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Where’s Santa? Track him here!

4 months ago in Entertainment, Holiday Guide, Local

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Springfield, IL (CAPITOL CITY NOW) – Families across Central Illinois will once again be able to follow Santa Claus as he makes his way around the world this Christmas Eve, thanks to the NORAD Santa Tracker, available on CapitolCityNow.com!

The popular holiday tradition allows children and adults alike to track Santa’s location in real time as he delivers gifts across the globe. The interactive tracker features maps, updates, and fun facts, making it a festive way to build excitement leading into Christmas morning.

The NORAD Santa Tracker has been a Christmas tradition for decades, blending technology and holiday magic to remind communities of the joy and wonder of the season. CapitolCityNow is pleased to make the tracker easily accessible for local readers once again.

 

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