Restaurateurs seek data and dialogue from Health Department
John Vergos, co-owner of the Rendezvous, said the Shelby County Health Department has never informed him of the rules in a new health directive. (Daily Memphian file)
The Memphis Restaurant Association wants to know why the Health Department rules continue to change for restaurants, and calls for better communication from health officials.
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Memphis Restaurant Association Restaurants and COVID-19 Alisa Haushalter Shelby County Health Department Mike Miller David Sweat Dr. Stephen Threlkeld Doug McGowenBill Dries on demand
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