Santa Visits Independence in Style

  • Santa and his elf pose after the Independence Christmas parade in front of the town’s Christmas tree in the heart of historic Independence. Tangi Times Photo
    Santa and his elf pose after the Independence Christmas parade in front of the town’s Christmas tree in the heart of historic Independence. Tangi Times Photo

    The final attraction of the Independence Christmas parade on Sunday night was an unusual sleigh ride for Santa Claus and his elf – Independence Fire Department’s classic 1968 Mack Fire Engine. The engine was retired from service but still pumps, according to the volunteer fire fighter at the wheel. The dashing “sleigh” sports several nostalgic features, including a rotary roof light and a polished…