The 2025 National Tree Lighting Ceremony took place last night, December 4. Held on the Ellipse just south of the White House, this year’s ceremony comprised the usual in the way of entertainment, remarks, and a slew of other onsite follies. Credit: Wikimedia Commons The main event was, of course, the official seasonal lighting of … Continue reading History of White House Christmas Tree Traditions
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Ocean City’s Annual White Marlin Open Promises ‘Reel’ Good Times
It’s that time of year again—time for the “World's Largest and Richest Billfish Tournament” to get underway in Ocean City, Maryland. A beloved annual tradition spanning more than five decades and still going strong, it’s the one and only White Marlin Open. Credit: LC Hermoza (created with Canva from public ad) Participating anglers of all … Continue reading Ocean City’s Annual White Marlin Open Promises ‘Reel’ Good Times