For 65 years, Holloway's Christmas Trees has been a hallmark of the holiday season in Nipomo, drawing families year after year to stroll its rows and take home the perfect tree.

Now, that tradition may be coming to an end.

About two months ago, owners Carl and Debbie Holloway announced plans to sell their business and retire. Last week, their Christmas trees went on sale, sparking heartfelt reactions from longtime customers who can’t imagine the holidays without this festive landmark.

“For years and years, since my kids were really little, they would run around at Christmas time with Holloway hats,” said longtime customer Christine Hobbs. “It was our tradition that we would come here.”

When Hobbs heard the news, her daughter, affectionately nicknamed “Miss Christmas,” texted her, “Mom,

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