"The Pope," recalled the designer, "was extremely happy to see a nativity scene so special, so beautiful in his square." Designed and carved primarily by Cantone and his wife, this year's nativity ...

Miss Williams cut out, built and painted the silhouette figures ... The live Nativity has been held since 1974. It's one of the only live scenes still held, according to church leaders.

Henderson County residents can expect to see the Nativity scene on display at the courthouse this Christmas. Commissioner's court approved Keep Athens Beautiful to continue their seasonal decorations ...