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Specific to MA law, but it puts the question in the hands of judges. And, highlights the recent attempt by FTC to ban all noncompetes. Reminds us to think carefully about noncompete agreements. zurl.co/le7KL
Boston Beer battle puts unusual provision in Massachusetts’ noncompete law to the test
The venture capital industry fought for years to persuade state lawmakers to impose strict restrictions on noncompete agreements.
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January 15, 2026 at 8:41 PM
Perhaps a prelude to a major rebrand? It seems like that's the best or most likely way to try and salvage the business. zurl.co/csHap
Sycamore Brewing changes LLC name
Sycamore Brewing changed its LLC name to Club West, according to a filing with the Department of the Secretary of State.
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January 13, 2026 at 2:41 PM
More news about how bad it is. (though most of us already have a good understanding!) zurl.co/AHWsn
December 31, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Worth a read about all the other issues (maybe opportunities) that come with rescheduling. zurl.co/lMtAP
Credit cards, advertising and more: Cannabis rescheduling means growth
With President Donald Trump’s executive order to reschedule cannabis, businesses in the industry are rolling out their growth strategies.
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December 31, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Good read on beer and N/A beer selling. They got a good exert to comment on it (hint hint). zurl.co/r5r6k @probrewer.com
Understanding Where and to Whom You Can Legally Sell N/A Beer — It’s Complicated
The non-alcoholic adult beverage market is growing like gangbusters. In the United States, it ballooned by 175% between 2019 and 2024, and is on track to become…
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December 18, 2025 at 9:04 PM
That's interesting. I imagine, too, the certification is an expense most small breweries can't afford right now. zurl.co/OjtJd
Beer is no longer automatically kosher, rabbis say. Will observant Jews skip the Dos Equis?
In one of the biggest kashrut shifts in decades, rabbis say beer is not automatically kosher, raising questions about how drinkers will adapt
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November 24, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Yep. Pretty much sums it up. Good read on what happened and what the effects are going to be. >> How to Destroy a Multibillion-Dollar Industry at Lobbyists’ Request zurl.co/WYeL6
November 21, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Interesting read. Uncertainty, and even contraction, creates opportunities. zurl.co/Wd9xJ
Abandoned craft beer trademarks: A gold nugget in a shit sandwich
When these businesses close, their trademarks are left behind, creating both a loss and an opportunity. Let's dig in.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:07 PM
When you're announcing a new business that's a "social club," you probably want to be careful about calling something a "paddle room" - unless it's THAT kind of club. zurl.co/Lnixn
October 31, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Good overview of why privatizing NC's ABC system is not all that simple. >> Getting NC out of the liquor business is complicated and could be costly | Opinion zurl.co/7VNMW
October 29, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Next up: Part 2 of our series on ABC Violations in NC. Here's what you need to know and what you should do if you receive an ABC violation: zurl.co/JJTc6
ABC Violations in North Carolina - Part 2: What you should do if you receive a violation
John talks about the process and procedures for ABC violations. What are the mechanics? How does the process work? Do I have to go to court? The answers are ...
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October 24, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Check out part 1 of our 2 part series of videos on ABC violations in NC. The first video focuses on the process. Here's what you need to know: zurl.co/iGaS4
ABC Violations in NC - Part 1: How the process works
John talks about the process and procedures for ABC violations. What are the mechanics? How does the process work? Do I have to go to court? The answers are ...
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October 20, 2025 at 7:37 PM
Another sign of the times. Lots of secondary & tertiary locations are closing. Folks are concentrating on core business/demographics in a bid to survive. Unless you're in the industry, it's hard to understand how difficult things are right now. zurl.co/fPECb
Hi-Wire Brewing closing up after 4 years in the Highlands
A vibrant brewery that moved into the Highlands more than four years ago is saying goodbye.
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October 17, 2025 at 7:28 PM
Great! Maybe that means NC will be on board by 2050. zurl.co/eqIs9
The Liquor Store Industry Is Finally Getting Its Tech Revolution
After decades of outdated software and manual workflows, liquor retailers are finally getting their tech revolution.
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October 15, 2025 at 7:12 PM
What is "due diligence" and why is it important when you're buying (or selling) an alcohol business? Check out our take on it here: zurl.co/1XcfO
October 14, 2025 at 7:36 PM
This is important to remember: With THC beverages, the current state of the industry and the law means that your business model could be up-ended in a heartbeat. zurl.co/p72zS
Ohio brewers push back as DeWine halts intoxicating hemp sales
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has declared an Adulterated Consumer Product Emergency, ordering Ohio retailers to pull all intoxicating hemp products.
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October 10, 2025 at 7:20 PM
It's that time again! This comes up every few years. I've got mixed feelings about this. My gut is that it's still going to be a long time before we've got the stomach to make this kind of change in NC. zurl.co/wblxJ
Privatize NC’s liquor sales? DOGE-style group wants to explore the cost
Members of the state House of Representatives' committee on government efficiency grilled the leader of the North Carolina Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission, pressing him on the benefits of state-controlled liquor.
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October 9, 2025 at 7:38 PM