West Orange lights tree for holiday season

Little Kendria Love couldn't wait. When Santa and Mrs. Claus rode up to West Orange City Hall in a red fire truck, the youngster ran to hug them. It was all part of the traditional Christmas tree lighting ceremony and community celebration held Monday evening. Mayor Randy Branch had the honor of lighting the tree as Emerald Salter sparkled in a star sweater for the occasion. Judge Carl Thibodeaux went inside to read A Cajun Night Before Christmas with Evie and Hanna Garcia watching along with other children and parents.