 Well, it's also the season for early mornings and long lines as shoppers hit the malls today in search of Black Friday deals. The Westgate Mall in Brainerd opened their doors at six this morning to guests looking for a good deal. Even though online shopping has become increasingly popular, the Westgate Mall still welcomes many eager shoppers. For one local store owner, Black Friday is something she looks forward to all year long. They keep talking about online being so much stronger, but I still say there's merit to come in, feel the merchandise, visit with the customer, you know, really have the experience to pick out where your money's going rather than pushing a button on a computer. Cathy plans to keep many of her sales going tomorrow to participate in small business Saturday. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.