Sunday alcohol sales change impacts Aiken County stores
Area retailers push for Sunday alcohol sales amid blue law confusion. Aiken officials note new licenses raise about 45000 dollars annually for capital projects. Anaclerio and local business leaders helped secure the referendum and ongoing access, with Wal-Mart and Target managers voicing customer frustration and operational adjustments.
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Blue laws debate could boost local business in Aiken area
The piece notes several retailers face Sunday store closures due to blue laws and argues elimination could draw customers, with Aiken County losing sales to Georgia and York County eyeing a referendum. It recalls 1978 blue law enforcement and outlines exemptions in Charleston, Horry, and Spartanburg counties.
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