

Santa Claus took a break from the North Pole to pay a visit to Three Star Mall Friday.
Santa made his grand entrance on a McMinnville Fire Department fire truck and handed out candy to children. He then went inside the mall and took photos.
If you missed Santa this weekend, he will be at the mall for pictures throughout the season. Dates include: Dec. 3 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Dec. 4 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Dec. 10 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Dec. 11 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Dec. 17 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Dec. 18 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m., Dec. 22 from 4 to 7 p.m., Dec. 23 from 4 to 7 p.m. and Dec. 24 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hours may vary when Santa is on a break.
There are a variety of photo packages to choose from. A few package options include one 5"x7" photo for $17.95, a 5"x7" and two 3"x5" photos for $23.95 and one digital image on a USB for $21.95. More prices and packages will be available. Pictures will be taken on the stage inside the mall.