 Traffic was down to one lane today on Highway 197 in Bemidji, but it wasn't for road construction. Members of the local electricians union spent the morning hanging Christmas decorations from the street lights along the highway. The illuminated trees, candy cans, stars, and stockings are all part of the first City of Lights celebration. Local Union 294 enjoys offering their services to any community who needs assistance in getting ready for the holidays. We do it in Hibene and we've offered in other cities to help out and help get their parades ready and their Christmas decorations ready and stuff and it's all part of the Christmas spirit. The grand lighting of over 165,000 lights will be Friday, November 24th during the Night We Light celebration. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland news, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.