TALLAHASSEE — Universal Orlando is stepping into the middle of a bar fight between beer makers and distributors over legislation that would allow brewers to sponsor rides or events at major theme parks.
Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits, which has corporate offices in Miami and Dallas, announced Wednesday it will contribute $150 million to Florida's Step Up For Students Scholarship Program in 2017-2018, which allows underprivileged children to attend schools in the program's network, including some private religious and charter schools.
In addition to the ABC Omnibus Legislation, and the Economic Growth for NC Distilleries / "Brunch Bill," other alcohol-related bills being considered by the North Carolina General Assembly during the 2017 long session are as follows:
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) is seeking nominations for the Third Annual Brewer Partner of the Year Award.
WASHINGTON, DC (April 4, 2017) — The American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) today announces the appointment of Mark Shilling, Co-Founder of Revolution Spirits Distilling Co. in Austin, TX, as the President of the Board of Directors, replacing Paul Hletko, who served as the organization's president since April 2016.
ABILENE, Texas (KRBC) - Police in Texas are looking for a man who used a child to steal alcohol from a liquor store.
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. - Mothers Against Drunk Driving is behind a campaign in collaboration with the State Attorney's Office that focuses on prevention efforts by encouraging parents to begin ongoing conversations with their children about alcohol.
MICHIGAN (WJRT) - (04/05/17) - It is now legal for some retailers to deliver alcohol in Michigan - but not everyone is a fan of it, including Mike Canan, co-owner of Oliver T's in Grand Blanc.
Initially, training costs prevail but over the life of the proposed program, benefits exceed costs. In the sixth year, no new therapy is provided but benefits are still realized because of the assumption that therapy helps people remain abstinent from alcohol for two years. Credit: Papas, et. al.
HARRISBURG — In a state Capitol room full of union members opposed to the legislation, the House Liquor Control Committee on Monday approved two bills whose sponsors believe are building on the liquor reforms of Act 39 of 2016.