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FILE - An aerial view of flood damage left in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene is seen Sept. 28, 2024, in Greene County, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV, File)

It's not uncommon for real Christmas trees this year to cost $200 locally due to a multiple factors affecting supply and demand on a national level. Local businesses have different pricing strategies while national supply generally remains stable post-Hurricane Helene. Though rising costs contribute to higher prices, the spirit of Christmas continues to drive customers to shop local.

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The Maryland Army National Guard has been assisting with recovery efforts in North Carolina in response to Hurricane Helene. Governor Wes Moore approved a team of 12 soldiers, along with two helicopters and three civilian firefighters from the Maryland Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team (MD-HART), for the mission.