GREENSBORO, N.C. — The 2020 COVID-19 pandemic was the ultimate wedding crasher for spring and summer nuptials, and fall brides are walking down the aisle toward their perfect day with a big bouquet of unknowns.
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What are the rules for North Carolina weddings during COVID-19 and Phase 2 restrictions?
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- Kelly Connor -- communications manager withNC Department of Health and Human Services
- Mimi McGinn -- Triad-based wedding coordinator
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NC DHHS communications representative Kelly Connor pointed to Governor Roy Cooper's Phase 2 executive order (151), extended for a third time through at least September 11, 2020. It caps mass gatherings at 25 people outside and 10 people inside.
Weddingceremonies are exempt from the mass gathering limits, butreceptionsmust comply. Connor explained the capacity rule applies, regardless of whether the venue -- like a restaurant -- is allowed to be open under Phase 2.
Triad-based wedding coordinator Mimi McGinn said, "Many of my couples have wanted to go ahead and get married, adhering to the capacities restrictions and planning a larger gathering on an anniversary date."
Are some venues trying to find ways to get around the rules?
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