Punch Pizza COVID-19 Closure Letter, March 16, 2020

A letter from Punch Pizza, a restaurant chain operating in Minneapolis, is displayed in a window, announcing the temporary closure of all its locations. This measure, effective March 16, 2020, was implemented in response to the rapid spread of the COVID-19 virus. The company, then in its 25th year, cited the need to prioritize the health and safety of its employees and the Twin Cities community. This document serves as a historical record of the immediate impact of the pandemic on local businesses and urban environments in Minneapolis.