Carl Junction spreads holiday cheer with Christmas parade

CARL JUNCTION, Mo. — Folks in Carl Junction didn't let the cold stop them from enjoying their annual Christmas parade.

The parade made its way down Main Street, beginning near the elementary schools and ending at the Carl Junction Community Center.

CJ police led the parade, with the high school marching band, ROTC cadets, and multiple local car clubs following behind to entertain the crowd.

Candy—and even books—were passed out to the kids along the route.

Santa himself rode in the parade on one of the city's antique fire trucks.