By Roger Harnack
Franklin Connection
Governor extends shutdown orders to Jan. 4
Business owners worry about staying open as bureaucrats step up enforcement
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Last updated 12/13/2020 at 11:55am
Roger Harnack | Franklin Connection
Hyde Out Bar and Grill owners Dale and Liz Mann worry about their business after being threatened by state liquor agent with fines and license revocation.
OLYMPIA - Gov. Jay Inslee essentially canceled Christmas and New Year's celebrations today, Dec. 8, by ordering coronavirus quarantine orders to remain in place through the end of the year.
"This remains an extremely alarming situation," the governor said during a morning press conference announcing his intent to keep restaurants, bars, gymnasiums, theaters, bowling alleys and other businesses essentially shuttered until at least Jan. 4.
Restaurants and bars are allowed to have outdoor services, but owners say few patrons will sit in the cold. Others say they can't afford elaborate tent sy...
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