Burlington Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring what is likely the longest running holiday tradition in the town's history - the home Christmas lighting contest.   More info

Burlington Chamber of Commerce has planned many events and opportunities to make Christmas shopping easier for area residents beginning after Thanksgiving up until Christmas Eve.   More info

Tradition will continue when one of Burlington's biggest and brightest events, the Parade of Lights, dazzles 14th Street for the 22nd time Friday, Dec. 14, at 7 p.m.   More info

Linda Puyear

Sweet Apple Pumpkin PieAn antioxidant-rich, protein-packed healthy dessert option so you can enjoy the flavors of the season guilt-free.   More info

Bat Jack O'Melon    2 round watermelons, preferably yellow, for the body    Kitchen and paring knives    Cutting board    Green dry-erase marker     Large bowl and spoon    Candy corns    4 to 6-inch wooden skewers    Toothpicks    Candle or lightWash watermelons under cool running water and pat dry.   More info

Meatball Hors D’oeuvresMakes 30 meatballs    1 pound ground beef    2 egg yolks    1/3 cup dry bread crumbs    1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese    2 tablespoons chopped parsley    3/4 teaspoon garlic salt    1/2 teaspoon oregano    1/4 teaspoon pepper    2 tablespoons chopped stuffed olives    1/4 cup olive oil    Tangy Barbecue   More info

Darla Hornung

Wrestlers from three schools will be in Burlington Saturday, Dec. 8, when the Cougars host their annual Ray Rhoades Classic. Starting time is set for 9 a.m. and matches will run throughout the day.   More info