[1995]
[Santa's OFFICIAL News Source]
Saturday Dec 14, 2024
Saturday Dec 14, 2024
[Mrs Claus]
Holiday Cakes & Pies

Celebrate the season with Applesauce Cake—moist, spiced, and made with real applesauce for a rich, comforting flavor. Perfect for Christmas, holiday dinners, or cozy fall gatherings, this easy-to-make cake is a sweet addition to any festive table.


Indulge in the timeless comfort of homemade Banana Bread—moist, sweet, and bursting with rich banana flavor that your little elves will love. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or holiday gatherings, this easy-to-make treat is sure to become a family favorite. Santa especially loves it warm with a pat of butter!


Enjoy a slice of homemade Cherry Pie with a flaky, golden crust and a sweet-tart cherry filling. Perfect for Christmas, holiday gatherings, or any special occasion, this classic dessert will delight your family and guests alike.


Bake the perfect homemade Christmas apple pie this holiday season! Filled with sweet, spiced apples and a buttery, flaky crust, this classic dessert is a must-have for your Christmas dinner or holiday gatherings. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for the ultimate festive treat!


[Long Jump Final Round Takes Off]

Long Jump Final Round Takes Off

Second Gold is Awarded

Welcome back to this year's Reindeer Games! Yesterday, our Great Eight reindeer battled in the first round of the long jump competition, which was our second event of the games.

And all eight put on a great show, all going more than 24 miles on their first jump, another amazing show by the very, very talented and famous reindeer. But it was Cupid, Vixen, Donder and Prancer who went the farthest on the first day.

And so they’re back for the final round to see who wins the gold medal.

“This should be an exciting final round,” said Rudolph, with his red nose flashing brightly. “All the deer are showing tremendous skill and grace in this event. It’s kind of hard to follow them for 24 miles, but the elfian cameramen should have some good video for us.”

Yes, indeed, our reindeer do jump 24 miles or so, and so most of our fans at the North Pole are watching this event on the big TV screen in Santa’s Workshop Arena.

Well first up is Donder. And he makes a good approach toward the jumping line and digs in, and, oh my, he’s off. And it’s a spectacular jump – officially 24.6 miles! That will be tough to beat.

[by Timbo Elf]

Next is Prancer. Another good approach, and a fine takeoff, and yes, another spectacular jump. The official elves measure it at 24.5 miles. That’s good for second place right now.

And now it’s Vixen. Vixen is our defending champion in this event – the winner of last year’s gold medal for the long jump. He will be tough to beat for sure.

Vixen is off and in the air, and, my it’s a long, long leap. Looks like the elves mark it at 26.1 miles. Fantastic! That’s good for first place right now.

And now it’s Cupid. This is our final deer. Cupid must go more than 26.1 miles or Vixen will be the winner again. Well, Cupid is up and heading for the takeoff line. And it’s a fine takeoff and looking like a spectacular jump. Wow, in fact, it’s so spectacular, it’s hard to see how long it really is.

“This could be our winner,” said Rudolph, “but let’s see what the official elves say.”

The elves are on the course and they’ve finally marked the spot. What is the distance?

“It’s 26.2 miles!” said Rudolph. “That’s fabulous. We have our gold medal winner for the long jump.”

And so check back tomorrow when the Reindeer Games continue with the first round of the next event – the Sprint Race. And after that, we’ll have the Around The World Marathon, Figure Skating, Speed Skating, Obstacle Course and the 2222 Mile Marathon.


-- More Reindeer Games --
[Reindeer Games: Figure Skating Begins!]
Reindeer Games: Figure Skating Begins!
Published Friday December 13, 2024

The Reindeer Games continue with the Figure Skating event! Rudolph steps in as judge while elves work hard on toys for Christmas. Read more here!

[Around the World Marathon Final]
Around the World Marathon Final
Published Thursday December 12, 2024

The Reindeer Games finale of the Around-the-World Marathon brings the Great Eight back to the North Pole. Who will win the fourth gold medal? Find out now!

[Grueling Marathon Continues]
Grueling Marathon Continues
Published Wednesday December 11, 2024

The Reindeer Games continue as the third leg of the Around-the-World Marathon takes the Great Eight through South America, across the Pacific, and into Asia.

[Marathon Shows Endurance ]
Marathon Shows Endurance
Published Tuesday December 10, 2024

Santa is still missing, but the Reindeer Games continue with the Around-the-World Marathon. The reindeer race through the U.S. as the marathon heats up!

[The World's Longest Marathon]
The World's Longest Marathon
Published Monday December 09, 2024

As the Reindeer Games continue, Santa Spotters search for Santa and Waldo – but they might just spot some reindeer in the skies too!

[Sprint Race Sprints to Final Round]
Sprint Race Sprints to Final Round
Published Sunday December 08, 2024

The Sprint Race heats up in the Reindeer Games! Who will take home the gold in the final round—Dasher, Comet, Donder, or Prancer? Find out now!

[Sprint Race Begins Today]
Sprint Race Begins Today
Published Saturday December 07, 2024

The Reindeer Games continue with the exciting Sprint Race! See which of Santa's fastest reindeer races to victory in the third event of the competition!

[Long Jump Final Round Takes Off]
Long Jump Final Round Takes Off
Published Friday December 06, 2024

The Long Jump final in the Reindeer Games heats up as Vixen, Cupid, Donder, and Prancer compete for gold! Who will soar the farthest to win the gold medal?

[How Far Can They Jump?]
How Far Can They Jump?
Published Thursday December 05, 2024

The Reindeer Games' Long Jump event kicks off with the Great Eight soaring to impressive distances! Who will leap the farthest and earn the second gold medal?

[High Jump Moves to Second Day]
High Jump Moves to Second Day
Published Wednesday December 04, 2024

The Reindeer Games continue with an exciting high jump showdown! Who will soar to victory as the bar climbs higher and higher? Find out who takes home the first gold medal!

[High Jump Competition Begins]
High Jump Competition Begins
Published Tuesday December 03, 2024

The Reindeer Games have begun! Who will win the first gold medal in the high jump? Don’t miss the thrilling competition as the reindeer leap higher than ever!

[Reindeer Games Opening Ceremony]
Reindeer Games Opening Ceremony
Published Monday December 02, 2024

Santa’s missing, and the Reindeer Games are in jeopardy! Can the elves keep the festivities going without him? Read the latest update on the North Pole’s biggest event!

[Get Ready for the Reindeer Games]
Get Ready for the Reindeer Games
Published Friday November 01, 2024

The Games will begin on the Monday following the American holiday of Thanksgiving.

[Personalized Products]

Celebrate your child's kindness and good deeds with Terrific Task Tuesday from North Pole Times! This weekly feature highlights the top acts of kindness from children around the world, with a chance for your child to be featured in Santa's exclusive task report atop the Nice List.

[The North Pole Times News Team]