There is something unique about a tree in the center of a downtown that gives it a Christmas atmosphere.

We've actually had angry people in our face while we're trying top put up the tree yelling about how they don't want it there.

I grew up with a Christmas tree, I'm going to stay with a Christmas tree,

Christmas tree farmers, like virtually all other professional farmers, use agricultural chemicals in a careful and prudent manner and Christmas tree recycling has become the norm in virtually all American communities.

It proves that we're still the draw of the county.

I think we can now safely respond to those who complain that there are those who really do want a Christmas tree in the center of downtown Kewanee.