Monthly Archives: August 2018

4 a.m. Bar Closing Bill Advances in California

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

California State Assembly Appropriations Committee approved SB 905, a bill allowing bars to close as late as 4 a.m.

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Sycamore Brewing Launches New Cider Line

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

Sycamore Brewing, Charlotte, N.C., launched Wild Blossom Cider. Wild Blossom’s line-up includes Rosé and Brut ciders and

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Comedian Stars in New Captain Morgan Rum Campaign

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

Comedian and actor Adam Devine has been named Captain Morgan Chief Party Officer effective immediately. Devine will star

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Eye on the Economy

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

Consumer Confidence Increases The Conference Board Leading Economic Index® (LEI) for

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Home Prices Rise 5.3% in Month

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

U.S. home-sale prices increased 5.3 percent year over year to a median of $307,400 in July, according to Redfin, the real estate

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What We’re Reading —

Posted on August 20, 2018 by Donna Whitaker

Jackson Family Wines CEO Rick Tigner mixes business with advocacy in fight against Parkinson’s disease On the Parkinson’s Disease front, Tigner rides for his wife, Wendy.  (Press Democrat)   Disney World is serving blue wine topped with chocolate Minnie Mouse … Continue reading →

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