BOONE — As someone who has worked in the restaurant and bar industry for 13 to 14 years, Seth Sullivan — co-owner of The Cardinal — said he’s seen almost every kind of harassment incident.
“You name a situation, I’ve seen it happen,” Sullivan said.
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