Charlotte Branscum, 3, of Sidney, looks at a Rudolf decoration during the grand illumination ceremony on the courtsquare on Wednesday, Nov. 22. Speakers reminded visitors that Christmas was about the birth of Jesus. After the speakers and some Christmas carols, Santa emerged from the Sidney Courthouse and turned on the courtsquare Christmas lights. Santa then handed out candy canes. The event was held by Sidney Alive with help from Sidney First United Methodist Church Pastor Eileen Hix. Charlotte is the daughter of Justin and Valentine Branscum.

Luke Gronneberg | Sidney Daily News

Santa hands a candy cane to Leta Rank, 12, of Sidney, during the grand illumination ceremony on the courtsquare on Wednesday, Nov. 22. Speakers reminded visitors that Christmas was about the birth of Jesus. After the speakers and some Christmas Carols Santa emerged from the Sidney Courthouse and turned on the courtsquare Christmas lights. Santa then handed out candy canes. The event was held by Sidney Alive with help from Sidney First United Methodist Church Pastor Eileen Hix. Leta is the daughter of Tiffany and Sean Rank.

Luke Gronneberg | Sidney Daily News

Luke Gronneberg | Sidney Daily News

Luke Gronneberg | Sidney Daily News