Since falling back into the Purple Tier, restaurants in Nevada County have moved back outdoors or into temporary tenting to allow patrons some protection from the elements; but retail businesses are also turning to the sidewalk or limiting indoor shopping to 25 percent capacity. In Grass Valley businesses are opting to move forward in light of the additional inconveniences. Dave Williams shares his perspective.

However, Dave and other business owners also sees the benefits along with the challenge of shifting business models including closing sections of downtown.

As restrictions get tighter businesses says most customers are being good about following guidelines.

And even in the toughest times, Dave Williams always seems to find a silver lining in whatever comes his way.

Businesses are hoping now that Thanksgiving has passed, locals will continue to support them with holiday shopping wether it is coming into their stores, ordering from their web sites or even phoning in orders for Christmas gifts and holiday cheer.