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Wayne County Public Schools has listed their holiday activities that will take place this week across the district.

By DONNA KOEHN
MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE
You could call her Mother Christmas.
Born on Christmas Day, named Holly Christine in its honor, Holly Oswald keeps the holiday on her mind all year long.
That’s because she is a bargain hunter extraordinaire. Always on the lookout for freebies, contests, flea markets and thrift store deals, she is a master [...]

Whether you’re traveling on the road or in the friendly skies, Alison Rhodes, also known as “The Safety Mom,” shares these tips for keeping your children safe in a plane, train, automobile or hotel room.
Be sure the seat fits. Put your child in an age-appropriate car seat that’s correctly positioned with a secure seatbelt. Also, [...]

Now I have seen Christmas Carolers in movies, but never in real life all dressed up…until now.  While taking a quick break for lunch at North Hills, four carolers came inside the cafe where I was eating my lunch and sang to us.  I was in such awe of seeing real carolers, I don’t even [...]

The West Johnston High School Band is still spreading Christmas cheer.  On Thanksgiving Day the band participated in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and now they will perform a Holiday Concert for free on Dec. 14.  Click here to read more

Money’s tight!
And when it comes to belt tightening, there are ways to spend less and still have a terrific holiday season.
One of the ways some frugal shoppers save is by shopping for bargains at area dollar stores or even the thrift shops.
Donald and Alice Macintyre of Lorida shopped Monday at a Sebring dollar store for [...]

What is your favorite holiday movie? ( polls)

DURHAM, N.C. – Tonight, over 850 mature adults and special guests will attend the 37th Annual Senior Holiday Party sponsored by Durham Parks and Recreation. The celebration will be held from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel and Convention Center, 3700 Emperor Boulevard in Durham.
The Senior Holiday Party has been an annual [...]

Want to decorate you house for less this holiday season?  Check out what some experts are saying about how you can save money and still have the festive home you want.

The Town of Wake Forest, in cooperation with the jolly man himself,  is offering kids ages 3 to 7 to get a phone call from Santa Claus.  Visit the Town of Wake Forest’s Web site for more information.