By L.A. Williams Christian Action League June 28, 2019 Two bills signed by Gov. Roy Cooper Wednesday both involve alcohol, but according to the Rev. Mark Creech, executive director of the Christian Action League, they couldn’t be more opposite in their anticipated effects. House Bill 389, approved 33-12 in the Senate and 88-25 in the […]
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Two State Senators Boldly Speak Out Against Alcohol at College Sports Events
By Hunter HinesChristian Action League June 20, 2019 RALEIGH – Monday, two state Senators boldly spoke out against a measure that authorizes colleges and universities in the University of North Carolina system to sell beer and wine at collegiate sporting events. Alcohol is currently allowed in premium spaces during college games, but is not sold […]
Public Support for State-Based Regulation is Very High
By Pamela S. Erickson Public Action Management June 19, 2019 As far as the public is concerned, our state-based system of alcohol regulation is on solid ground. This is the overall finding of a poll conducted by the Center for Alcohol Policy (CAP). This continued strong support is crucial for retaining critical policies and for […]
Rev. Creech Assails Alcohol and Universities Bill
By M.H. Cavanaugh Christian Action League June 14, 2019 RALEIGH – A bill that would authorize North Carolina’s public colleges and universities to sell beer and wine at stadiums, athletic facilities, and arenas located on their property, cleared its last committee on Thursday morning. The measure now goes to the Senate floor for consideration. It […]
Senate Education Committee Says State Universities Can Sell Alcohol at Collegiate Sporting Events.
By Hunter Hines Christian Action League June 7, 2019 RALEIGH – Wednesday, HB 389 – ABC/Univ Athletic Facility was taken up by the Senate Education/Higher Education Committee. The proposed legislation had passed the House by a large margin (88-24). HB 389 would authorize public colleges and universities to sell beer and wine sales at stadiums, […]
Surry County Supports ABC Stores
By Jeff Linville Mount Airy News May 22, 2019 Editor’s Note: The following story is posted with permission from the Mount Airy News. Rev. Mark Creech, executive director of the Christian Action League said, “Privatization of liquor sales in North Carolina would be a disaster for public health and safety. A number of other towns […]
Questions N.C. Citizens Need to Ask About Alcohol Proposals in the NCGA
This is an Urgent Christian Action AlertBy M.H. CavanaughChristian Action LeagueMay 16, 2019 A new study was recently published in the Journal of Psychopharmacology, which provided what many might consider surprising results. The study was to determine the drugs most harmful to the individual and others. What are some of the most harmful substances to […]
Easy Alcohol Access in NC Will Raise Risks
By Sarah PotterRaleigh News & ObserverMay 9, 2019 We want to offer the community health response to two bills in the General Assembly that loom large and will change the alcohol environment from one of balance to one of unfettered access and availability. House Bill 536 and House Bill 971 seek to increase alcohol outlets […]
House ABC Committee Ignores Health and Safety Ramifications of Reckless Alcohol Bill
By L.A. WilliamsChristian Action LeagueMay 3, 2019 Lawmakers on the House Alcoholic Beverage Control Committee on Tuesday served up a bill that should leave North Carolinians both shaken and stirred. With nearly two dozen provisions, the industry-driven omnibus measure would establish bars where at least 75 percent of proceeds come from alcohol sales. It would […]
Shadows Gathering Over North Carolina: Alcohol Issues Matter Too
By Rev. Mark CreechChristian Action LeagueApril 26, 2019 Shadows are gathering over North Carolina. Clouds are approaching. The passion for gaining riches is set to cast a pall across the land. But our eyes have grown so accustomed to the darkness that it’s possible we’ll ignore the ominous tempest which it forebodes. Only a few […]