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Tuesday, December 04, 2012  A Missouri Democratic lawmaker is trying to stop "black Friday" shopping from ruining the Thanksgiving dinners of workers.

Tuesday, November 27, 2012  A St. Louis County man is accused of shooting another man over the cost of Thanksgiving dinner.

Thursday, November 22, 2012  Americans prepare to mark Thanksgiving with family, celebrations; Sandy overshadows for some

Wednesday, November 21, 2012  This year's Black Friday bargain hunt is beginning early at many stores.

Wednesday, November 21, 2012  Slow economic recovery forces Thanksgiving travelers to make sacrifices, rely on relatives

Tuesday, November 20, 2012  Officials with the food bank say the demand is fairly high in the area this time of year.

Thursday, November 15, 2012  Thanksgiving was nearly canceled at a Southwest Missouri food pantry.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011  KRCG Facebook fans wanted to know how the Pilgrims celebrated the first Thanksgiving.

Wednesday, November 23, 2011  Americans pay more to celebrate Thanksgiving, but higher prices don't deter travelers

Tuesday, November 22, 2011  Turkey leftovers can be a healthy addition to plenty of new dishes.

Tuesday, November 22, 2011  When you eat your Thanksgiving meal, Governor Jay Nixon wants you to thank a farmer.

Saturday, November 19, 2011 

Friday, November 18, 2011  Officials with Amtrak said they want to make sure families and friends get connected for Thanksgiving this year.

Wednesday, November 09, 2011  Does working the day after Thanksgiving save the state money? That's the question many of our viewers and Facebook fans wanted us to ask the Governor's office, after Gov. Nixon decided for the second straight year not to sign the proclamation declaring it a holiday.

Monday, November 07, 2011  State workers were told on Monday that all state offices would be open on the day after Thanksgiving.