It was a big party in Punxsutawney this weekend. "This is my favorite holiday," one local says of the fuss-free day, adding, ...

You don't want to miss these fascinating facts about Groundhog Day and the furry critters that we celebrate every February.

The groundhog emerges from its burrow on February 2. If the groundhog sees its shadow when it emerges, there will be six more weeks of winter. If it does not see its shadow, spring will arrive soon.

The groundhog emerges from its burrow on February 2. If the groundhog sees its shadow when it emerges, there will be six more weeks of winter. ALSO SEE: The legend of the immortal Punxsutawney ...

"When allowed to be themselves, groundhogs avoid humans, create intricate networks of underground burrows ... "If approached in his natural habitat, he would run away in fear, not volunteer ...

"When allowed to be themselves, groundhogs avoid humans, create intricate networks of underground burrows, communicate with one another ... "If approached in his natural habitat, he would run away in ...