Nevada’s live entertainment business was one of the hardest-hit industries during the pandemic but some affected companies received help, thanks to the federal Shuttered Venue Operators Grant.
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“It seems shortsighted that only employees wear masks and not guests,” one business owner said. “Are we really making that big of a difference?”
The new federal Restaurant Revitalization Fund is expected to help Southern Nevada restaurants recover from the effects of the pandemic.
Reduced COVID cases, increases in vaccination numbers and the relaxation of restrictions are producing greater optimism that visitors will have fun in Las Vegas.
Gov. Steve Sisolak’s announcement loosening restrictions on certain businesses next week provides some relief to local bars and restaurants, although not as much as many were anticipating.
Restaurant owners say they can’t figure it out: If they’re such a danger to the public, why aren’t their employees higher in priority in the COVID vaccination plan?
Fremont Street Experience’s website is no longer selling wristbands that grant access to the six-block downtown entertainment district on New Year’s Eve.
Businesses reduced to 25-percent capacity find additional space outdoors, expand takeout, introduce grab-and-go options, add a food truck and other innovations.
The Fremont Street Experience drew thousands of people last year. It’s the second major Las Vegas Valley event designed to ring in the new year that will not happen.
The Walt Disney Co. announced plans to lay off 4,000 more employees largely due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.