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August 30, 2019
 

Today's News

Hayden Beverage matches contributions to local college savings accounts

“This will be one of very few employers nationally that is doing this. This is a really big deal.” Hayden Beverage Company introduced a new benefit for its employees this summer: matching employee contributions to college savings accounts. The move makes Hayden Beverage the first corporation in the state to match employee contributions to Idaho’s state sponsored college savings program. 

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NIC fraternities ban hard alcohol in decisive action

In an important move to enhance health and safety in fraternity communities, the North American Interfraternity Conference recently adopted a Standard prohibiting hard alcohol from fraternity chapter facilities and events. The new policy prohibits the presence of alcohol products above 15% ABV in any chapter facility or at any chapter event, except when served by a licensed third-party vendor. 

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Surgeon General to teens and pregnant women: Weed is way too risky for developing brains

Surgeon General Jerome Adams issued an advisory Thursday warning against marijuana use by teens, pregnant women and those who are breastfeeding because of its effects on the "developing brain." It marked the federal government's strongest statements since states started allowing marijuana, which is legal for some use in 33 states. A public awareness campaign on social media will follow.

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California authorities investigating Amazon for shadow liquor store as Prime Now expands alcohol delivery

“In a typical beer aisle, you can see a selection that’s sixty feet long and six feet high,” says Paul Pisano, Senior Vice President of the National Beer Wholesalers Association. “On a five-inch iPhone screen, consumers only see a limited selection or have patience for a few options.” Does a smartphone screen qualify as an in-store display? Food and Power looks at how Amazon is trying to work around California alcohol laws. 

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There are more single working women than ever, and that’s changing the US economy

Working women contribute more than $7 trillion to America's economy. By 2030, 45% of working women aged 25 to 44 in the United States will be single. That will be the largest share in history. Women have always tended to be the principal shoppers in American households, and single women outspend married women, according to research by Morgan Stanley. 

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Editor's Note: The Daily Brew will not publish on Labor Day. On behalf of the over 3,000 family-owned beer distribution companies that provide more than 141,000 Americans with good-paying jobs and benefits, we wish you a happy Labor Day weekend and encourage you to celebrate responsibly. Cheers!

DISTRIBUTOR EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT

TRICIA ATCHER
Kentucky Eagle, Inc.
Lexington, KY

 

America's more than 3,000 licensed beer distribution facilities employ 141,000 men and women across the country. The NBWA Employee Spotlight Program highlights standout beer distribution employees and showcases their achievements. Nominate an employee today!

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