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North Carolina Christmas tree farm turns storm recovery into season-of-giving
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Families across the state buy Christmas trees from western North Carolina
When Hurricane Helene hit western North Carolina, many Christmas tree farms, a major source of income in that part of the state, suffered major damage.
Locals launch an operation to bring Christmas to hurricane victims in North Carolina
Two locals are launching Operation North Carolina Christmas Angels, and the goal is to collect Christmas gifts to deliver to storm victims in the disaster-stricken area.
After surviving Hurricane Helene, North Carolina Christmas trees hit the Lafayette market
North Carolina is the country’s second-largest producer of Christmas trees, and most of Louisiana's live Christmas trees come from Western North Carolina and Eastern Tennessee. It's the closest climate where popular species such as the Fraser and Turkish firs sold by the Pollard family can be grown.
A Journey Through North Carolina's Christmas Tree Farms
As the holiday season approaches, families across North Carolina embark on the cherished tradition of selecting the pe
Christmas tree industry in North Carolina impacted by Hurricane Helene destruction in WNC
NORTH CAROLINA (WTVD) -- Western North Carolina is home to one of the country's largest sources of Christmas trees in the country. It's why after Hurricane Helene, many are hoping to show their support for the local economy. This year, more people are choosing the tradition of a fresh tree instead of a store-bought tree.
Western North Carolina Christmas tree farm feeling the holiday spirit from the community
Just one day from Thanksgiving, the Carolinas already feel like Christmas. The area is still working toward normalcy two months to the day after Helene hit.
Roan Valley Christmas Tree Farm perseveres following Helene
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — It has not been an easy season for the Roan Valley Christmas Tree Farm. The farm near the North Carolina border was hit hard by Helene but the owners have overcome to sell beautiful furs for the Christmas season. However, this is not the first time they've had power through storm damage to make their living.
Where to check out Christmas lights in North Carolina this holiday season
Make this holiday season a special one: Enjoy four million LED Christmas lights, all set to Christmas music, as well as a festive Christmas village. It's fun for the whole family at the Speedway Christmas in Concord. You’ll drive around the race track to view all the holiday lights. Make sure you drive slowly so you can really enjoy it.
How Hurricane Helene impacted North Carolina’s Christmas tree industry
NEWLAND, N.C. (WBTV) - A North Carolina Christmas tree is heading to the White House Wednesday after being harvested from one community just weeks after Hurricane Helene ripped through the area.
NC Christmas tree farm endures millions in damages from Hurricane Helene: 'Total devastation'
Avery Farms owner Graham Avery joined 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss how Hurricane Helene devastated his farm and why he believes it could take 15 years to fully rebuild.
Hurricane-ravaged North Carolina community bands together for holiday cheer
Wine to Water volunteers Tina Gragg and Vanessa Minton describe their efforts to bring the Christmas spirit to residents ...
ENC hosts Christmas toy drive for Western Carolina
Businesses and organizations in Eastern NC are collaborating for a toy drive to assist families and children in Western NC ...
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The race to save the Fraser fir, a popular Christmas tree
North Carolina's Fraser fir is a popular Christmas tree, but it's under threat from disease and scientists are racing to try to save it.
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K9 serves as grand marshal of Christmas parade in North Carolina
The event kicked off with a parade at 5 p.m., in which Gastonia Police Department’s K9 bloodhound Bo served as Grand marshal. Bo was announced the winner of the American Humane ...
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Shopping for a real Christmas tree this year? Here is what to expect
The Christmas season is almost in full swing, which means it is time to get out the decorations and begin picking out the ...
Community gathers for Tinseltown Forest in North Augusta
This was the second year of North Augusta’s Tinseltown Forest, where those attending could leave with a Christmas tree.