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The best way to work off your Thanksgiving meal(s): shop ‘til you drop. Black Friday shopping has got to qualify as an extreme sport, amirite? The State compiled a Black Friday guide to let you know who’s open, who’s closed, and what hot deals you should keep your eye on.

Here are some of this year’s most sought-after items according to bestblackfriday.com:

Another deal to keep your eye on: Target | Samsung 49” 4K Ultra HD TV | special purchase price of $429.99

~22 stores are confirmed open today in S.C., including Wal-Mart, Target, Macy’s + Best Buy. ~59 statewide stores are confirmed closed today, including Academy Sports + Outdoors, Costco, Dillard’s + H&M.

4 min read / The State

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