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‘Tis the season peace, goodwill and competitive holiday displays! All kidding aside, festive front yard decorations are a great way to welcome guests and spread some holiday cheer. If you’re new to holiday yard décor, we’ve got some tips. If you need inspiration, visit Sierra Vista Dec. 4-13 when our residents will compete to see whose holiday décor reigns sup ...

You don’t need a time machine to experience a Victorian Christmas, just a ticket to Dickens on the Strand. The beloved Galveston holiday tradition is back for its 49th year, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 2 to 4. More than 35,000 people a year attend the event which features parades, entertainment on four stages, special events, costumed characters and vendors ha ...

Not feeling the turkey this year? That’s okay, the Pilgrims probably didn’t serve turkey either. Instead, grace your table with these turkey alternatives. There Are Other Birds If it’s only the two of you this year, roast a chicken instead of a turkey. Don’t know how? The Kitchn has got you covered. If you do know how, give your roast chicken a holiday makeove ...

You’ve probably heard it most of your life. To buy a home you need to put 20 percent of the purchase price down. That may have been true once, but not now. Today you may qualify to put as little as 3 percent down. You might even qualify to put no money down. How? We break it down for you. Do Most People Put 20 Percent Down? According to the National Association of R ...

Contrary to popular belief, white isn’t the only paint color you can use to make a small space feel bigger. While white does reflect light, it can also make your small space feel boxy and boring. The solution is to choose shades that work well with natural light, cause walls and ceilings to recede and establish the mood you’re going for. For inspiration visit our ...