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It's another year in the books for the Georgetown Santas.
The group of neighbors have become a popular mainstay in Salina in the days leading up to Christmas each year. Each year the Santas suit up on Georgetown Road in East Salina, handing out candy and popcorn and spreading Christmas cheer.
The tradition began back in 1998, when Jack Schmiedeler moved to Georgetown Road. He noticed a lot of traffic at Christmas from sightseers looking at the lights. He bought a Santa suit, stood outside, waved and gave away candy.
His neighbor from across the street, Paul McDaniel, asked if he could join ...