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Photojournalism: Christmas lights make the season merry around Columbia County

Jeannie and Scott Hudson enjoying the Christmas lights in Columbia County.

Date: December 19, 2022
By Scott Hudson

Reporter Scott Hudson and his wife Jeannie share some of the delights of the season that they encountered as they spent Sunday, Dec. 18 evening exploring Columbia County in search of the Christmas spirit.

They found skaters at Evans Town Center and others enjoying the light displays there, and they also found a couple of spectacularly decorated lawns. They share the pictures here.

Town Center Park in Columbia County is ablaze in lights from one end of the park to the other. According to a posted sign, the tallest Christmas Tree in the nation is 221 feet tall, Columbia County’s tree measures 50 feet and has a dazzling LED tree nearby that is almost as tall. Staff photo by Scott Hudson
A nutcracker guards to entrance as the line of people wait their turn to try out ice skating at Town Center Park. Staff photo by Scott Hudson
Kids of all ages test out their ice skating skills, but some need a little extra help. Evans Town Center does offer lessons for those who would prefer not to land on their bottom and go skidding across the ice. Staff photo by Scott Hudson
Town Center Park has several area set up that are perfect for photo opportunities with the family such as this dazzling tunnel of lights. Staff photo by Scott Hudson
The entire perimeter of Town Center Park is ringed lighted displays, far too many to count. Staff photo by Scott Hudson
A nativity scene is the focal point of the display at this home located on Old Trail off Flowing Wells Road. Staff photo by Scott Hudson
This home off of Columbia Road wins the prize for largest inflatable reindeer. Staff photo by Scott Hudson
This house in Windmill Plantation is ready for a holiday season that is both merry and bright. Trees, reindeer and even a train brighten the night, Staff photo by Scott Hudson
Cars were backed up with people getting out to see the snowmen, angels, reindeer and even a glittering Loch Ness monster rising from the lake. Staff photo by Scott Hudson
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The Author

Scott Hudson is an award winning investigative journalist from Augusta, GA who reported daily for WGAC AM/FM radio as well as maintaining a monthly column for the Buzz On Biz newspaper. Scott co-edited the award winning book "Augusta's WGAC: The Voice Of The Garden City For Seventy Years" and authored the book "The Contract On The Government."

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