Tuesday, December 25, 2007

Tuesday's story ideas

(Admit it, you thought I'd forget you, right?)



One of the best Christmas features I ever did took a bit of planning, and sorry I didn't mention this sooner. I borrowed a bullhorn, went to a nice neighborhood, and yelled, "This is Channel 10. Come out and show us your toys." The kids poured out of their homes and showed off their hauls. Of course, now you've got find find a bullhorn...

Unloading stuff you don't want on ebay. You'd be amazed at the great deals you can find from people desperate to get rid of unwanted gifts.

Flying on Christmas. It's a bargain, so the airport isn't as dead as you might think.

People who have to work. Visit a hospital, firehouse, police station... talk to people who keep the peace when everyone is off.

Christmas movies. Tons of people on family overload head for an escape at the local theater.

Homeless Christmas. Where do the people go after they've had the traditional photo op holiday dinner? Back out into the cold?

And finally, after watching "A Christmas Story," just wondering if there's anyone named "Bumpus" in your market.


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