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Seasonal fun arrives in Tri-State

2010-11-21T17:49:26-05:00

HUNTINGTON -- A cup of hot chocolate and a walk through Ashland's Winter Wonderland of Lights.

Gallery: Gift idea -- Herald-Dispatch photos of the Tri-State

2011-08-08T12:03:00-04:00

Are you wracking your brain for gifts for that hard-to-buy-for person?

Clyde Beal: Everyday miracles bless now, throughout year

2010-11-21T17:41:52-05:00

For most, the season of Christmas is filled with the beauty of pageantry and traditional lore. It does, however, accentuate many areas in life that are less than perfect. I'm reminded of a story that's quite appropriate, not only for the season of Christmas, but the ordinary days of our lives throughout the year that can use a small miracle.

Add a personal, creative touch when wrapping gifts this season

2010-11-21T17:41:51-05:00

A gift-giver's thoughtfulness is as apparent in how a gift is wrapped as in what's inside.

Holiday calendar

2010-11-21T17:51:33-05:00

The Tri-State boasts a full schedule of seasonal merriment.

Five tips to help you simplify the season

2010-11-21T17:53:05-05:00

Food Network celebrity chef, Claire Robinson, knows what it takes to make a great holiday meal, with just five ingredients or less. "When it comes to the holidays, no one wants to spend hours preparing meals when they can be with friends and family," says Robinson. "I think simple and delicious dishes are the best."

Creating a custom, memorable holiday card can be simple

2010-11-21T17:52:39-05:00

Even with the popularity of using e-mail, social media and texting to communicate with friends and family, holiday cards continue to be a time-honored tradition. In fact, according to a survey from holiday cards and thank you cards retailer Cardstore.com, 43 percent of Americans prefer a greeting card from a loved one instead of $10, and 63 percent think sending a special occasion greeting through a social network is inappropriate.