18 children officially adopted in Florida courthouse during holiday celebration

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18 children officially adopted in Marion County during 'Home for the Holidays' celebration

Eighteen children were officially adopted in Marion County during the 'Home for the Holidays' celebration.

Eighteen children were officially adopted last week in Marion County during the annual "Home for the Holidays" celebration.

The Fifth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida says Circuit Judge Stacy M. Youmans presided over the adoptions Dec. 13 at the Marion County Courthouse.

Those in attendance at the annual ceremony also included local and state politicians, judges, attorneys, dignitaries from Kids Central Inc., and well-wishers welcoming the families.

Eighteen children were officially adopted in Marion County during the Home for the Holidays celebration. (Credit: Fifth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida)

The holiday adoption included festive decorations, holiday music, presents, and visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Families adopting the children also received a signed adoption certificate and an ornament with their family name.

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The Source: The information in this article comes from the Fifth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida and was shared with FOX 35 News.