We are blessed with the bounty of the Piedmont and the staff of the Piedmont Virginian wishes its readers, travelers, and residents a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday.

After you have made your last turkey sandwich and shopped for Black Friday specials, you might want to consider showing your support to our many small businesses with Saturday designated as Small Business Saturday. If you have an American Express card, register it, and you’ll be rewarded with a gift certificate. We are all about local support and small businesses, so reach out and acknowledge these companies that make the region so wonderful.

Have a wonderful holiday and enjoy the many possible weekend outings.