Go local with online options

There are more ways than Amazon and huge national chains to do your Christmas shopping online.

The Pine Knot News is offering a free online "Shop Locally" service to all area businesses and shoppers. Just head to www.pineknotnews.com and click on the Shop Locally button to see what local businesses have to offer. A wide range of businesses are participating: each one has its own page, complete with photos, shopping and contact information, and a map to help customers find them.

Offerings include arts and entertainment, food and drink, services, automotive, apparel, local crafts, household, hea...