Durham eases outdoor gathering limit, urges more health screenings

The order went into effect at 5 p.m. Thursday. This is the ninth amendment to Durham’s order.

“We’re going to also be printing up a thousand signs for some of our small businesses and will be taking them around town, along with masks as a startup kit,” he said.

Moore believe it’s vital in the restaurant business to make swift changes when necessary.

“Restaurants are really vulnerable, extremely vulnerable because only certain people can really do the to-go thing effectively and maintain the integrity of their business model,” said Moore.

Moore said the future of restaurants and bars depends on the health of consumers. That’s why he’s placed signs at his entrances weeks ago. He's also been screening his small team of employees daily.

“We’ve been hit the hardest. We are the social Mecca of society. People come and socialize at restaurants. For me, it’s so important people comply so that we’re able to be around,” Moore said.

“We continue to see a lot of commitment to people keeping themselves and their neighbors safe,” Schewel said.

Durham’s "Back on the Bull" campaign is also now live, providing information and updates in the area.