New “mock” alcohol promises intoxication without the dreaded hangover

New “mock” alcohol promises intoxication without the dreaded hangover   Mexico Star September 25, 2016 LONDON, U.K. – A newly discovered synthetic alcohol promises its drinkers a pleasant “buzz” without the harmful effects of drinking – like hangovers and long-term liver damage.   Dubbed “Alcosynth,” the drug was developed by David Nutt, Imperial College neuropsychology […]

UT: State liquor outlets should run more like convenience stores, Utah auditor says

UT: State liquor outlets should run more like convenience stores, Utah auditor says   Deseret News By Dennis Romboy September 27, 2016 SALT LAKE CITY — Utah’s state-run liquor outlets would better serve customers if they were operated more like convenience stores, according to the state auditor, though he stopped short of calling for privatization. […]

KY: Sacramento residents vote against alcohol sales

KY: Sacramento residents vote against alcohol sales   14 News By Jonathan McEmber, Reporter September 27, 2016 SACRAMENTO, KY (WFIE) – Residents in McLean County looking to buy alcohol will have to continue to drive to surrounding cities.   On Tuesday, Sacramento residents voted 81-34 to keep the city dry.   McLean County Clerk Stacy […]