Outdoor drinking areas could offer big boost to Virginia's economy
Outdoor drinking areas could offer big boost to Virginia's economy and last updated 2020-12-23 23:24:41-05 HAMPTON ROADS, Va. â While itâs considered illegal in Virginia to walk around in public while drinking alcohol, a new bill could virtually change that. Virginia Del. Will Wampler (R-Abingdon) sponsors the legislation that would create whatâs being called an "outdoor refreshment area." It would allow a person to, within reason, sip an alcoholic beverage outside a cafe, bar or hotel without police batting an eye. âI think people really want more space to gather,â ...
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