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January 28, 2020

Domecast No. 192: Liquor and Guns

Episode Info Our reporter panel takes a look at North Carolina's quirky alcohol regulations and when -- if ever -- we might see … [Read more...] about Domecast No. 192: Liquor and Guns

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January 28, 2020

‘Complicated’ switch to private liquor stores in NC will likely have to wait

A proposal to privatize the state’s liquor sales system likely won’t get a vote this year, but it could get further study, according to the … [Read more...] about ‘Complicated’ switch to private liquor stores in NC will likely have to wait

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November 8, 2019

Alcohol election results provide more proof residents want freedom to choose

Say you want a fidget spinner. Well, if you have a few bucks for one, then you go buy it. Same goes for a burger. Lots of choices, lots of … [Read more...] about Alcohol election results provide more proof residents want freedom to choose

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November 4, 2019

Should NC Get Out of the Booze Biz? The History and Future of Our Alcohol Laws

On “Tying it Together with Tim Boyum,” Tim and Ben tackle North Carolina’s unique alcohol laws, which date back to the Prohibition Era and … [Read more...] about Should NC Get Out of the Booze Biz? The History and Future of Our Alcohol Laws

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August 30, 2019

NC Liquor Laws Move Into The 21st Century With Some Resistance

The ABC Store is a tradition that has ruled North Carolina since the end of prohibition. Alcohol was a divisive political issue after … [Read more...] about NC Liquor Laws Move Into The 21st Century With Some Resistance

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August 30, 2019

DINNER GUEST: Restaurants and likker laws

Someone said that the most uncommon thing in the world is common sense. It was past time for legislators to take a commonsense approach to … [Read more...] about DINNER GUEST: Restaurants and likker laws

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August 16, 2019

N.C. sells liquor through 170 independent, political boards: What could go wrong?

It has begun. Or, probably more accurately, a local and statewide crusade to prevent privatization of North Carolina’s liquor … [Read more...] about N.C. sells liquor through 170 independent, political boards: What could go wrong?

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July 29, 2019

Plan to privatize alcohol sales in N.C. stirs discussion

Two legislators from Guilford County are prime movers in a proposal to privatize alcohol sales in North Carolina and liquidate the state’s … [Read more...] about Plan to privatize alcohol sales in N.C. stirs discussion

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July 26, 2019

Many favor loosening NC’s restrictions on alcohol sales

A plan to scrap North Carolina's decades-old system of alcohol sales is being toasted by many people statewide. A proposal unveiled this … [Read more...] about Many favor loosening NC’s restrictions on alcohol sales

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July 26, 2019

A good start for ABC reform

N.C. Rep. Chuck McGrady may not be around to finish the job of reforming the state’s antiquated alcoholic beverage control laws, but that … [Read more...] about A good start for ABC reform

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July 25, 2019

Booze, to Privatize or Not to Privatize, That Is the Question

Whether 'tis nobler in the mind to suffer the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune (I.E. State controlled liquor) or to take arms against … [Read more...] about Booze, to Privatize or Not to Privatize, That Is the Question

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July 25, 2019

N.C. legislators work to modernize the way alcohol is bought and sold

Currently, craft distilleries in North Carolina face much harsher regulations than the state’s craft breweries. The North Carolina General … [Read more...] about N.C. legislators work to modernize the way alcohol is bought and sold

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Seth_PalmerSeth Palmer@Seth_Palmer·
18 Nov

My friend @IsaVillaGarcia reminding us of the draconian method North Carolinians acquire specialty liquor. Gotta be a better way #freethespirits #freethebourbon

Isabel Villa-García@IsaVillaGarcia

Freedom!! Unless you want liquor... To all of my Wake friends, make sure you get in on the Holiday Liquor Lottery #freethespirits http://wakeabc.com/lottery/

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IsaVillaGarciaIsabel Villa-García@IsaVillaGarcia·
18 Nov

Freedom!! Unless you want liquor... To all of my Wake friends, make sure you get in on the Holiday Liquor Lottery #freethespirits http://wakeabc.com/lottery/

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scottycysUp to no good@scottycys·
12 Nov

@crazybulll #freethespirits

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IsaVillaGarciaIsabel Villa-García@IsaVillaGarcia·
5 Nov

Hahah yes! #freethespirits #ncpol #ncga

Colin Campbell@RaleighReporter

Working on my annual "but how did alcohol do in this year's election?" story, and the answer is...quite well. Might be one of the few things that had bipartisan support this year #ncpol

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