(New Buffalo, MI) - The economic recovery from COVID-19 in New Buffalo is picking up.

Restaurants and bars in Michigan are allowed to offer indoor service again under a further loosening of the statewide restrictions.

Redamak’s, Stray Dog and Beer Church are among the establishments enticing people to New Buffalo.

City Manager Dave Richards says it’s good news not just for the city but owners of businesses trying to hang on financially during the restrictions.

The beach in New Buffalo has been open and very busy during the pandemic.

Activity was noticeably lower in the downtown from the bars and restaurants not being allowed to fully operate until Monday.