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New York Times op-ed raises concerns of binge drinking among women, minorities and older Americans

12/31/2017

Gabrielle Glasser, a bestselling author and columnist for the New York Times points to research that shows some concerning trends of binge drinking among women, minorities and older Americans. Additionally, Glasser points to a 50% increase in alcohol related emergency room visits since 2000 and an increase in cirrhosis of the liver rates after many decades of decreasing rates.

Link: www.nytimes.com/2017/12/29/opinion/sunday/alcohol-binge-drinking.html

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Madison Alcohol Review Committee Supports Drive-Up Pickup of Booze at Grocery Stores

12/29/2017

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In yet another disappointing decision supporting the ease and accessibility of alcohol purchase of alcohol in Madison, the city's Alcohol Licensing and Review Committee is supporting ordinance changes that will allow drive-up or curbside pickup of alcohol for customers of grocery store chains.

Link: host.madison.com/ct/news/local/govt-and-politics/madison-committee-recommends-click-and-collect-alcohol-sales-ordinance/article_0da6481c-5440-503d-a03c-ef0d22217451.html

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MintMark opens on Winnebago St.

12/29/2017

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A new boutique bar/restaurant called MintMark has opened this month at 1929 Winnebago St. next door to Operation Fresh Start, a nonprofit focusing on youth development.

Link: host.madison.com/wsj/entertainment/dining/bars_and_clubs/mintmark-gets-new-partners-opening-monday-for-coffee/article_a3fd4715-375a-5be3-8cd2-fa37ff313859.html

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Current Alcohol Outlet Licenses in Madison's 6th Aldermanic District

12/17/2017

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New York Times op-ed raises concerns of binge drinking among women, minorities and older Americans

Madison Alcohol Review Committee Supports Drive-Up Pickup of Booze at Grocery Stores

MintMark opens on Winnebago St.

Current Alcohol Outlet Licenses in Madison's 6th Aldermanic District

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