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Marc Wilkinson thinks the month-long giveaway will cost him three times more than originally estimated.

Did Santa bring you a new air fryer for Christmas this year?

The Expedition 68 crew rang in 2023 with holiday cheer, including Santa hats, stockings and ornaments in the United States and Russian segments.

The War Memorial recently hosted two “Bedtime Stories with Santa” events, during which kids colored, wrote letters to Santa, enjoyed cookies and milk and listened to Santa and Mrs. Claus read stories to participants. Santa reads “Twas the Night Before Christmas” to the good girls and boys. Tripp Mitchelson is excited to get a cookie that

MIDLAND, MI -- Tom Valent has some advice for Santa: know how many reindeer you have at the North Pole. “You got to have a number, because (children) are going to ask,” Valent said from a stage at Midland Center for the Arts.

51-year-old Brooke Burke heats up the holidays, posing in a red bikini and Santa hat on the beach in Malibu.

With each of the International Space Station docking ports full, NASA has a backup plan to get the merry elf inside the orbiting complex.

With just two days until Christmas, the Detroit Pistons are hoping Santa delivers a present to them a little early, as they head south for a Friday night clash with the Atlanta Hawks. Watch the Detroit Pistons on DirecTV StreamAs the Pistons get closer to the New Year, they seem further and further away from putting an end to their losing ways. While five Pistons ended up with double-digits, nobody hit the 20-point mark in the loss, with Jaden Ivey leading the team with just 18 points. Check out more stories about the Detroit Pistons here on MLiveWhat: NBA BasketballWho: Detroit Pistons (8-26) vs. Atlanta Hawks (16-16)When: Friday, December 23Time: 7:30 p.m. ETWhere: State Farm Arena (Atlanta, Ga.)Channel: Bally Sports DetroitStream: DirecTV StreamCheck out the NBA standings and results on NBA.com

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has declared a state of emergency as wintry weather moves through the state.

MUSKEGON COUNTY, MI - Over 100 toys will be given to children at the “Blessings-N-Bethlehem” event in Muskegon Heights this afternoon. Complementary walking tacos, games and a chance to meet and greet Santa are some of the festivities planned for the night. Throughout the night, the nonprofit will pull names out of the boxes for individuals to claim prizes. Additionally, there will be a golden ticket table with five toys retailed at $100 or more for each age group. The nonprofit will randomly pause the auction throughout the night to hand out the household gifts to the top bidder.

The Ford House hosted Cookies with Santa a few nights in December while St. Nick passed through town on his way to the North Pole, where he planned to check on the elves making toys. Children had the opportunity to tell Santa their Christmas wishes, write him a letter, take a photo with him and

More than 40, including 25 children, attended the Kiwanis Club Christmas party at the Salvation Army.

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BAY CITY, MI - Mid-Michigan’s last Baskin-Robbins is closing its doors. The Baskin-Robbins at 801 N Euclid Avenue in Bay City is slated to close at the end of this year. “We have made the hard decision to close it up at the end of year,” Hadd wrote. According to the company’s website, the closest remaining Baskin-Robbins stores are in the Lansing and Ann Arbor areas. The Bay City Times/MLive could not immediately reach the owners for comment.

ANN ARBOR, MI - Hayes Huffman’s jaw practically hit the floor when he saw a sack of presents delivered to his Ann Arbor hospital room. There were at least 2,500 presents given on Dec. 20 to child patients across the Ann Arbor children’s hospital. “We pulled it off virtually but this is way better.”Read more: Mott Children’s Hospital delivers holiday cheer with socially-distanced ‘toy store’Lyndi Lane, 3, playing with a toy at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor on Tuesday, Dec. 20.Sam Dodge | MLive.comThree-year-old Lyndi Lane has been at the hospital for several weeks as she recovers from a heart surgery. Mott Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor

You are aware that MANY children and families in Western cultures do not celebrate Christmas? And that other children from families that celebrate Christmas leave Santa out of it? And that some who don’t celebrate Christmas as a religious holiday do the Santa Thing anyway? Dear Amy: I’m a 51-year-old woman. You can email Amy Dickinson at askamy@amydickinson.com or send a letter to Ask Amy, P.O.

Parent doesn’t feel right lying to their kids about the existence of Santa but still does.

The "Sunday Morning" correspondent talks about her visits from Santa Claus through the years, and how even "grown-up kids" can feel the joy he spreads to children - and to all who yearn to believe.

A local reporter chronicled the incident in a touching Twitter thread.

In this week's column, Laura Schultz Pipis offers ideas for holiday fun.

Secret Santa gift exchanges can be fun during the holidays, but a mom of four shares a fresh idea for a new family tradition during the Christmas season — involving poinsettias and kindness to others.

SAGINAW, MI – On Christmas, Zar’ria Mitchell expects to see a familiar-shaped present under the tree. Because what parents promise, Santa delivers.

With many families struggling to heat homes or feed children, presents are "on the backburner".

California school district president Steven Llanusa resigned after he invited choir students to perform at an adult party, where they were allegedly exposed to a "dirty Santa."

The Bedford Blizzard Blast was held recently at Compelled Church of Temperance.

Tonight is the annual Newport Christmas Parade.

As we celebrate “Live in the D’s” Days of Giving, we are showcasing a place where you can step back in time for a classic holiday experience.

All I want for Christmas is for my Detroit sports to be watchable again.

The jolly man in red will make appearances around Tree Town through December as the Christmas holiday gets closer.

There are many holiday movies out there, and a couple has Michigan ties, but one Chicago-based Christmas movie blew everyone out of the water.

Choose from six festive shows featuring guest stars, new compositions and lots (and lots) of jingle bells.

FRANKENMUTH, MI — Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland is once again hosting in-person visits with Santa. Santa returned to Bronner’s, located at 25 Christmas Lane in Frankenmuth, on Black Friday and will visit with children through Saturday, Dec. 24, Christmas Eve. The iconic Christmas store hosted virtual visits with Santa in 2021 and 2020. Saturdays and Sundays are particularly busy, so guests hoping to see him on those days should anticipate a wait. Santa visits will conclude at 3 p.m. on Christmas Eve, and the store will close for the holiday at 4 p.m. Bronner’s is closed on Sunday, Dec. 25, Christmas Day.

Orchard Center High School students are hosting a holiday market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at Orchard Center High School, 1750 Oak St.

There are still three more chances to see Santa in downtown Monroe. He'll be in his igloo on East Front Street from 4 to 7 p.m. Dec. 8, 15 and 22.

The spirit of the season glows bright throughout Motown with glimmering displays throughout the city. Bundle up and bring the family for holiday memories and traditions.

KALAMAZOO, MI -- Kalamazoo wants you to make this month one to remember under the lights at Bronson Park. The community is invited to Bronson Park from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 15, for “December to Remember,” a holiday event for Kalamazoo families. Free hot chocolate, coffee, and donuts will be given out while supplies last, Kzoo Parks said in a news release. Santa will reply to letters that include a return address, within seven days, the city said. The Kalamazoo Downtown Partnership’s Holly Jolly Trolley will run from 5 to 9 p.m., offering free rides around downtown with a stop at the Radisson Plaza Hotel, where Santa will visit with children from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Monroe County Museum System is featuring “Christmas at the Museum” with a variety of decorations and activities planned.

SAGINAW, MI — Kids are invited to the first-ever Santa Shoppe in the SVRC Marketplace building to buy gifts for their family and friends this holiday season. Parents and guardians are welcome, too, said Rachel Caudy, general manager of the SVRC Marketplace and The BoardRoom restaurant. The Santa Shoppe will be open from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, at the SVRC Marketplace, 203 S. Washington Ave., in the lower-level press room. “It gives kids an opportunity to learn about spending money and supporting small business.”The Santa Shoppe is one of several holiday happenings at the SVRC Marketplace that weekend. The event will include photos with Santa, holiday pancakes, a hot cocoa bar, make-your-own ornaments and Christmas movies.

Jessie James Decker trolled her own online critics Wednesday after being accused of altering images of her kids to show off their athletic bodies on Instagram.

It’s hard to believe, but December is here. Although the weather is frightful, the holiday events are in full effect. First up in Macomb County, The Macomb Ballet Company will present their annual Nutcracker Performance. It’s the company’s 21st year for the production, and the biggest one yet. There will be a new set design and debut of a new character, “Queen of the Mice.” Performances will take place Friday-Sunday at The Macomb Center for the Performing Arts.

FENTON, MI -- You can either “JingleJog” a 5K race or warm up with hot cider and hand warmers at this year’s Jinglefest in Fenton. The holiday event, which begins at 10 a.m. and goes until around 8 p.m., will take place on Saturday, Dec. 3 in downtown Fenton. Some of the event’s biggest attractions include photos with Santa, a holiday lighted parade, Christmas tree lighting and fireworks. Hot Chocolate from Fenton Project Graduation and Girl Scout Troop 77205Bake Sale from Linden Fenton Moms ClubChili, Hotdogs and other refreshments from Boy Scout Troop 212Live ReindeerLive Nativity photo opportunity at First Presbyterian ChurchBeginning at 4 p.m. Hot Cider, Hand Warmers and Parade Starter Kits at Fenton United Methodist Church Family Life CenterBeginning at 6 p.m.Holiday Lighted ParadeChristmas Tree Lighting following the paradeFireworksCookies, Music and Pictures with Santa in the Fenton Community & Cultural Center after fireworksRead more on MLive:

Help Santa spread a little magic and Christmas cheer this season by adopting a letter with the USPS holiday program Operation Santa from now until Dec. 19.

That inflatable Santa in your front yard will become your neighbor’s Christmas decoration if it’s not put away over the next 48 hours. A Wind Advisory goes into effect at 4 a.m. and continues through Wednesday at 10 p.m. with gusts as highs 40-45mph.

Let's get the Elf on the Shelf to work for us this year (and hopefully every year moving forward).

From Santa visits and artisan markets to Christmas parades and tree lightings, these events are sure to put anyone in the holiday mood. Ann ArborJoin more than 100 artists and 30 authors for the Ann Arbor Holiday Art Fair at the Washtenaw County Fairgrounds, 5055 Ann Arbor-Saline Road. MilanSee Santa in person at the Christmas parade hosted by the City of Milan. The parade, starting at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3, will run along West Main Street downtown to Park Street. The society will host Christmas tea at 1 and 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 4.

Have you thought about making macarons part of your holiday celebration?

GRAND BLANC, MI - Get ready Grand Blanc residents, because Winterfest 2022 is coming this week. On Thursday, Dec. 1, located on Grand Boulevard, the festivities will take place from 6-9 p.m. The Grand Blanc Chamber, City of Grand Blanc DDA and the City of Grand Blanc have partnered together for this community event. There will be professional ice sculptures for all to view along with carollers, food, drink and local vendors. The city is asking all participants to bring a non-perishable item to benefit FISH of Grand Blanc.

Let Cameron, our new little boy, grow up believing he has the best extended family who ever existed.

Saturday, Nov. 26 and Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022 | ‘Soul Train Awards’ is on multiple networks.

File photoSanta Claus returns to Grosse Pointe this Friday, along with new and returning parade favorites. THE GROSSE POINTES — “Christmas in Toyland” is the theme of the 2022 Grosse Pointe Santa Claus Parade, presented by the Grosse Pointe Chamber of Commerce. Thousands of spectators, young and old, will line Kercheval for the big event,

BAY CITY, MI - Whether you believe in decorating for Christmas before or after Thanksgiving, one thing is certain in Bay City -- make sure that you have your lights shining bright by mid-December for the chance to win a prize. Bay City announced that the annual Mayor’s Holiday Lighting Contest is returning for 2022. Residents and businesses are being invited to light up the city with bright, cheery light displays for the contest. All of the winners will be announced during the Monday, Dec. 19 Bay City Commission meeting. Bay City is offering its LED holiday lights rebate program once again in 2022.

The 96th “America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White” is a cherished holiday tradition that originates from Detroit.

LINDEN, MI - Linden’s annual holiday celebration is coming up with a lighted parade, kids activities, fireworks, and a visit from Santa. “Linden’s Holiday Happening Frosty Parade & Fireworks” is set for Saturday, Dec. 2 from 5-9:30 p.m. in the city’s downtown area. Each year, the celebration is held on the first Friday of December. The event will feature a tree lighting ceremony, shopping in the moonlight, food trucks, a photo booth, an elf hunt and Linden Mills Museum tours. The Lighted Frosty Parade begins at 7 p.m., and the Frosty Fireworks over the Mill Pond start at 8:30 p.m.People can also enjoy “Breakfast with Santa” on Sunday, Dec. 3 from 8:30-10:30 a.m. at Hyatt Elementary.

The Chicago-favorite holiday tradition is back for a 31st year on Friday. Here's how you can catch the festive train and bus.

More than a month of Christmas activtiies have been planned at the Monroe County Museum System.

If you love the holidays and all the festive events that come with them, get ready for a packed weekend! The weekend before Thanksgiving usually serves as the official kick-off to holiday festivities, and this weekend there’s something happening all over Metro Detroit.

When I was a kid, Santa lived at Oakland Mall. I literally thought he lived above Macy’s and came down in December to hear what I wanted for Christmas.

Main Street Ann Arbor is bringing back its special Santa’s Mailbox with an express connection to the jolly man in red.

The annual Downtown Monroe Tree Lighting event is Nov. 18.

Six Degrees of Santa premieres tonight at 8/7c. Stream every new Lifetime holiday movie with a Philo subscription. Six Degrees of Santa follows Harper, a single mom and Christmas mega-fan. This is meant to continue indefinitely, adding even more magic to Christmas. Watch the premiere of Six Degrees of Santa tonight at 8/7c on Lifetime.

bright floats -- and of course, Santa and Mrs. Claus -- will fill the streets of downtown Jackson for the 2022 Jackson Christmas Parade. This year’s theme is “Christmas Star,” said Ed Hatfield, Downtown Jackson Christmas Parade committee chairman. Music, lights and the usual appearance from Santa and Mrs. Claus at the end can be expected. “We’ve already heard from Santa and Mrs. Claus and they’re excited,” Hatfield said. More information and updates for the 2021 parade can be found on the Downtown Jackson Christmas Parade’s Facebook page.

Tree Town businesses and restaurants will be open late during the annual event offering event discounts, specials, bonus gift cards, giveaways and free gifts.

The red carpet premiere of a Christmas movie filmed in Holly, Michigan is happening Sunday (Nov. 6).

Wayne County will celebrate the Lightfest’s opening with three days of events

Arcade games, photo ops with Santa, and winter bumper cars are part of the downtown hub’s winter activities

JACKSON, MI – Plans to bring a recently-reopened fire station up to date are moving forward in Jackson. A bid from RW Mercer Company to handle upgrades and remodeling work on Fire Station No. The station at 1906 S. Milwaukee St. reopened in January, having previously been vacant since 2011. Before this year, Jackson residents were only being served for more than decade by Station No. 1, 518 N. Jackson St.

GROSSE POINTE SHORES — Christmas meant something different this year for Mayfield and Wingo, Ky., residents staying in the Kenlake Shelter after their homes

This Christmas Eve, Jolly Old St. Nicholas is once again delivering gifts to children around the world in record time. Here's how to track his whereabouts.

This Christmas Eve, Jolly Old St. Nicholas is once again delivering gifts to children around the world in record time. Here's how to track his whereabouts.

Get set for the U.S. Ski Jumping Olympic Trials, airing live on Christmas Day.

Staff at C.S Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor have been bringing holiday cheer to their youngest patients leading up to Christmas.

What’s the Buzz? It’s all about Christmas time for those who celebrate! Tati Amare speaks to friends of the show all about the holidays.

It’s the final Saturday before Christmas! If you have your holiday shopping done, here are some things to look forward to in Detroit.

Through Dec. 20, the Ann Arbor animal shelter is waiving adoption fees for a select group of long-term-stay adult animals

The spirit of the season glows bright throughout Motown with glimmering displays throughout the city. Bundle up and bring the family for holiday memories and traditions.

Christmas is just around the corner and the holiday cheer is ramping up in Detroit! Check out these festive events all throughout town.

A man who loves to decorate for the holidays has taken the Christmas spirit to a whole new level.

We’re used to seeing Santa at the mall, or better yet, on his sleigh delivering toys to children around the world, but you don’t see Santa (let alone hundreds of him) skiing or snowboarding down a mountain.

We’re giving WDIV Insider families that chance to get Santa that very important message through ClickOnDetroit and Local 4 News Today.

Get a classic photo with Santa this month at Briarwood Mall.

The holidays have arrived with shows, events and shopping centered around the festive season.

It’s that time of year! The holiday season is upon us.

From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, pet parents can drop in to have photos of their furbabies taken with Santa at the Ann Arbor animal supply store.

Voting opens at 6 a.m. on Thanksgiving morning and closes Sunday at 11 p.m.

The bands, balloons, the floats, and of course Santa himself. Thursday morning we’re going to see one of the biggest and best events of the year: America’s Thanksgiving Parade.

Thanksgiving is here and bigger than ever with the return of the parade. It’s a great weekend for a staycation here in Detroit with so much to do.

The 95th “America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White” is a cherished holiday tradition that originates from Detroit. The theme this year is “Love on Woodward.”

Local businesses will make sure that well wishes, gift lists and holiday cheer get to the jolly man in red at the Northpole.

Nearly two years into a global health crisis that has killed more than 5 million people, infections are again sweeping across parts of Western Europe.

Just a few days ago the Santa Parade in Mount Clemens was cancelled, disappointing thousands in the Macomb County community. Now, the parade is back on.

So that became available and now I’m trying to do it,” said Damien Lindsey. With the stores likely to be closed for Christmas, a few people might be disappointed when looking into their stocking. Those who have seen this trend year after year said the last-minute shopping wave is lacking compared to year’s past. (Holiday shopping) is not as fluent as it was in the past,” said K&G salesman Sydney Spight. “It’s so hectic with the quarantine and everything and everybody is trying to get their last-minute stuff in,” Lindsey said.

Nothing is going to stop Santa Claus from coming to town. The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) tracks everything in the skies of the United States and Canada -- and that includes Santa’s sleigh and his reindeer this Christmas Eve. You can follow his journey around the globe through one of the livestreams included in this article, or by clicking here. You can call 660-557-2682 to hear a message from Santa.

Nothing is going to stop Santa Claus from coming to town. The North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) tracks everything in the skies of the United States and Canada -- and that includes Santa’s sleigh and his reindeer this Christmas Eve. You can follow his journey around the globe through one of the livestreams included in this article, or by clicking here. You can call 660-557-2682 to hear a message from Santa.

Christmas Day remains snowy. Snow showers return Thursday evening, to prep Santa and his sleigh for a good landing overnight. Christmas Day is a White Christmas in my book. Despite the lack of an inch of snow on the ground in many neighborhoods, snowflakes will be falling with scattered snow showers. · Track the live Michigan Weather Radar here· Track severe weather alerts here· Submit storm photos here· Find more weather forecast articles at Weather Center

ANN ARBOR – The Christmas spirit came alive on Saturday in the Glacier Highlands neighborhood on Ann Arbor’s northside. The Ly family has been welcoming Joe Eadie -- also known as Kerrytown Santa -- into their home for the past nine years. The Ly family with Santa Joe Eadie on Dec. 19, 2020. Santa Joe Eadie surprises children during the pandemic on Dec. 19, 2020. (Carly Ly)Local mothers pose with Santa Joe Eadie on Dec. 19, 2020 in the Glacier Highlands neighborhood in Ann Arbor.

(AP Photo/Lee Jin-man)SEOUL, South Korea — South Korea has added 1,092 new coronavirus cases in a resurgence that is erasing hard-won epidemiological gains and eroding public confidence in the government’s ability to handle the outbreak. It would deliver long-sought cash to businesses and individuals and resources to vaccinate a nation confronting a frightening surge in COVID-19 cases and deaths. Preliminary data on U.S. deaths show the coronavirus pandemic contributing to a 15% or more increase in deaths over last year. ___MEXICO CITY — Mexican officials have reported a new daily high in confirmed coronavirus cases as the country awaits its first shipment of vaccine. ___WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — The Navajo Nation is reporting 151 new coronavirus cases and seven more deaths related to COVID-19.

DETROIT – A Detroit nonprofit helped share the Christmas spirit with kindergarten students at Catherine C. Blackwell Institute, donating bikes and other toys. “This is truly a blessing because for us, we don’t have a Christmas this year,” said mother Shatona Holmes. Holmes lost her job this year but that didn’t mean her son, Maximillan, wasn’t getting any gifts. He along with his classmates at Blackwell institute were surprised with the gifts from Colour Palette 313. Rainey said picking Blackwell Institute students to donate the gifts was an easy decision.

But starting in the mid-afternoon Saturday, expect some rain and snow showers, transitioning to rain as temperatures will max out in the upper 30s. Lake-effect snow showers behind the organized snow could add to those totals somewhat. But whatever falls on the 24th will likely be around for Christmas Day. More lake-effect snow showers are possible Friday, too. Christmas Day will be even colder with highs in the mid 20s.

DETROIT – Through donations from an anonymous donor and Comcast, the Detroit Police Department and the Detroit Public Safety Foundation are spreading some holiday cheer. They are holding their annual Sergeant Santa event that aims to help more than 50 families across Detroit during the holiday season. At least two families from each Detroit precinct and additional families around the city will receive toys, clothes and other items. During these historic times, our dedication to serving and helping the residents of Detroit can make an extraordinary impact. Detroit police chief James CraigThe other partners who helped out with the event include the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Law Enforcement Division, the Detroit Tigers, Kroger, and WWJ News Radio 950.

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