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    History in the holidays: The evolution of Christmas stockings
    FARGO — "The stockings were hung by the chimney with care..." Thanks to Clement Moore, those words and that image is seared into everyone's...
    community/historyDecember 24, 2017 - 1:00pm
    December 23, 2017
    "Merry Christmas!" I shouted
    "Merry Christmas!" I shouted to a woman on the street But she didn't hear me Her misty eyes stared halfway round the globe Where her son was lost in Afghanistan And never found his way home. "Merry Christmas!" I cried to an old gent in the alley But he didn't hear me He was dragging...
    opinion/columnsDecember 23, 2017 - 10:00am
    December 22, 2017
    A keepsake nativity set owned by Kathy Johnson of Moorhead. David Samson / Forum News Serviceplay button
    Every treasured holiday keepsake has a story behind it
    FARGO — Every holiday season, homeowners with dwellings of every size pull out their boxes, bins and bags of decorations to festoon their...
    lifestyle/home-and-gardenDecember 22, 2017 - 2:00pm
    December 20, 2017
    The friendly volunteers at Detroit Lakes' First Lutheran Church will once again be serving up a free Christmas feast for the community this Monday, Dec. 25 from noon to 2 p.m. (Submitted photo)
    DL's First Lutheran once again invites community to enjoy a Christmas feast -- free of charge
    For many people, Christmas is a day to be spent with family and friends, opening presents, sneaking pieces of ham or turkey before it's ready,...
    community/eventsDecember 20, 2017 - 4:00pm
    Shirley Cervenka with the snowman that was recently given to her by her son in memory of longtime friend Jeff Webber, who passed away earlier this year. The snowman plays the "Hawaiian Christmas Song." Vicki Gerdes / Tribune
    Her favorite time of year: At DL's Shorewood Pub, owner goes all out in decorating for Christmas
    When you walk through the doors of Detroit Lakes' Shorewood Pub during the holidays, it's almost like entering Santa's North Pole workshop......
    community/peopleDecember 20, 2017 - 1:00pm
    December 18, 2017
    Cranberry juice, limeade and vodka make up the Mrs. Claus-mopolitan. Alexandra Floersch / Forum News Serviceplay button
    And to all a good night!: Four holiday cocktails for morning, noon, and night
    FARGO — December seems to come with a spirit of giving, sharing and supporting loved ones, the community and even complete strangers. It...
    lifestyle/foodDecember 18, 2017 - 6:00pm
    The dispatch room at Foltz Trucking was overflowing with toys Thursday from the annual Trucks and Toys drive. From left are: Ken Foltz, Greg Pekas, Jill Ratz, Wendy White and Tina Sharbonno. Nathan Bowe/Tribune
    Foltz Trucking leads toy drive
    Only Santa delivers more Christmas cheer than the drivers and staff at Foltz Trucking in Detroit Lakes. Foltz Trucking drivers, staff and the...
    community/eventsDecember 18, 2017 - 12:00pm
    This female Pine Grosbeak was spotted near Beau Shroyer's home in Richwood last month. It is one of many birds that volunteers will be looking for during the Detroit Lakes Area Christmas Bird Count, set for this Tuesday, Dec. 19, and the Tamarac Refuge bird count, set for Jan. 3. (Submitted photo)
    Counting crows...and finches, and owls, and sparrows too: DL Christmas Bird Count is Tuesday; Tamarac event set Jan. 3
    "Four calling birds, three French hens, two turtle doves..." Yes, the 12 days of Christmas are almost upon us — which means that area bird...
    community/eventsDecember 18, 2017 - 11:00am
    December 16, 2017
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    AgweekTV: Food blogger Molly Yeh makes the big time
    We all know the classic story of farm kids who can't wait to get to the big city, but more and more, that trend is reversing and young people...
    newsDecember 16, 2017 - 8:30am
    December 15, 2017
    Christmas Schedule of Services
    Our area houses of worship invite you to rejoice this Christmas season with praise, reflection, song and prayer. Their doors are always open, so please join them in celebrating the true meaning of the season. Click here to see a list of Christmas Services. (sponsored)
    communityDecember 15, 2017 - 5:07pm
    Christine Chapweske owns The Etiquette Professionals in Fargo and offers etiquette training dinners. David Samson / Forum News Service
    The complete guide to holiday gifting among adults
    FARGO — As we age, the hastily homemade or purchased item becomes the unpopular and inappropriate gift. Instead, gift-giving requires thoughtful...
    lifestyleDecember 15, 2017 - 5:00pm
    December 14, 2017
    Medora Christmas tour en route to Detroit Lakes: Musical set for Dec. 15 at George Simson Auditorium
    FARGO — The Medora Musical has hit the road for its third annual Magical Medora Christmas tour, with a scheduled stop this coming Friday, Dec. 15 at the Detroit Lakes Middle School's George Simson Auditorium. "A Magical Medora Christmas" will feature five of the top performers...
    entertainment/theaterDecember 14, 2017 - 10:00am
    December 13, 2017
    The cast of the 2017 Renaissance Madrigal Dinners assembles inside Deep Manor — otherwise known as the stage of Ralph Anderson Gymnasium at Detroit Lakes High School. The dinners will be presented starting at 6:15 p.m. on both Monday, Dec. 18 and Thursday, Dec. 21. Tickets are on sale at Central Market. (Vicki Gerdes/Tribune)
    A medieval-style feast for the eyes, ears...and stomach too: DLHS to host Madrigal Dinners on Dec. 18th and 21st
    For the past several weeks, Detroit Lakes High School students and faculty who stay late on weekday afternoons may have noticed some pipers piping,...
    community/eventsDecember 13, 2017 - 2:00pm
    'Christmas miracle at the mall': Free sleigh rides in DL interrupted by spooked horse, no injuries result
    Free sleigh rides every Saturday afternoon during the holiday season have been a tradition at the Washington Square Mall dating back well over a decade, bringing Christmas cheer and smiles to the faces of hundreds of children and their families each year. No injuries have been incurred...
    news/accidentsDecember 13, 2017 - 1:00pm
    The Rock & Roll Christmas show returns to Detroit Lakes' Historic Holmes Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 14 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale at the Holmes Box Office. (Submitted photo)
    'Rock & Roll Christmas' returns to DL's Holmes Theatre on Dec. 14
    One of the Historic Holmes Theatre's most popular holiday traditions, "Rock & Roll Christmas," returns to Detroit Lakes for its 7th straight...
    entertainment/theaterDecember 13, 2017 - 9:32am
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