Small businesses prepare for shoplifters this holiday season

Newman's layout of her business was designed to keep an eye on foot traffic.

COLUMBUS, Miss. (WCBI) – The holidays are here and many people will be on the hunt to find the perfect gift. While small businesses are gearing up for the busy time of year, they are also looking at ways to prevent shoplifters. Columbus business owner, Emma Newman, tries to prevent shoplifting during the holidays, by getting more hands on deck….

Local boutique gets head start on big holiday shopping crowds

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI) – As the holidays are approaching, businesses in the Golden Triangle are preparing for large crowds. Carli Sparks owns Carlico Boutique. She said she was trying to get ahead of the holiday rush. “We are preparing for black Friday, small business Saturday, cyber-Monday, right now. So, Black Friday is one of our biggest events of the year…