As Boulder County marks one year since the most destructive wildfire in Colorado history sparked, the recovery continues for many homeowners and businesses. One of those businesses is a restaurant in Superior, now looking forward to opening its doors.
As Boulder County marks one year since the most destructive wildfire in Colorado history sparked, the recovery continues for many homeowners and businesses.Wayne’s Smoke Shack, a barbecue spot on Center Drive in the Superior Marketplace shopping center, was ravaged by smoke damage during the Marshall Fire. Its owners plan to reopen the restaurant on Jan. 6 — 53 weeks after the fire.
The damage meant gutting the interior, properly cleaning, and reordering new equipment — smokers, butcher blocks, utensils and the like — all amid supply chain challenges brought forth by the coronavirus pandemic. “There's really no time to sit and wallow," she continued."We've been behind the scenes working so hard this past year to get ready to reopen.”For the Shelnutts, shutting down the restaurant was never an option because of the support of their community.
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