"We would not like to see restrictions but are prepared if they happen," Wilkinson said.
The virus and subsequent clampdowns took a particularly large toll on restaurants, which initially had to survive with just carryout and delivery and then were forced to limited capacity.
"I am definitely concerned about the rise in cases. Our staff is vaccinated, but I am concerned some folks will return to avoiding indoor dining," said Brent Brashier, co-owner and chief barbecue officer of Doc's Smokehouse and Craft Bar. "I really donât believe we will get into another forced closure situation â I donât believe you can put the toothpaste back in the tube, so to speak."