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Lake Garda, Italys largest lake, offers a peaceful escape with stunning scenery and rich history. Sirmione, a charming town on the lakes southern edge, is home to a fourteenth-century castle and serves as a perfect starting point for boat tours. Local boat operators share their love for working on the lake, offering memorable experiences with Italian music and historical insights. Visitors can enjoy delicious meals, cozy accommodations, and historical sites, all set against breathtaking panoramic views.

Columbia Sportswear unveils Team USA Curlings new uniforms, blending outdoor performance and American pride. The Portland-based company, led by Becca Johnson, designed competition outfits and casual wear for the athletes, featuring 250 stars for American history and personalized patches. Athletes Cory Thiesse and Korey Dropkin praised the fit, warmth, and flexibility of the designs, ensuring comfort and performance at the Winter Olympics.

Sustainability experts reveal that real Christmas trees have a lower carbon footprint than artificial ones, with an average of 3.5 kg CO2 compared to 40 kg CO2 for a typical artificial tree. Real trees also support environmental benefits like carbon absorption and wildlife habitats. This year, fresh trees are well-stocked, and purchasing one contributes to planting new seedlings. If you already own an artificial tree, using it for at least ten years can help reduce its environmental impact.

Indiana National Guard deploys 300 soldiers to D.C. for Safe and Beautiful mission, focusing on community safety patrols and traffic control, aiming to reduce crime and maintain peace.

Indianapolis Adopt-a-Family event breaks records, supporting 100 households with gifts, clothing, and essentials. Over 1500 volunteers transform JCC Laikin Auditorium into a holiday workshop, restocking Popsies Pantry and addressing the growing need for food, personal care items, and household essentials.

Indianas inaugural bobcat trapping season concluded prematurely, reaching its quota of 250 bobcats on December 6th. The season, initially set for November 8th to January 31st, was cut short due to trappers quickly meeting the limit. Trapping was permitted in 40 southern Indiana counties, where bobcat populations are robust. The DNR aims for sustainable bobcat numbers, but some, like Brian Corbin, support trapping due to bobcats preying on livestock. Animal advocates, like Samantha Chapman, oppose the season, citing concerns over population models and potential overcounting of bobcats.