Santa Claus says he is ready for his long journey tonight, with many stops planned in the local area.
Santa took time from his busy schedule at the North Pole to speak with Thunderbolt News, and said his elves have been really busy finishing up the toy lists from all of the letters he has received. (AUDIO)
Santa said he has met and spoken with lots of very good children during his recent visits to Northwest Tennessee and Western Kentucky.(AUDIO)
With the long journey, Santa did ask for all boys and girls to leave a snack of milk and cookies when he visits their homes.