She noted that pedestrian traffic is usually so thick that no one can drive through the Main Street area. At 10 p.m., only police officers and bouncers stood outside Neon's door. There were other signs that Fridays on Main Street aren't the same. A sole couple danced on the dance floor of Electra and there was plenty of shoulder room at the bars. On a Friday night, this should be packed.
People are uncomfortable coming here, and it's a damn shame.
After finishing a game of video golf, Mr. Mitchell left for Covington's MainStrasse Village, also a popular bar district. Three of his buddies, all from Northern Kentucky, left with him. But the night was young. Lines meandered from popular bars. Patrons hopped from bar to bar.