TYNDALL AIR FORCE BASE, Fla. (WMBB) The commanding officer of the First Air Force is one of the most important jobs not only at Tyndall Air Force Base, but the country, and now there’s a new person in that position. It takes leadership and dedication to defend the skies for the United States Continental […]
NORAD Santa Tracker Brings Some Holiday Normalcy to Even 70-Year-Olds During Pandemic
On 12/24/20 at 6:00 AM EST
In a year that s been defined by cancellations and other disappointments, children and adults alike can find a bit of holiday normalcy by carrying on the tradition of calling the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) to find out when Santa is coming to town.
Nine months into the pandemic, the coronavirus has affected every aspect of life closing businesses, separating families and friends, and moving kids into virtual classrooms. In its 65th year, NORAD s Santa Tracker had to make adjustments to its operations, as well limiting the number of people on the team dedicated to tracking Mr. Claus. But there was never any talk about canceling the long-standing tradition.