America calls out sick
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As America comes down with Covid-19 again, stores, restaurants, airlines and other industries have few other options but to serve customers less — or not at all.
"We're basically open during the week to prep for the weekend," said Rachel Wyman, the owner of the artisan bread, specialty doughnut and treat shop in Montclair, New Jersey. The 10-year-old bakery stayed open throughout the pandemic because it was considered an essential business. "I can't remember the last time I made the decision to close on a weekend," Wyman added.
Without enough bakers to operate, she didn't have a choice. She made the decision Thursday to close down for a week to give the whole staff time to "get tested and come back healthy hopefully."
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