Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer. The school year is winding down and vacation plans are being made. Sunny days and warm..

This Valentine’s Day, many will give a gift to someone special. Whether it’s chocolates, jewelry, flowers, or apparel, U.S. consumers spend..

Heartwarming traditions often make the holiday season the favorite time of year for many people. Those traditions include:

• Picking out the..

Every year in the United States, consumers purchase approximately 25-30 million live Christmas trees. Live Christmas trees offer several..

With the Thanksgiving feast behind us, it’s time for many people to start decorating their homes for Christmas. 

When I was growing up, one of our family traditions was a trip to our local pumpkin patch. I always loved trying to find the best pumpkin,..

Pets are a big part of many families. More than 63 million households own a dog. That means, as the holidays approach, many dogs will be..

Holiday shopping means more congestion on our roadways and in the store parking lots. This increased congestion can lead to frustration,..

As the hustle and bustle of the holiday season approaches, people begin visiting local retailers looking for that good deal or special..

As Thanksgiving approaches, holiday decorations will begin lighting our neighborhoods. With the darker days here, I enjoy the extra light.

In a few weeks, kids in costumes will be roaming your neighborhood on a mission to fill their bags with goodies. While this is a fun..

With July 4 upon us, many families have plans or are making plans for a weekend getaway or vacation. Whether you’re a veteran or a..