Local Authorities Gearing Up for Thanksgiving Holiday and Black Friday

(Festus/Crystal City) Local authorities are asking people to play it smart if you’re going to be drinking this upcoming Thanksgiving holiday and make sure to have a designated driver if you plan to travel.

Festus Police Captain Doug Wendel says the night before Thanksgiving has become a big party night.

Crystal City Police Captain Mike Pruneau adds people that plan to partake in Black Friday shopping at the Festus/Crystal City Walmart on Thanksgiving night need to be mindful of their surroundings when driving through the parking lot.