City offices in Covington, Kentucky, will be closed on Thursday and Friday for the Thanksgiving holiday. This announcement comes as the nation marks 83 years since President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed a joint resolution of Congress that set the fourth Thursday of November as the official date for Thanksgiving.
The exact origins of Thanksgiving remain a topic of debate among historians, with various claims about when and where the first celebration took place in what is now the United States. Despite these historical disagreements, residents are reminded to conduct any necessary business at City Hall by Wednesday, as services will resume on Monday.
In addition to the closure notice, several Thanksgiving-related tips were shared: ensure thorough cooking of turkey while leaving venison slightly pink or red; drumsticks are considered a favored part of the turkey; yams and sweet potatoes differ; cranberry sauce from a can should be served cautiously; remember to thaw your turkey in advance; prioritize family conversation over TV and phones; avoid political discussions to prevent arguments; and refrain from drinking and driving.
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