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Lake Superior Zoo Animal's Holiday Wish List, Can You Help? [Video]

Cathy Kates — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 15:40:04 +0000

Lucky, the "spokes sheep" of the Lake Superior Zoo is frantic to get the word out! She is afraid some of her friends (other residence of the Lake Superior Zoo), won't get a gift on Christmas morning....without your help. You'll find a holiday tree with all the animals wishes on tags in the Tiger's Paw Gift Shop. But, I promised Lucky I'd let her speak to you, so here she is!

Blake Shelton and His Mom Share Intimate Holiday Memories [Video]

Cathy Kates — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 13:24:00 +0000

It’s always interesting to see a celebrities mother. You wonder what their relationship was like growing up, were they a normal child, or was there signs of stardom starting at a young age. Curious about Blake Shelton? Here Blake and his mother, Dorothy Shackleford reminisce about the family holidays. Blake wants you to make your [...]

Deadline to Sign and Send a Holiday Card for a Military Member or Wounded Vet is This Friday [Video]

Cathy Kates — Mon, 03 Dec 2012 13:40:45 +0000

What a wonderful feeling, knowing many of our hometown soldiers from the 148th Fighter Wing recently returned safely to their family, their friends, their homes. I had the honor of hanging with one such Vet this past Friday! (had a great time Sterling!) However, there are still many soldiers that are longing to be home for the holidays with their families, but are still abroad or are recovering in hospitals after being wounded in the line of duty. "Holiday Mail for Heros" is an easy way for us to let them know we're thinking of them and thank them for their sacrifices for our freedom.

Best Places to Get Christmas Trees in Duluth / Superior – Our Top Picks

Nick Cooper — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 18:39:51 +0000

Picking out the perfect Christmas tree is a holiday tradition for many. During the months of November and December, you can find people on every corner selling trees. The question is, where does one go to find the perfect tree? Here's our list of some of the best places in the Twin Ports to find your tree.

Jerrod Niemann's One More Drinkin' Song Mistletoe Remix

Ken Hayes — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 16:48:47 +0000

Have you heard the new version of Jerrod Niemann’s One More Drinkin’ Song. It’s the Mistletoe Remix where he pokes fun of the stress of the holidays!

Forget the Holiday Parties, Employees Just Want the Bonuses — Survey of the Day

Shauna Wright — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 21:29:31 +0000

While holiday parties are thought to bring on the holiday cheer in employees, a new survey indicates they’d be a lot happier skipping the revelries and pocketing the cash equivalent instead. When Harris Interactive and the business site Glassdoor asked 2,500 American adults to list their favorite holiday gifts from employers, nearly three-quarters of respondents [...]

Lauren Alaina to Sing 'My Grown Up Christmas List' for 'CMA Country Christmas' Special

Billy Dukes — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:20:44 +0000

‘American Idol’ runner-up Lauren Alaina will perform ‘My Grown Up Christmas List’ during next month’s ‘CMA Country Christmas’ special, which airs on ABC. The show was taped last Thursday in Nashville, and a fan video captured the 17-year-old taking on the song that was first made famous in country circles by Amy Grant.

Toys R Us Chief Merchandising Officer Predicts The 15 Hottest Toys This Holiday Season

David Drew — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 02:00:00 +0000

I know it's not even October yet and I'm talking about Christmas shopping but I remember as a kid that it was never soon enough to pick out what you wanted for presents. Of course there wasn't internet when I was a kid, so I had my trusty catalogs where I would give star ratings next to the toys I wanted.

Kids today have it made! Not only do they have the internet, but they have stories like this telling them what is the toy to have this year. Of course, this list will help mom and dad too so enjoy!