Bethlehem Christmas Fades Under Pandemic Crunch
Bethlehem faces a muted Christmas as the coronavirus cripples tourism and public events. Hotels close or cut staff, with 3 million visitors in 2019 dropped to near zero this year. a limited tree lighting and Christmas Eve services will be held for a small, invited group. Bethlehem’s mayor and officials warn lockdowns and travel bans jeopardize ongoing traditions and livelihoods.
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Holland couple skips gifts to back local restaurants
Holland residents Nicole and Eric Dykstra turn Christmas gifts into cash for carryout at five local eateries after Michigan orders dine-in shutdown through Dec 8. They credit Holland’s community spirit and hope to sustainDowntown businesses while celebrating milestones with meals.
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Winning at home as growth through tough family talks
A speaker reflects on the phrase winning at home, reframing it as striving to grow through difficult family conversations. They admit personal lapses and emphasize that progress comes from addressing misunderstandings and hearing loved ones’ perspectives to build deeper love. See SEABORN, A8.
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