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An Owen County, Indiana man has revived his family's tradition of decorating a giant pine tree for Christmas.

The tree, now about 80 feet tall, is adorned with more than 3,600 multicolored lights.

The annual lighting ceremony in Whitehall includes fireworks, treats, and a visit from Santa Claus.

The display has grown to include vintage decorations, reindeer, and illuminated elves.

Jesus and Jesse Deckard's Dec. 25 birthday is approaching, which means thousands of sparkling holiday lights will soon be shining from a giant pine tree on the Deckard family farm in Whitehall.

Anyone seeking a dose of Christmas spirit might want to be there when the switch gets flipped at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 29.

There will be fireworks, treats, camaraderie, Santa Claus and the

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