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Simon Eyes Opening Half Of Its Malls This Week
Retail // May 12, 2020

Simon Property Group, the biggest mall retailer in the U.S., said it plans to have around half of its locations open within the next week, chief executive David Simon said in an earnings call Monday (May 11). The change comes as many states are beginning...

Gamblers Descend On Reopened S. Dakota Casinos
Safety and Security // May 12, 2020

Casinos in Deadwood, South Dakota are opening up again, complete with pictures of enthusiastic gamers clad in masks as they crowd around card and dice tables. Casinos in Deadwood were the last in the country to close down amid the coronavirus pandemic and now 11...

Macy’s Plans To Reopen 68 Locations After COVID-19 Closures
Retail // April 30, 2020

As it joins the ranks of returning merchants following COVID-19 store closures, Macy’s intends to open 68 retail locations on Monday (May 4) in states that have eased restrictions. CEO Jeff Gennette foresees having all of the approximately 775 locations open again in six weeks, provided...

The Great Reopening 101: What We Know About The Phased Return To ‘Normal’ So Far
Coronavirus // April 19, 2020

The U.S. economy has been for all intents and purposes shut down due to the global coronavirus pandemic for the last four to six weeks, the exact start date depending on where in the United States you live. While essential service providers like grocery stores...

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Many Restaurant Groups Waiting For Vaccine Before Reopening Dining Rooms

May 14, 2020
Union Square Hospitality Group founder and CEO Danny Meyer said he doesn’t see reopening the dining rooms of his 19 restaurants located across New York City until after there is a vaccine for the coronavirus. “There is no interest or excitement on my part to having a half-full dining room while everyone is getting their […]

Simon Eyes Opening Half Of Its Malls This Week

May 12, 2020
Simon Property Group, the biggest mall retailer in the U.S., said it plans to have around half of its locations open within the next week, chief executive David Simon said...

Gamblers Descend On Reopened S. Dakota Casinos

May 12, 2020
Casinos in Deadwood, South Dakota are opening up again, complete with pictures of enthusiastic gamers clad in masks as they crowd around card and dice tables. Casinos in Deadwood were...

Macy’s Plans To Reopen 68 Locations After COVID-19 Closures

April 30, 2020
As it joins the ranks of returning merchants following COVID-19 store closures, Macy’s intends to open 68 retail locations on Monday (May 4) in states that have eased restrictions. CEO Jeff...