Category Archives: COVID-19

NIAAA Warns on Risky Drinking

Posted on July 8, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

National Institute on Alcoholism & Alcohol Abuse urged drinkers to “take the precautions needed to reduce their risk of contracting the coronavirus or spreading it to others, such as maintaining appropriate physical distance and wearing a mask.” It also warned … Continue reading →

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Oregon On-Premise Outlets Found Aiding Covid-19 Fight

Posted on July 7, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Most of Oregon’s bars and restaurants were following social distancing guidelines, and making sure staff and customers were wearing face coverings during the July 4 holiday weekend, Oregon Liquor Control Commission said. However, inspectors encountered several problem locations along the … Continue reading →

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Though Some States Dial Back, Total U.S. On-Prem Continues to Improve

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Velocity has improved to -10% vs the norm in the week to June 27, representing a +220% increase on March 28 when shutdown commenced, according to Nielsen CGA. But, no surprise, there has been a halt in progress in states … Continue reading →

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Seagram’s 7 Crown to Donate Up to $1 Million to Aid Bartenders

Posted on June 30, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Each time someone shares the brand’s #TipsFromHome posts and tags up to seven friends, Seagram’s 7 Crown and Diageo will donate $1 up to $1 million to the USBG Bartender Emergency Assistance Program. Through the #TipsFromHome program, the brand is … Continue reading →

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More Targeted Covid Aid Would Help Bars, Restaurants

Posted on June 30, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

Business sectors unable to telecommunicate—such as hospitality, entertainment, food services and travel—suffered more severe disruption from the Covid-19 virus than industries such as technology that could perform tasks remotely. “It seems crazy that you could run an IT consulting firm … Continue reading →

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Yuengling Donates $50,000 to TAPS for COVID-19 Relief Efforts

Posted on June 30, 2020 by Joel Whitaker

The previously announced donation took place via Zoom (6/30) at the D.G. Yuengling & Son brewery in Pottsville, PA. TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors) says more than 80% of survivors have reported an increase in feelings of grief, anxiety … Continue reading →

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