OKANOGAN — Santa Claus made his first stops in Okanogan County last weekend, rolling into Brewster, Twisp and Tonasket for their annual community tree lightings. His holiday tour continues this week as he heads to several more communities for parades, parties and early-season festivities.

Santa, carolers and lighted farm equipment will take center stage during the Okanogan Farm Lights Festival tonight, Dec. 3.

Staging for the tractor parade starts at 5:30 p.m. on Tyee Street in front of the Okanogan Grange Hall. Chamber organizers say tractors, fire trucks, pickup trucks, flatbeds, cool cars and wagons are welcome.

The parade and downtown lighting will be at 6 p.m.

Santa will meet with youngsters and be available for photos after the parade.

Queen Street will be blocked off between Se

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