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Association airs plan to save restaurants as another 100,000 locations close

 By Peter Romeo on Jul. 15, 2020

The National Restaurant Association is urging Congress to take more steps to prevent additional closures as states reshut their dining rooms.

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KFC closes dining rooms in its 40 company-owned Florida locations

 By Jonathan Maze on Jul. 14, 2020

The chicken chain is also urging operators to do the same in several states where the coronavirus is spreading again.

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Reopenings pose special challenges for eatertainment brands

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 14, 2020

Just ask Pinstripes, where staff members will shortly be wiping down bowling balls and handing out gloves.

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Mask enforcement becomes a battleground for operators

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 14, 2020

Restaurant owners say diners have brandished weapons and spit on them after being told they must wear a mask to enter.

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Industry groups turn to courts, customers and staff to force reopenings

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 13, 2020

Groups in New Mexico and Texas go to court to thwart governors' shutdown orders.

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Dining rooms are reclosed in more areas as COVID cases soar

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 13, 2020

More jurisdictions, including Texas, say they may have to take that route to temper the surge.

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Main Event adds delivery of food and games, too

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 13, 2020

The eatertainment concept has partnered with Uber Eats to delivery kid-friendly menu items along with laser tag, Velcro darts and more.

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California recloses restaurant dining rooms statewide

By Peter Romeo on Jul. 13, 2020

Bars have been ordered to cease all operations, including to-go business, as the state works to slow COVID-19.

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Operating rules for restaurants tighten as coronavirus cases surge

By Heather Lalley on Jul. 10, 2020

Arizona and New Mexico are among the states and cities taking steps to restrict restaurants and bars amid a virus resurgence.

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Venues that host conventions and conferences are laying the groundwork for reopening

By Patricia Cobe on Jul. 10, 2020

Virtual meetings are dominating now, but consumers are eager for live events to return—with caveats.

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