Local NewsFort Worth Bar’s Liquor License Suspended for Social Distancing and Masking Violations
Brad JohnsonFebruary 10, 2021
After a visit from TABC agents, a Fort Worth bar will now have its operating license suspended for 30 days.
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Civil SocietyLocal NewsTravis County Bars Cannot Reopen, Judge Sam Biscoe Says
Brad JohnsonOctober 14, 2020
After Gov. Abbott said bars could reopen at 50% capacity if allowed by the county, the Travis County judge opted out of the possibility.
Civil SocietyLocal NewsStatewide NewsFort Worth Bar Owner Gains Following for Taking Costly Stand Against Government Closure Orders
Brad JohnsonOctober 14, 2020
In forming a movement of 23,000 people, Fort Worth bar owner Chris Polone's defiance of state and local closure orders has resulted in both legal problems and a devoted following.
Civil SocietyLocal NewsCollin County Bars Can Reopen, Says Judge Chris Hill After Gov. Abbott’s New Order
Brad JohnsonOctober 9, 2020
As of October 14, bars in Collin County will be able to reopen at 50 percent capacity after months of forced closure by the state.
The Texas Bar and Nightclub Alliance said on Wednesday that “bars and nightclubs are now the official scapegoat of the pandemic.”
Statewide NewsGov. Abbott Announces Bars May Reopen at 50% Capacity if County Judges Permit
Daniel FriendOctober 7, 2020
Bars and rafting services may reopen next week to a 50 percent capacity limit, while other businesses may expand to 75 percent capacity.
Civil SocietyStatewide NewsGovernor Abbott Faces New Lawsuit From Bar Owners Over Closure Orders
Brad JohnsonAugust 27, 2020
Two months after Governor Abbott reclosed Texas bars, they continue to struggle to stay afloat while other businesses have been allowed to reopen.
IssuesCity of Abilene Will Not Enforce Governor Abbott’s Bar Closure Order
Brad JohnsonJune 26, 2020
The state-versus-local saga continues as Abilene officials draw a hard line against enforcing the governor's latest closure order.