Don't cry over spilled beer

Michigan beer distributor helps fight hunger

Rave Associates, a distributor in Michigan, recently made donations to local nonprofits helping end hunger. Jim Warbritton, president of Rave Associates, said, “Food banks have seen increased demand over the last several weeks and health care workers are covering longer shifts under stressful conditions, and we want to do everything possible to help them during this time of need.” He added, “Rave Associates is committed to lending a helping hand to our community, especially to those who don’t know where their next meal will come from during this difficult time.”

Trying not to cry over 60 million ounces of spilled beer

Doug Hertz, chairman and CEO of United Distributors in Georgia, details how beer wholesalers have been facing disruption throughout the pandemic. Hertz said, “It does challenge our patience, and it will challenge us financially. It will be different. We will have to be creative and innovative. But the American spirit is strong. We will come through this.”

The future of I.D. checks

The National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) announced a new program to revolutionize age verification at retail. It will verify a customer’s age while also protecting personal information and delivering a friction-less experience. The verification solution would be offered for free to retailers.

Ohio Gov. warns reopening bars and restaurants to follow physical distancing

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine reprimanded bars and restaurants that did not enforce physical distancing over the weekend as outdoor dining opened up on Friday. He warned that those who do not follow orders for reopening and do not enforce physical distancing will be issued administrative citations that could result in losing their liquor license.

TODAY'S NEWS

Michigan beer distributor helps fight hunger

Trying not to cry over 60 million ounces of spilled beer

The future of I.D. checks

Ohio Gov. warns reopening bars and restaurants to follow physical distancing

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