DeLand Christmas parade a no-go this year, but Santa is still coming to town
One of DeLand’s most iconic events will be canceled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but Santa is still coming to town.
NORAD launches Santa tracker Dec. 1, but kids might only get voicemail on Christmas Eve
NORAD launched its Santa-tracking website on Dec. 1, giving kids access to games, music, videos and a countdown.
Giving Tuesday 2020: List of retailers, brands giving back this holiday season
Many retailers and brands have joined the global movement of generosity by pledging a percentage of sales to various charities in honor of Giving Tuesday 2020.
Americans face new coronavirus restrictions after Thanksgiving
Americans returning from Thanksgiving break faced strict new COVID-19 measures as health officials brace for a worsening of the nationwide surge.
Health experts issue warnings for those who traveled over Thanksgiving: 'Assume that you were exposed'
“Assume that you were exposed,” Dr. Deborah Birx warned those who traveled over the Thanksgiving weekend. “You really need to get tested in the next week."
Sam’s Club offering free virtual visits with Santa from the North Pole
Sam’s Club announced that members can book a free personal live session with Santa and take a photo with him, one of many retailers adjusting holiday plans due to COVID-19.
'America the Beautiful': Melania Trump showcases White House's Christmas decor
“America the Beautiful” is this year's Christmas theme at the White House.
Christmas forest trying to keep visitors safe from COVID-19
It's a different sort of tree buying this year at Santa's Farm & Christmas Tree Forest in Eustis.
'Dazzling' walk-through Christmas experience to open at Leu Gardens
All visitors will be required to wear masks.
Black Friday crowds thin amid surging COVID-19 pandemic as retailers push online sales
In normal times, Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year, drawing millions of shoppers eager to get started on their holiday spending. But these are not normal times.
Small Business Saturday more critical this holiday season amid coronavirus pandemic
Sandwiched between Black Friday and Cyber Monday is Small Business Saturday, a national initiative to shop local and break away from large box stores. However, this year shoppers will notice a few changes because of COVID-19.
TSA on Wednesday screened the highest number of travelers in one day since the pandemic began
While the overall number of travelers is still down, the TSA still reported a massive spike in the number of people passing through airports.
Santa's mailbag gives a peek into children's pandemic worries
Letters pouring by the tens of thousands into Santa's mailbox offer a glimpse into the worries and hopes of children awaiting a pandemic-hit Christmas.
Food bank feeds hundreds of local families this Thanksgiving
“It makes me feel really good because I like giving,” said volunteer Ava Marosan, “and this season right now is about giving, so I like giving.”
Orlando Magic serves Thanksgiving breakfast to needy families
About 400 people enjoyed meals served up by members of the Magic organization.
Free holiday drone light show coming to Walmarts in select cities across US
Walmart is bringing a free holiday-themed drone light show to select cities in the U.S. and will also be livestreaming the event.
Salvation Army provides thousands of 'to-go' Thanksgiving meals
This year, volunteers could not help prepare the meal because of safety concerns and CDC guidelines around COVID-19. So, the nonprofit organization altered its 70-year tradition and partnered with a catering company instead.
Don't wait more than 2 hours to put away Thanksgiving leftovers, USDA says
According to the United States Department of Agriculture, your perishable leftovers should be refrigerated within two hours of coming out of the oven or refrigerator.
Biden says family will have 'small group' around Thanksgiving table, urges Americans to sacrifice gatherings
He said staying home 'is a gift to our fellow Americans'
'Jeopardy!' shares inspiring Thanksgiving message from Alex Trebek taped before his death: 'Keep the faith'
Alex Trebek is spreading kindness and positivity to all — even after his death.