... (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
As soon as a Christmas tree becomes dry, it is time to discard it, according to the U.S. Fire Administration. Though a fresh, watered tree is not a fire hazard, a dry tree can burn quickly. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Colorful lights and elaborate displays adorn the houses on Christmas Tree Lane Palo Alto's path for holiday spirit. For more information about Christmas Tree Lane, visit ... With the price of electricity going through the roof, I don't blame residence of Christmas Tree Lane for opting out of this unnecessary display of excess. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
The father, pro wrestler Sam Fatu, speaking to the Sacramento Bee this week, said the three are his walking Christmas tree. On the Web. (Fox News)
Alexander's Christmas tree risk ... It might be a seasonal delight for most people, but a real Christmas tree could send seven-year-old Alexander to hospital ... We would not have a live Christmas tree and if we go into someone's house who does Alexander knows he can look at it, but not stand close. (BBC News -- Health)
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