N.C. lawmakers, one could argue, have had unprecedented success this legislative session in reforming the state’s archaic laws governing … [Read more...] about Despite disappointments on alcohol reform, lawmaker says, ‘We’re winning the battle’
OPINION: Craft Beer Law a Win for Consumer Choice, But We Need More Alcohol Reform
Last week, Gov. Roy Cooper signed House Bill 363, the Craft Beer Distribution and Modernization Act. The law will allow … [Read more...] about OPINION: Craft Beer Law a Win for Consumer Choice, But We Need More Alcohol Reform
Alcohol reform may be coming to N.C., and it’s about time
The N.C. Alcoholic Beverage Control system — created in 1937 in the wake of the repeal of Prohibition — for the past 80-plus years has … [Read more...] about Alcohol reform may be coming to N.C., and it’s about time
ABC boosts liquor contract where auditor found waste
RALEIGH, N.C. — The state Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission has increased a warehousing contract that the state auditor criticized … [Read more...] about ABC boosts liquor contract where auditor found waste
North Carolina’s Alcoholic Beverage Control System: Part 2
Bob has a bumper crop of North Carolina sweet potatoes. How can he get them to a consumer? Bob’s got a lot of options. Maybe Bob knows … [Read more...] about North Carolina’s Alcoholic Beverage Control System: Part 2
North Carolina’s Alcoholic Beverage Control System: Part 1
Did you know that North Carolina used to be the nation’s leader in locally owned and operated distilleries? It’s true. In 1904 the state had … [Read more...] about North Carolina’s Alcoholic Beverage Control System: Part 1
In Wake County, the whiskey so popular hundreds wait on list to get it
An unusual Excel spreadsheet lives on a computer in a government office in the warehouse district just north of the Beltline. This file … [Read more...] about In Wake County, the whiskey so popular hundreds wait on list to get it
Audit: Nearly $14 million wasted in ABC liquor contract
RALEIGH, N.C. — Poor contract management and too much warehouse space cost the state nearly $14 million over 13 years, according … [Read more...] about Audit: Nearly $14 million wasted in ABC liquor contract