Santa Claus came early to children in Girard and Lake City on Tuesday morning.


Members of the Girard American Legion Post 494 traveled around the community along with Santa Claus to give Christmas gifts to children and meals to their families.


They surprised nine families with a Christmas meal which consisted of a ham, mashed potatoes, a jug of milk, and a pie.

The Girard American Legion has carried on this tradition for years but took a pause due to Covid. They were thrilled to be able to do this once again.


Families were thrilled with the surprise and organizers said they plan to do it again next year.