SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KY3) - As parents know, it takes a lot to pull off Christmas magic.

Santa will soon have a full schedule with parades, holiday parties and home visits. So, Santa relies on his helpers to make sure all kids have fun during the holidays.

To get his request for help out there, Santa emailed On Your Side with a very important story tip.

“Anybody can go to Walmart and buy a cheap Santa suit and a fake beard,” said James Bethurem with Santa Jim 417. “They call them designer beards. It’s still a fake beard. This is all real.”

When searching for a Santa, check reviews and make sure they’ve had a background check.

Also, ask if they’re insured. Nationwide Santas is a common liability insurance for performers. The company does a background check too.

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