By Dorothy York, President and CEO of North American Precis Syndicate (NAPS)
Families are preparing to enjoy Christmas in news ways, to keep kids healthy and safe, in response the COVID-19 pandemic. Journalists are eager to receive stories with helpful advice to protect the public and make life more fun, in person and online, to fill special sections.
To help our clients find formats that are getting the best results, North American Precis Syndicate ranks the top feature news stories of the year by the highest number of placements in media outlets nationwide. We have compiled the results to show the top feature news stories of the decade, those that have performed brilliantly, way above and beyond what is typically expected. Holiday season results are usually higher than average because editors need content to fill in between ads.
The most successful stories included attractive color photos or infographics, helpful advice from experts, celebrity spokespeople, the latest statistics, results from surveys, trends, time-saving tips, money saving ideas and other helpful information. The stories were targeting people across various demographic groups, relating to making the world a better place, protecting the health, safety and assets, of the readers, their friends and family members.
We are passionate about working on the kinds of stories that help millions of people nationwide with the news that is potentially life saving or can improve the quality of their lives.
To name a few, here are our top Christmas stories of the decade for inspiration:
BookTrib
STIHL
Christmas Tradition/ How To Choose A Christmas Tree: Tips From Expert Arborist Mark Chisholm
Zazzle
Energy Star
Gift Ideas/ Gifts That Do A World Of Good
BH Gifts
Gift Ideas/ Last Minute Gift Ideas From The Grocery Store/ Stocking Stuffers
EHealth
How To Put A Bow On Your Holiday Health Care Conversations
Maurice’s
Holiday Glamour/ Gift Yourself A Very Merry Holiday
Good Cook Roaster
Talking Turkey/ Better Basting For A More Beautiful Bird
Quicken
Holiday Trends/ Happiness And How Couples Spend
Car Care Council
Be Car Care Aware/ Six-Point Vehicle Check: A Gift That Keeps On Giving
Vanilla Gift Card
Holiday Shopping/ How To Give The Most Requested Gift This Holiday Season
National Volunteer Fire Council
Fire Safety/ Home Fire Risks Increase As Weather Cools
USPS
1- Holiday Happenings/ It’s That Time Of Year Again!!
2- Holiday Hints/ Five Tips For Safety
1-800-Flowers
1- Floral Advice/ Bring Home Some Wild Beauty
2- Holiday Gift Ideas/ Hostess Gifts That Show You're A Blooming Genius
UPS
News Of Jobs/ Seasonal Work Can Bring The Gift Of A Great Career
Lexus/ Amazon Alexa/ Apple Car Play
Great Gifts/ Forget The Halls...Deck The Driveway
Airwick
Holiday Hints/ Tips To Help You Make The Season Bright
Crispy Green
Holiday Travel/ Tips To Make Your Trip Terrific
Treehouse
Holiday Gift Ideas/ Gifts That Matter
Herbalife
Holiday Health Hints/ Healthy Holiday Eating Is Easier Than You Think
MFPA
1- Christmas Tradition/ Holiday Cards With A Difference
2- Holiday Ideas/ Give Something Special This Year
Henry Schein
Pet Care/ Holiday Safety Suggestions For Pet Parents
AHA
Health Awareness/ Avoiding A Heart Attack
Chef’s Choice
Holiday Gift Ideas/ Sweet, Sweeter And Sweetest Ideas For The Ice Cream Lover
American Christmas Tree Association
Christmas Tradition/ Genuine Facts About Artificial Christmas Trees
Lowe’s
Holiday Entertaining/ Impress Holiday Guests With A Stylish Home Refresh
Roku
1- Holiday Entertaining/ Have A Streaming Good Time
2- Holiday Ideas/ Binge-Watching Becomes A New Holiday Tradition
Association of Dressings and Sauces
Warm Up The Season: Recipes With The Secret Of Sauce
Pratt & Lambert
Holiday Decorating Tips/ Five Elegant Paint Ideas To Update Your Home For The Holidays
Shriners Hospitals
1- Holiday Safety/ Tips To Help Keep Children Safe This Season
2- Holiday Safety/ Fire Prevention Tips
3- Road To Safety/ What Teen Drivers Need To Know
Generac
Holiday Gift Ideas/ Tips To Better Gift Giving By Powering Up Your Holiday Gift List
Petmate
Holidays and Pets/ 'Twas The Night Before Christmas Poem For Pets
Nixplay
Making Life Better/ Giving The Gift Of Great Memories
Toy Association
Toy Time Machine/ Toy Time Machine: Classic Toys Are Making A Comeback!
BVA
Veteran News & Notes/ How Veterans Help Other Veterans
Mopar
Gift Guide/ What To Get The Auto Enthusiast On Your List
PediaCare
Pointers For Parents/ Simple Steps To Keep Kids Healthy During Cold And Flu Season
Macy’s
Gift Ideas/ The Anatomy Of Gift Giving
ScentSicles
Holiday Hints/ Sweet Scents Of Joy
American Greetings
Electrical Safety Foundation International
1- Holiday Safety/ Decorating Ideas
2- Holiday Hints/ Ten Tips For A Safer Season
1-800-Baskets
Ways To Celebrate Christmas With A Smile
TransUnion
Holiday Shopping/ Check Your Credit
American Veterinary Medical Association, ASPCA and Humane Society
Pet Care/ How About A Gerbil Under The Christmas Tree This Year?
Mitsubishi
Holiday Hints/ Taking Your Best Santa Photo Ever
American Home Furnishings Alliance
Holiday Safety/ There's No Place Like A Safe Home For The Holidays
White Diamonds
Holiday Glamour/ Scent-sational Gift Ideas
Madison Louis Jadot
Entertaining Ideas/ Be Wine Wise
Disney
1- Pointers For Parents/ Help Kids Learn The True Joy Of Giving
2- Holiday Hints/ Teaching Children The True Meaning Of The Season
Amazon
Holiday Baking/ Cake Pops Treats!
Swarovski
CIT
Holiday Shopping Guide/ Seasonal Cheer For Consumers
Marshalls and T.J. Maxx
Holiday Gift Ideas/ Find Fabulous Gifts For Less
Dreyer’s/Edy’s /Nestle
For Easy Holiday Fun--Have An Open House
Norton
Tech Topics/ How To Stay Safe Online This Holiday Season
FedEx
Holiday Hints/ Plan Ahead To Simplify Holiday Shipping
ClosetMaid
The Garage: Control The Clutter
The Elf on the Shelf
Pointers For Parents/ Helping Families Have Happier Holidays
The Sharper Image
Great Gift Ideas/ Five Reasons To Buy An E-Reader
Clabber Girl
Holiday Entertaining/ An Economical Yet Tasteful Way To Make The Most Of The Holidays
Ovation
Holiday Classics/ How "The Nutcracker" Became A Family Tradition
Pigeon Forge
What's New In Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
https://mynewstouse.com/stories/whats-new-in-pigeon-forge-tennessee-for-2010,33095?
Sears
Holiday Hints/ Celebrate Family over the Holidays with Personalized Gifts
Perfumania
Creative Gift Giving/ The Joy Of Giving The Best For Less
Valley Forge
Holiday Travel/ Decorated For The Season
Remington
Gift-Giving Trends/ Trimming The Cost Of Gift Giving
Christmas Seals
A Healthy Holiday Tradition Returns
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