Christmas gifts

Sure it seems like a great idea to give someone a pet for Christmas, but choosing a pet is a personal thing, and Christmas may be too busy a time to get to know a new furry friend!

Alabamians are predicted to open their wallets and bank accounts for $18.5 billion in holiday spending this year, according to the Alabama Retail Association. State economy experts suggest getting orders in as early as possible to give plenty of time for shipping, with an emphasis on shopping local.

Thousands of children across Alabama will soon unwrap holiday cheer. This comes as the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve program Toys for Tots gears up for its annual nationwide toy distribution drives, including here in the Yellowhammer State.

A report on metrics related to the yuletide season nationally, shows a major change in Alabama when it comes to the “Christmas spirit.”

A video gaming system appears to be the most popular item on holiday gift wish lists—except in Alabama.

Alabamians have a deadline today if they want to play Kris Kringle. The United States Postal Service’s Operation Santa allows people to respond to a child’s letter to Saint Nick.

The holiday shopping season is officially underway. Spending in Alabama is projected to increase from last year’s record high by more than fifteen percent. This means almost eighteen billion dollars is expected be spent in November and December.

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The Alabama Ethics Commission says gifts to school teachers and other public employees might be able to cost more than $25.Earlier this week, the state…

Giving a pet as a gift can be a wonderful idea, even better if you adopt it from a shelter. But as a surprise for the recipient? It just might backfire on…