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What is the Christmas tradition of Krampus?

What is the Christmas tradition of Krampus?

From its humble origins in Alpine folklore to its emergence as a globally recognized figure, Krampus has undergone a remarkable transformation.
Making games is a creative journey, says St. Paul-area game developer

Making games is a creative journey, says St. Paul-area game developer

It's a long process to make a caveman happy, as local game developer explains steps to bring UNGA BUNGA to market.
Learning how to decorate reindeer cakes

Learning how to decorate reindeer cakes

Christmas decorating workshop was sweet treat for participants
The checkered history of the poinsettia's namesake and the flower's origins get new attention

The checkered history of the poinsettia's namesake and the flower's origins get new attention

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — Like Christmas trees, Santa and reindeer, the poinsettia has long been a ubiquitous symbol of the holiday season in Canada, the U.S. and across Europe.
École Sainte Catherine holds Francophone Christmas concert

École Sainte Catherine holds Francophone Christmas concert

Francophone students entertain families at Lac La Biche Christmas concert
Concerts are always a bright point of Christmas season

Concerts are always a bright point of Christmas season

Back at the Ranch with Vicki Brooker
Updated threatened species list highlights freshwater fish decline

Updated threatened species list highlights freshwater fish decline

The recently updated Red List of Threatened Species, released by the International Union for Conservation of Nature, now includes 157,190 species, up from 128,918 species recorded in the 2020 report.
Resource industry support much appreciated by local groups

Resource industry support much appreciated by local groups

The oil and gas industry in northeast Alberta has once again helped out Santa, not by putting out feed for his reindeer, but instead adding support to communities through donations large and small prior to the Christmas season.
St. Paul Filipino association hosts Christmas Party

St. Paul Filipino association hosts Christmas Party

On Dec. 16, the Phil-Can Families of St. Paul Association held a Christmas Party at the St. Paul Senior Citizen's Centre, celebrating the holiday and bringing together members of the Filipino community in the St. Paul region.
‘Home for the Howlidays’ gives animals their Christmas wish

‘Home for the Howlidays’ gives animals their Christmas wish

During this year’s holiday season, animals were given some extra snuggles as the Lakeland Humane Society reignited the heartwarming initiative 'Home for the Howlidays.' 
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