Nanny State

Virginia Barkeep Punished for Not Selling Enough Food

More absurdity from alcohol control agencies.

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Markell explained all the things he was doing to sell more food. He showed them the menu, with $2 grilled-cheese and egg-salad sandwiches and other items.

But no matter what he did with food, his customers weren't buying enough. He couldn't sell at least $4,000 a month worth, as ABC regulations require for places with mixed-drink licenses.