Ryan gets to announce that the Relic Room has expanded and now has another site called the Smoky Mountain Antique Mall. Antiques and relics, what better combination can you find. Just come by and check it out!

Ralph Teetor lost his ight when he was 5, but that did not slow him down. Inventing cruise control and 40 other patents, he never considered himself handicapped. His resilience should be a lesson for all.

Again we do not know the exact time that Christmas trees started. Dating back to the medieval era and spreading across Europe. We also don't know how or when they came to the United States. But what we do know is that the history is fascinating.

Even though the true origin of the candy cane is unknown, its history is full of fun. Starting in Germany and moving to the United States, the candy cane has been enjoyed by people for centuries.

Ryan delves into the historical significence of newspapers to researchers. They are a wealth of information that is disappearing and we are loosing a source of local response to major events.