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Black Friday shoppers, as seen in this 2013 file photo, will get an early jump on sales at Lehigh Valley Mall. The mall has announced plans to open at 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving.

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This Thanksgiving, Lehigh Valley Mall in Whitehall Township has announced plans to open at 6 p.m. So put down that drumstick and grab a credit card.

The opening time is two hours earlier than last year, says Kris Hutnick, administrative assistant at the mall.

Hutnick believes it's the first year the mall has opened that early. She expects the majority of the stores to be open, though there are some exceptions.

Kelly Huth may be reached at khuth@express-times.com. Follow her on twitter @LVLfood. Find Lehigh Valley Food on Facebook.