For many, bringing a real Christmas tree home is a cherished holiday tradition. But the journey from a tiny seedling to a festive centerpiece involves a year-long cycle of meticulous care, science-backed techniques, and a deep commitment to sustainability. This process includes careful hand planting, targeted fertilization at multiple stages, selective weed management, thoughtful shearing, and…

Organized Retail Crime (ORC) is a large-scale, multi-jurisdictional operation where criminals steal merchandise from a retailer with the goal of re-selling the stolen goods - not theft for need, but theft for greed. Scott Glenn, vice president of Asset Protection at The Home Depot, explains, “It's not the average person coming in and stealing one item and walking it out the door for personal…