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Did Santa Bring What You Wanted For Christmas? [POLL/VIDEO]

Nora Schreiber — Thu, 27 Dec 2012 02:06:34 +0000

Well, Christmas has come and gone. All of the egg nog is gone, the Christmas dinner is just left overs, and all of the presents are unwrapped. So, how did it go for you? Did you get everything that you wanted? Though written down or tallied in our head, we all have a gift wish [...]

A White Christmas — Reasons Why it May Be Better We May Not Have One [VIDEO]

Nora Schreiber — Mon, 24 Dec 2012 19:08:21 +0000

This Christmas will not be a white Christmas for East Texans. Some people may be sad for this. With all that comes with snow, this might be a blessing. Watch these hilarious videos to feel a little better about our 60 degree Christmas. Sure, the dream Christmas eve with snow outside and the fire place [...]

Travelers Hit the Road for Christmas

Jen Austin — Fri, 21 Dec 2012 17:00:38 +0000

By Monday and Tuesday we'll be sitting comfortably around the Christmas tree, sipping egg nog with family and trying to figure out how in the world a Furby really works.

In the meantime, it's a big ole traffic jam! Today and tomorrow are two of the busiest travel days of the year.

Triple A estimates 7.7 million Texans will be traveling more than 50 miles from home between Saturday and January 1. Millions of packages are on their way too, but they may not get here by Christmas.

Soldiers Return Home as a Christmas Surprise [VIDEO]

Leslie Reynolds — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 18:00:07 +0000

Watch as loved ones return home from the army to make Christmas wishes come true for their families. Make sure you have a box of tissues nearby.

Christmas Eve vs. Christmas Morning – When Do You Open Presents [POLL]

Lucky Larry — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 18:02:02 +0000

It's a tradition that dates back to your parents and it's handed down from generation to generation and can change over time too but not everyone does the same thing when it comes to opening Christmas presents. The question came up at a party over the weekend and some people were quite rigid in their Christmas routine.

Sneaking A Peek At Gifts Under The Tree, Are You Guilty? [POLL]

Lucky Larry — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 16:02:53 +0000

There they are, the gifts, they’re all wrapped up in pretty paper and just sitting there under the tree, all alone and just waiting for someone to rip off the paper to reveal the secret that’s contained. But is it really a secret, if you’ve stolen a little peek? NO! I can honestly say growing [...]

Shopping in Tyler — Where to Find the Perfect Dress for Christmas + New Year's

Nora Schreiber — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 03:25:42 +0000

It is a girl’s favorite time of year. Not only do we ladies get to give and receive gifts, we get to go shopping. One of the more fun holiday shopping excursions is to find the perfect Christmas party and New Years celebration dresses. But, where are the best places to look around town? The [...]

Awesome + Unique Christmas Gift Ideas for Tyler + East Texas

Leslie Reynolds — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 14:55:20 +0000

As we all know, Christmas isn't all about what you get, but what you give. It's about being grateful for what we have and being a blessing to others. A new trend in Christmas gifts is to give different experiences, something that you can do together. Not only that, but it's something they will remember forever. These gifts are extremely awesome and unique, and unlike what everyone else is getting for Christmas. Here are some awesome and unique Christmas ideas for East Texas.

How Much Are You Spending on Christmas This Year?

Jen Austin — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 17:00:26 +0000

The amount we fork over for Christmas gifts has gone up every year since 2008. The iPads, flat screen TVs, and video game must-haves ain’t cheap! When you add up the hot electronics, the ugly sweaters, and the popcorn tin gift sets, we’re spending just shy of a thousand bucks on Christmas. American Research Group [...]

Christmas Carol Performed by Basketball Players [VIDEO]

Nora Schreiber — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 01:15:30 +0000

We are all being flooded with every rendition of every Christmas carol ever written. Some will be sentimental. Some will be fun. Some even sexy, but none other is like this version of a Christmas favorite. Basketball players show us at every game their talents, but this is the first I have seen of talents [...]

A Lesson on Sharing From Some Cute Kids [VIDEO]

Nora Schreiber — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 01:04:43 +0000

Seems as we get older we lose our tendency to share with others. How many people have you seen walk away from the Salvation Army bell ringers without giving their spare change? Giving to others is one of the largest parts of the Holiday season, but these children may the only ones celebrating correctly. This [...]

East Texas Drive-Thru Christmas Light Parks

Lucky Larry — Tue, 04 Dec 2012 16:43:05 +0000

It truly is the most wonderful time of the year and the most beautiful when it comes to decorations – Christmas. Christmas does something wonderful to us all, even just saying it makes you feel good. During this time of the year you may have friends and family come in to visit and you're left [...]

How the Hot Toys For Christmas Have Changed

Nora Schreiber — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 21:16:50 +0000

With Christmas coming soon, parents will be headed to the stores to buy that hot new toy that secures them as the coolest parent in their child's eyes. But, the hot toy of the season changes every year. What was popular when I was a child is completely different to the high tech gifts of today.

Best Christmas Movies of All Time – Our Top 12

Leslie Reynolds — Fri, 30 Nov 2012 20:53:19 +0000

These are the movies that you must watch to get you in the Christmas spirit, the best Christmas movies of all time.

Christmas Trees for Sale in Tyler + Longview

Leslie Reynolds — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 19:00:28 +0000

It seems like every store is already getting into the Christmas spirit. We're still two months out but the stores are getting prepared, and we thought you should too. We know that buying real Christmas trees can get kind of pricey, so we made a list of stores where you can get the artificial trees that look just as good but aren't as expensive!

Classic Christmas TV Shows — Which One is Your Favorite? [POLL]

Lucky Larry — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 18:02:55 +0000

Last night while my wife was creating a new wreath to hang above the fireplace, my daughter and I watched "A Charlie Brown Christmas" on ABC. I love these classic Christmas shows and look forward to seeing them every year. In addition to these classics, I am a fan of the new ones as well, like Prep and Landing.

Christmas Lights Go Gangnam Style [VIDEO]

Amy Austin — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 01:17:58 +0000

It seems theses days everything is Gangnam style. So why not Christmas lights? This is actually a pretty cool light show, you could listen to it turned down if you like, but that would defeat the purpose!

Which Country Artist Would You Love to Spend Christmas With? [VIDEO]

Amy Austin — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 22:00:53 +0000

Recently I was asked what country artist I would love to spend Christmas with. Well, I had never thought about it, but now I can’t keep from thinking about it. I have so many favorite artists, all for different reasons. If I can only pick one country artist, I choose George Strait. After all, he [...]

Christmas Parades Planned Throughout East Texas

Jen Austin — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 16:32:55 +0000

At some stores and homes, the Christmas decorations were up before Thanksgiving.

Those of us that did put up the Christmas tree before carving the turkey have been accused of breaking holiday rules, but rather than rebellious it seemed convenient to me. We got the decorating out of the way early, and could concentrate on matters like shopping!

86 Million Shoppers Are Expected To Shop On Black Friday [VIDEO]

Amy Austin — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 21:15:48 +0000

Black Friday is just a few days away and stores are preparing for the estimated 86 million shoppers who will be coming through their doors. Are you sure you want to get in the middle of all that!? In fact, some stores even put their employees through training so they are better prepared for the [...]