Community Camera: December 24, 2020

(Contributed Photo/David Lord)

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Adam Louis
Dec. 25, 2020 5:30 a.m.
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David Lord captured this winter wonderland illuminating a generous part of Elm Road in Agassiz. Christmas light displays have popped up everywhere across Agassiz-Harrison, making for a festive tour of lights worth exploring when night falls.

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