Hooters locations in Fort Lauderdale are emphasizing that families, children, and community events have long been part of the restaurant’s customer base and culture. According to servers interviewed in South Florida, the restaurant is presenting a “comeback” narrative that centers on broader community involvement rather than a narrower clientele. Fox News reports that waitresses at Fort Lauderdale-area Hooters say families, kids, and participation in fundraisers are part of the “formula” at the locations they work at. The New York Post similarly quotes a 24-year-old waitress and bartender who says the staff are “the same Hooters girls” they have been since the start, describing an ongoing welcome for patrons who bring children and families. The accounts focus on the servers’ perspective on who has visited and supported the restaurants, and they frame the current messaging as a continuation of long-standing practices. The reports do not detail specific policy changes, the exact nature of any fundraisers, or any legal or regulatory developments, but they consistently describe the restaurants’ messaging about inclusivity and community ties.