

John Vizcarra, director of operations at Stage Door casino, said that he feels bad for the financial impact that this will have on his employees and the uncertainty that they will be living with during the next couple of weeks. Is a question that owners and management have too. I know it has to happen but is a little sad moment,” shared Williams.īoth employees and customers know the day they can reopen will come, but they’re not sure when will that happen. “It’s like a family atmosphere, so I pretty much know everybody, so I’m just going to miss seeing their faces. It's a little hard to smile”, shared Alexander before cleaning the bar stools.Ĭustomers at other local bars, including Stage Door casino, had mixed emotions as well.įor years, Lamonte Williams has been a regular at this local bar and he can’t wait to come back after tonight. This time, being singled out, they’re heartbroken, they want to be able to get off of work, come in, enjoy a drink and get a smile. “They’re heartbroken from a second time, you know? The first time is understandable, absolutely, let’s stop this virus from growing. Some of them even told her goodbye before leaving.

I’m afraid for myself too, I mean, this is a mom-and-pop place, it's a small person, is owned by one person, not a corporation, and I'm worried that we're not going to be able to reopen because we can’t make the rent," said Alexander. “I’m afraid for my bartenders, my cleaning guys. Katie Alexander, general manager and bartender at the Huntridge Tavern, is devastated. The ambiance at the Huntridge Tavern shifted from its typical joyful Friday night to one of sadness among customers.īoth employees and customers were wondering when they’ll be able to get together and drink again in the bar. About Press Copyright Contact us Creators Advertise Developers Terms Privacy Policy & Safety How YouTube works Test new features Press Copyright Contact us Creators. Sisolak announces bars will return to Phase 1 Steve Sisolak mandated them to shut their doors after a statewide spike in COVID-19 cases. The second shutdown of bars was looming on July 10 at 11:59 p.m.
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) - It was the final countdown, yet again, for hundreds of bars in Nevada.
