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August 22, 2025

Christmas

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Small biz owners are both hopeful and anxious about the holidays, taking a cue from their customers

November 10, 2023 The North State Journal Comments Off on Small biz owners are both hopeful and anxious about the holidays, taking a cue from their customers

Blackhawk Hardware employee Palma Gonyea stocks holiday products at the retail store, Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023, in Charlotte, N.C. Entertaining during the holidays is back this year, and the store is seeing an influx of […]

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THE WORD: A Christmas Gift

December 24, 2022 The North State Journal Comments Off on THE WORD: A Christmas Gift

“Adoration of the Magi” by Rembrandt (1632) is a painting in the collection of the Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg, Russia. (Public Domain). Christmas approaches and our homes are filled with gifts for family and friends […]

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THE WORD: And this shall be a sign unto you

December 24, 2021 The North State Journal Comments Off on THE WORD: And this shall be a sign unto you

PHOTO CAPTION: PHOTO CAPTION: “Adoration of the Shepherds” by Gerard van Honthorst (circa 1622) is a painting in the collection of the Pomeranian State Museum, Greifswald, Western Pomerania. (Public Domain). PHOTO CAPTION: PHOTO CAPTION: “Adoration […]

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‘We have stock’: Smaller stores aim for last-minute shoppers

December 22, 2021 The North State Journal Comments Off on ‘We have stock’: Smaller stores aim for last-minute shoppers

Ann Cantrell, owner of Annie’s Blue Ribbon General Store poses for a photo outside her store, Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, in the Brooklyn borough of New York. Cantrell has owned the store in Brooklyn for […]

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THE WORD: Gloria in excelsis Deo

December 18, 2021 The North State Journal Comments Off on THE WORD: Gloria in excelsis Deo

Do you ever take Christmas off, Charlie Brown? (AP Photo/ABC, 1965 United Feature Syndicate Inc.) As the advent season draws to a close this Sunday, the celebration of Christmas is upon us. As we hustle […]

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THE WORD: Making joyful noises

December 11, 2021 The North State Journal Comments Off on THE WORD: Making joyful noises

North Carolina flag. Christmas tree branch with a flag of North As the Christmas Season kicks into high gear, carols and hymns are filling the air. We are reminded that joyful noises are appreciated by […]

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Outdoor decorating trends: natural, cozy, sustainable

December 4, 2021 The North State Journal Comments Off on Outdoor decorating trends: natural, cozy, sustainable

This image provided by Lowe’s shows a traditional front door decoration. Frame the front door or wrap a railing with a lighted garland, and add a coordinating wreath, for a cozy, festive vibe. There are […]

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THE WORD: A wonderful gift

December 24, 2020 The North State Journal Comments Off on THE WORD: A wonderful gift

PHOTO CAPTION: “Adoration of the Shepherds” (1609) by Caravaggio is a painting held in the collection of the Regional Museum of Messina, Italy (Public Domain).  Caravaggio is known as a master of the use of […]

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Churches across NC require reservations to attend Christmas services

December 23, 2020 The North State Journal Comments Off on Churches across NC require reservations to attend Christmas services

This image from Elevation Church shows the church’s app where worshippers are asked to make reservations for Christmas Eve services. Photo via Elevation Church RALEIGH — On the first Christmas, the Holy Family was turned […]

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Miss North Carolina hosting a virtual Christmas show

December 11, 2020 The North State Journal Comments Off on Miss North Carolina hosting a virtual Christmas show

Miss Jacksonville, Alexandra Badgett was crowned Miss North Carolina 2019 Saturday Night in Raleigh. Here she is pictured surrounded by fellow contestants celebrating her win. (Robert Clark for the North State Journal) RALEIGH — As […]

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