Beer sales at college games a risky revenue stream
Beer sales at college games a risky revenue stream One News Now By Chris Woodward August 28, 2017 Several universities have made decisions in recent years to allow beer sales at games. Joining the list this year is Ohio University, whose first home game is this weekend (September 2). As reported by The Columbus […]
Did German U-Boats Smuggle Alcohol Into the U.S. During Prohibition?
Did German U-Boats Smuggle Alcohol Into the U.S. During Prohibition? One photo suggests that rampant rumors of submarine smuggling were true. Atlas Obscura By Sarah Laskow August 29, 2017 IN THE WINTER OF 1922, two years after the start of Prohibition in the United States, a mysterious craft was said to be sneaking around […]
Protecting People on Both Sides of the Bar
Protecting People on Both Sides of the Bar Key safety strategies that industry pros can use to help protect staff and patrons in crises involving violence or harassment Source: https://daily.sevenfifty.com Laura Scholz August 29, 2017 In a learning session at BevCon 2017 in Charleston, South Carolina, industry experts gathered to discuss plans, […]
Responsible retail standards protect our youth
Responsible retail standards protect our youth Hesperia Star By Isela Aguilera, Mikel De Leon, Edmund Palafox and Yriel Tuazon / Contributed Content August 26, 2017 HESPERIA, CA – In late June and early July, we partnered with the High Desert Community Coalition to conduct pseudo minor decoy operations. We visited a total of 46 […]
Mindfulness training may reduce drinking?
Mindfulness training may reduce drinking? iafrica.com August 28, 2017 A new UK study suggests that mindfulness training could be one way to help heavy drinkers reduce their alcohol intake, potentially reducing the risk of more serious problems in the future. Carried out by University College London, the team recruited 68 participants who although […]
Applebee’s is ditching millennials after they forced hundreds of restaurant closures
Applebee’s is ditching millennials after they forced hundreds of restaurant closures Source: Business Insider Kate Taylor Aug. 27, 2017 Applebee’s has given up on millennials. Earlier in August, executives announced that the chain plans to close between 105 and 135 locations this year. Applebee’s closed 46 locations in 2016. Sales have been […]
Air passengers react to alcohol crackdown: ‘Get as many in as you can’
Air passengers react to alcohol crackdown: ‘Get as many in as you can’ As Ryanair calls for airports to limit sales to two drinks, holidaymakers and staff voice mixed views on how to deal with the issue Source: The Guardian Josh Halliday and Gwyn Topham 25 August 2017 It’s 6pm and the […]
What I Learned While Attending an Alcohol-Free Cocktail Party
What I Learned While Attending an Alcohol-Free Cocktail Party Source: Fortune Laura Entis August 25, 2017 The atmosphere is like that of so many other product launches taking place across the city. Located at a co=working space in the Flatiron district, waiters circle with bite-sized appetizers. There are charcuterie and cheese boards. Youngish, […]
Great, Now Millennials are Killing the Sports Bar
CA: Public safety groups want to cut off bill to let California bars serve until 4 a.m.
CA: Public safety groups want to cut off bill to let California bars serve until 4 a.m. The San Diego Union-Tribune By Joshua Stewart, Contact Reporter August 23, 2017 As California lawmakers consider allowing bars to push back last call until 4 a.m., some public safety organizations are arguing that allowing people to drink […]