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Georgia Legislator Blasts Blue Laws

Blue laws prohibiting the sale of alcoholic beverages on Sundays should be abolished says Georgia state Representative Roger Williams, who reports there has been no negative impact in states that have moved to Sunday sales of alcoholic beverages.

Ban on Alcohol Ads in College Newspapers Lifted by Federal Court

Virginia’s ban on alcohol advertising in college newspapers has been lifted by a federal court. The prohibition violated the constitutional right to free speech guaranteed by the First Amendment to United States Constitution, did not reduce irresponsible drinking, and deprived the newspapers of needed revenue.

Teen Drinking Culture in U.S. to be Studied

“Understanding Teen Drinking Cultures in America” is a research project at George Mason University funded by The Century Council designed to provide a better understanding of the psychological and social factors that affect youths as they make decisions about whether or not to consume alcoholic beverages.

American Whiskey Trail Top Tourist Destination, Says Frommer’s

Frommers has rated the American Whiskey Trail one of the top 13 international and domestic travel destination of the year from nominations submitted by travel editors and authors.

Colorado Drops Blue Law Prohibition Against Sunday Liquor Sales

Colorado has dropped its Blue law against the sale of liquor on Sundays, becoming the 35th state to abolish such a prohibition restricting consumer choice.

DWI Courts Supported in Missouri

Special DWI (Driving While Intoxicated or Impaired) courts that address the root problem of repeat or felony drunken-driving offenders have been approved by the Missouri Senate.

Not Carding Customers Over 50 Not a Crime if Tennessee Bill Signed

A proposed bill would decriminalize not I.D. carding customers over 50 years of age by supermarket and convenience store clerks in Tennessee.

Ban Lawyers from Advertising DWI/DUI Expertise?

A proposed law would ban lawyers in Tennessee from advertising their expertise in drunken driving cases. The sponsor believes that the law would make it easier to convict citizens accused of driving under the influence of alcohol.

Sangria Now Legal in Virginia but Not Kirs, Kir Royales or Beer Cocktails

It is now legal for restaurants to make and sell sangria in Virginia, but still illegal to make and sell kirs, kir royales, beer cocktails or any other drink containing spirits along with either beer or wine. Violations of the prohibition carry a high fine and up to one year imprisonment.

Dying of Thirst

Abstinence from alcoholic beverages is a risk factor for poor health and death or mortality according to data from the U.S. National Survey on Drug Use and Health and the United Health Foundation's “ America's Health Rankings” reports Stanton Peele, Ph.D.

Beverage Alcohol Labeling: Public Opinion Strongly Supports Alcohol Content and Nutritional Labels

Most Americans want nutritional labels on alcoholic beverage containers, including alcohol information such as alcohol content per serving, alcohol by volume and description of standard drinks. They also want information on calories, carbohydrates (carbs), fat and protein to help them make informed purchase and consumption decisions.

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