Ethan Hoagland
As a snow storm brewed over the Santiam Pass, Sweet Home officially kicked off the Christmas season with the lighting of the city Christmas tree at city hall. Too low for the snow, the hearth of holiday cheer provided a bulwark for community members against the cold, persistent rain.
To help lift spirits, the Sweet Home Singing Christmas Tree choir came down from the branches to guide a sing-along with eager attendees. The…