Researchers found that drinking increased in all subgroups of the population, and most steeply among women, the elderly and minorities. Americans are spending more on alcohol than ever before and are also reporting higher rates of alcohol use disorder, all while beverage companies are increasing their budgets for alcohol advertising. Surprisingly, more than a quarter… Continue reading Americans Are Drinking And Spending More On Alcohol
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Sheriffs Ban Alcohol After Hurricane Michael
Unsurprisingly, the move was met with a wave of criticism. In the aftermath of Hurricane Michael, two Florida counties briefly banned alcohol sales as part of an emergency disaster declaration. The Category 4 storm walloped southeastern seaboard states earlier this month, leaving at least 30 people dead in the U.S. and wreaking particular havoc on… Continue reading Sheriffs Ban Alcohol After Hurricane Michael
Which US City's Residents Spend The Most On Alcohol?
A recent survey found that residents of one popular US city spend more than $1,000 on alcohol annually. People in San Francisco spend more money on alcohol than residents of any other U.S. city—dropping an average of $1,131 per year (or 1.5% of their annual pay) on beer, wine and liquor, according to SF Gate. … Continue reading Which US City's Residents Spend The Most On Alcohol?
California Says “No” to Mixing Marijuana & Alcohol in Public
California state regulators have drawn a line in the sand for businesses that wish to sell marijuana and alcohol in the same location. California state regulators have temporarily dashed hopes for bars and pubs where people can consume alcohol and marijuana at the same time, according to High Times. The Golden State issued an industry… Continue reading California Says “No” to Mixing Marijuana & Alcohol in Public