An idea came about that included the family pup to help out when customers were not permitted inside. However, the ingenious plan was not the result of shear business acumen. In fact, Soda, the beloved, 75 pound, senior boxer, belonging to Lori Yata, was already a steady employee. As a regular fixture in the business, 6
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Soda was used to daily visits from customers. Once the restrictions took hold, the lack of traffic (and attention) Soda considered it his job to manage, were no longer a part of his day. His parents began to notice a change in Soda. He seemed to show signs of being depressed and was lethargic. His loving (and smart) parents decided to see if Soda would perk up if some of his friends could drive by & see him at the winery. Many of his pals
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No doubt many businesses were forced to get creative when shutdowns and restrictions hit them hard in 2020. The Stone House Urban Winery in Hagerstown, Maryland was no exception.
