Providence lights up the holiday season

Providence Village had a first during its ninth tree lighting celebration on Monday night—lighting the giant, full-branched outdoor Christmas tree.

Having a full Christmas tree has been the goal of the mayor, council and town staff for years, with its predecessor being the wire and string light tree that remains a part of the town’s holiday display.

“Just like our growing population of new neighborhoods and expanding commercial areas, this tree represents how far we’ve come,” Mayor Linda Inman said during the ceremony. “It stands taller, shines brighter and reflects our continued commitment to creating traditions that bring us all together.”