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Legislative Update: Bill Sponsors Tout Legal Online Raffles, Allergen Lists On Menus
COLUMBUS — A pair of state representatives say legislation they sponsor is a “common sense” approach for modernizing the fundraising efforts of nonprofit organizations. House Bill 476 would allow nonprofit organizations across Ohio to sell [Read More]
Proposed Music Incubator Would Be Fueled By Alcohol Sales Taxes
COLUMBUS — Live, local music is important to Ohio’s economy, according to a state lawmaker sponsoring legislation to create a music incubator program to provide rebates to qualifying music venues and festival promoters. [Read More]
More Than 20 Ohio Distilleries Set For Oct. 25 Ohio Craft Whiskey Festival
COLUMBUS — More than 20 Ohio distilleries are set to participate Oct. 25 in the fifth annual Ohio Craft Whiskey Festival at Henmick Farm & Brewery in Delaware. Distilleries participating in the 12-5 p.m. event [Read More]
Craft Brewers Seek Legislative Changes To State’s Franchise Law
COLUMBUS — Several representatives of the craft brewing industry argued earlier this month that the time has come to change Ohio’s 50-year-old alcoholic beverages franchise law. Senate Bill 23 would redefine “manufacturer” under the Ohio [Read More]
Shumaker Partner Named a ‘Top Lawyer’ In Central Ohio
COLUMBUS — David F. Axelrod, a partner at Shumaker, has been recognized as a “Top Lawyer for Criminal Defense: White Collar” by Columbus CEO magazine. [Read More]
OHLQ Among Finalists In DISCUS Innovation Showcase
WASHINGTON — The entity overseeing liquor sales in Ohio is among six finalists selected for the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States’ 2026 Innovation Showcase. [Read More]
