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How COVID-19 Blindsided The Service Industry

News Feature Project depicting how the pandemic has effected restaurants in Southern California.

News Feature Article

When the pandemic first hit, followed by mandatory lockdowns, restaurants had to quickly adjust their operations. But “two weeks to slow the spread” turned into a year of uncertainty.

Podcast

Interview with server Chelsea Stambler, who lost her job at the beginning of the pandemic and is trying to put the pieces back together after a year of unemployment. 

Video

Restaurant owners struggled through the ups and downs that came with the COVID-19 restrictions. Restaurant owner, Bill Graw, shares his story of how the pandemic impacted his business and his plans to recover. 

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