Editor in Chief Elizabeth Hudson considers what her Christmas wish list might look like today, compared to the ones she used to write as a child.
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The Unlikely Ornament King of Gastonia
The true story of how a Jewish man from Gastonia became the world’s largest maker of Christmas ornaments, and so much more.
In Pursuit of the Perfect Pine: 5 North Carolina Christmas Tree Farms
The best family traditions don’t come ready-made. They’re hard-won, full of promise, but messy — just like the holidays. A Christmas tree hunt in the North Carolina mountains is no exception.
DIY: Make a Wreath Using Greenery From Your Own Backyard
Gather native North Carolina foliage to capture the spirit of our home state in a cheery DIY wreath.
Unearthed: Poinsettias Get Their Due in NC State Program
Poinsettias hold a fleeting place in our hearts and on our mantels at Christmastime, but there's so much more to the plant than what meets the eye. Horticulture researchers at North Carolina State University explore their botanical charms and quirks as part of a North American trial.
Applesauce-Raisin Muffins
Try these muffins made with applesauce the next time you're looking for a seasonal breakfast.
Holiday Roasted Potatoes
These roasted potatoes from St. Brendan the Navigator's cookbook combine sweet and yellow potatoes and make a perfect holiday side dish.
Christmas Morning Strata
This strata recipe from St. Brendan the Navigator Catholic Church in Shallotte makes an easy holiday breakfast everyone will enjoy.
Christmas Unpacked, Unwrapped, Unforgettable
The rituals and customs of holidays past often dictate how we celebrate Yuletides of the present — for better or worse.
