In this episode of King in the Community, host Nate King sits down with Justin Martin, one of 12 Santas participating in the 26th annual Georgetown Santas event in Salina. From humble beginnings with a single Santa and leftover Halloween candy to a full-scale Christmas drive-through experience, the Georgetown Santas have become a cherished tradition for locals and visitors alike.

<i>Click the play button above to watch Georgetown Road transform into a winter wonderland.&nbsp;</i>

Justin shares heartwarming stories of spreading joy to all ages, the evolution of the iconic Santa shacks, and the logistics behind serving thousands of bags of popcorn in just three nights. Discover how this community-driven event continues to grow, fueled by the magic of Christmas and the generosity of Salina’s residents.

Learn more or donate at <a href="https://GeorgetownSantas.com">GeorgetownSantas.com</a>.

Follow the Georgetown Santas on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/georgetownsantas">Facebook.</a>

<div><iframe title="Justin Martin, Salina's Georgetown Santas" allowtransparency="true" height="150" width="100%" style="border: none; min-width: min(100%, 430px);height:150px;" scrolling="no" data-name="pb-iframe-player" src="https://www.podbean.com/player-v2/?i=bhkzd-175f0bf-pb&from=pb6admin&share=1&download=1&rtl=0&fonts=Arial&skin=60a0c8&font-color=&logo_link=episode_page&btn-skin=60a0c8" loading="lazy"></iframe></div><p><b>By SALINA POST</b></p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735159218573.jpeg" alt="The Santa Shack was popping with popcorn at the 2024 Georgetown Santas event. <b>Photo by Bryan Dennett</b>" />
                        <figcaption>The Santa Shack was popping with popcorn at the 2024 Georgetown Santas event. <b>Photo by Bryan Dennett</b></figcaption>
                    </figure><p>In this episode of King in the Community, host Nate King sits down with Justin Martin, one of 12 Santas participating in the 26th annual Georgetown Santas event in Salina. From humble beginnings with a single Santa and leftover Halloween candy to a full-scale Christmas drive-through experience, the Georgetown Santas have become a cherished tradition for locals and visitors alike.</p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1735159284021.jpeg" alt="A total of 12 Santas from Georgetown Road in Salina Kansas greeted drivers as they made their way down the street last weekend. Visitors were greeted with Christmas music, popcorn, and candy. <b>Photo by Bryan Dennett</b>" />
                        <figcaption>A total of 12 Santas from Georgetown Road in Salina Kansas greeted drivers as they made their way down the street last weekend. Visitors were greeted with Christmas music, popcorn, and candy. <b>Photo by Bryan Dennett</b></figcaption>
                    </figure><div><iframe src="https://www.facebook.com/plugins/video.php?height=314&href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fgeorgetownsantas%2Fvideos%2F1493997224615594%2F&show_text=false&width=560&t=0" width="560" height="314" style="border:none;overflow:hidden" scrolling="no" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" allow="autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowFullScreen="true"></iframe></div><p><i>Click the play button above to watch Georgetown Road transform into a winter wonderland.&nbsp;</i></p><p>Justin shares heartwarming stories of spreading joy to all ages, the evolution of the iconic Santa shacks, and the logistics behind serving thousands of bags of popcorn in just three nights. Discover how this community-driven event continues to grow, fueled by the magic of Christmas and the generosity of Salina’s residents.</p><p>Learn more or donate at <a href="https://GeorgetownSantas.com">GeorgetownSantas.com</a>.</p><p>Follow the Georgetown Santas on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/georgetownsantas">Facebook.</a></p><figure>
                        <img src="https://media.eaglewebservices.com/public/2024/12/1733417405151.jpeg" alt="Hayes, Lindsey, Harrison, and Justin Martin" />
                        <figcaption>Hayes, Lindsey, Harrison, and Justin Martin</figcaption>
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2024 Salina Georgetown Santas