From the sweet aroma of baked cookies to the festive family gatherings, Shawn Hundertmark’s mom always put the merry in Christmas. When she died 20 years ago, Hundertmark dedicated his yearly ...

For a lot of us, that live Christmas tree is a must, but you know what else is alive? Bugs. STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: (Laughter) True. Some people feel strongly enough about bugs and dirt and dust to wash ...

As people all over the country prepare to travel to see loved ones this Christmas season, an unexpected obsession is driving home the “less is more” adage. It’s also dividing people. Stripped of ...

Brandee Gruener is a digital editor and writer with 20 years of experience. Her articles on gardening, homes, food, and health have appeared in Hunker, American Gardener, and other national and ...

With so many varieties sold as Christmas trees, knowing what differentiates a Douglas fir from a Norway spruce is key to shopping for a real tree you’ll love. You’re likely to see more than one ...

More than 100 million people visit the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree each year, finding joy in its size and beauty against the backdrop of New York City. The 2025 tree arrived in Midtown Manhattan ...

If you’re gearing up to transform your home into a Christmassy wonderland, here’s how to make sure you get the perfect tree. Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, ...

ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - Eames Christmas Trees in Albany has an array of both artificial and real trees for the holiday season. Owner Glenn Eames’ family has been serving the Albany area for decades. He ...

It's the most wonderful time of the year, which means it's time to get a Christmas tree. Luckily, it's also Cyber Monday, which means there's no reason to pay full price. In fact, the best Cyber ...

Portland, Oregon, is under fire for again hosting its annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony and nixing any mention of the Christian holiday, while leaders of the event instead waved a Palestinian ...

For many families, choosing a real Christmas tree marks the official start of the holiday season. The scent, the visit to the local farm, watching dad wrestle a half-rusted saw through the branches ...