Crane searches for perfect Christmas tree

The City of Crane is beginning its search for the perfect Christmas tree to become the centerpiece of this year's Main Street holiday celebrations, and officials are asking the community for help finding just the right evergreen.

Each year, a community Christmas tree brings a little extra holiday magic to Main Street, providing a place for residents and visitors to gather, take photographs, and enjoy the sights of the season. This year, the city hopes to find a large, healthy evergreen that will make the downtown area shine with Christmas lights and decorations.

The ideal tree will be tall, full and round, with enough height to leave approximately 15 to 25 feet of tree standing after the lower branches are removed. City officials are also hoping to find a tree located close to Crane to make removal and transportation easier.

Property owners who have a suitable tree are encouraged to consider donating it for the community's holiday display. The city will take care of the tree removal and transportation, but access for trucks and equipment will be necessary to safely move the tree to its new home on Main Street.

The search is also a reminder that sometimes something growing quietly in someone's backyard can become a special part of an entire community's Christmas celebration.

Whether residents have a tree they think might be a good fit or know someone who does, the City of Crane welcomes suggestions and referrals. Anyone with a potential Christmas tree candidate is encouraged to contact Crane City Hall at 417-723-5990 or send a message to the city.

With a little help from the community, Crane hopes to find the perfect evergreen to bring holiday cheer, create lasting memories, and make Main Street merry and bright this Christmas season.