Businesses left waiting for federal government's stimulus funding
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Isaac Showaki’s Octopi Brewing Co. in Waunakee is continuing to make nonalcoholic beverages, but Showaki said he was forced to lay off some employees while waiting on a federal emergency loan.
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Fancy Fair Mall in downtown Lake Geneva displays a sign that has become typical among storefronts locally since the coronavirus outbreak closed down many businesses in the region.
MADISON — Wisconsin businesses have been approved for nearly $7.3 billion in emergency loans to help weather the coronavirus pandemic, but one month into a near economic shutdown, many have yet to see a dime and they say they need more help.
Photo gallery: 'We are strong together.' Messages from downtown Lake Geneva
Lake Geneva Public Libary
Scott Williams, Regional News
Geneva Theater
Scott Williams, Regional News
Fat Cat's tavern
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Oakfire restaurant
Oakfire restaurant in downtown Lake Geneva is among the businesses impacted by the coronavirus and the state's efforts to control the spread of the virus by limiting public access.
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Fancy Fair Mall
Fancy Fair Mall in downtown Lake Geneva displays a sign that has become typical among storefronts locally since the coronavirus outbreak closed down many businesses in the region.
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Regional News
Torcaso's Shoe Repair
Scott Williams, Regional News
Frank's Original hot dogs
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Jasmine Salon & Spa
A sign is posted at Jasmine Salon & Spa, one of several downtown Lake Geneva businesses that have closed to control the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.
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U.S. Post Office
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Bangles and Bags
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Starbucks
A Starbucks coffee shop is among many businesses in downtown Lake Geneva that have closed their doors or changed operations to control the spread of coronavirus, also known as COVID-19.
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Episcopal Church of the Holy Communion
Scott Williams, Regional News
Clear Water Outdoor
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Potbelly Sandwich Shop
Scott Williams, Regional News
Allison Wonderland
The closure of many businesses in Lake Geneva and elsewhere during the coronavirus outbreak has contributed to a sharp increase in unemployment in Wisconsin.
Isaac Showaki’s Octopi Brewing Co. in Waunakee is continuing to make nonalcoholic beverages, but Showaki said he was forced to lay off some employees while waiting on a federal emergency loan.
Fancy Fair Mall in downtown Lake Geneva displays a sign that has become typical among storefronts locally since the coronavirus outbreak closed down many businesses in the region.
