Members- Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy has allowed Senate Bill 15, permitting teens to serve alcohol at restaurants, breweries and distilleries, to become law without his signature, according to the Senate Clerk. Legislation attached – Please read. * Sec. 10. AS 04.16.049(d) is amended to read: (d) Notwithstanding any other provision in this section and AS 04.16.050(a), a […]
Anchorage’s Lucky Wishbone honored with national restaurant award [YourAlaskaLink.com] Congratulations to Lucky Wishbone, an Alaska Hospitality Retailers member (and Vice President of AKHR’s Board of Directors), for winning the James Beard Award! Watch the video on YourAlaskaLink.com.
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December 13, 2024 End-of-Year Update Our top priorities are public safety, more housing, and fewer people sleeping outside. And we’ve been busy at work since July 1! As 2024 comes to a close, my team and I wanted to share an update on what we’ve been up to, and what’s ahead for 2025. — Mayor […]
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We are calling this a tremendous victory and collaborative win Assembly Approves Brunch Hour Alcohol Sales Beginning at 8AM Tuesday June 11 Regular Assembly Meeting, the Anchorage Assembly approved (10-1) AO 2024-62, As Amended, to extend hours for alcohol sales for restaurants from 10AM to 8AM, allowing the “Brunch Hour” at licensed locations effective immediately. The […]
From the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation: The last several years have been full of surprises – a mixed bag of bad and good economic news. Perhaps none has been so surprising as the United States’ ability to avoid an economic recession following years of disruption and uncertainty. The steps taken by the U.S. Federal Reserve […]
As a responsible owner and operator please remember to do the following: Stop trouble before it starts on and near your establishment. The way your service is managed can make a difference at the end of the day. Manage your patrons and accept no tolerance when it comes to unacceptable behavior. Keep the community happy. […]
From TiPS… The National Minimum Drinking Age Act of 1984 established the minimum drinking age at 21 in the United States, with states implementing laws that prohibit individuals under 21 years of age from purchasing or possessing alcohol in public. However, underage drinking remains a pervasive problem, prompting state legislators to enact Social Host Liability laws that […]
https://alaskahospitalityretailers.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/akhr-tips.png533800Aliza Shermanhttps://alaskahospitalityretailers.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/AKHR-LOGO.pngAliza Sherman2023-11-06 13:59:402023-11-06 14:01:49Understanding Social Host Liability: Your Responsibility as a Party Host
The Alaska Alcohol & Marijuana Control Office is privileged to announce the launching of its new on-line licensing system AK-ACCIS through myAlaska. If you are an existing licensee, your first task is to “claim the business entity” that holds your license. Once we at AMCO have substantiated your claim, you will be able to take action […]
There are a few ways you can get your staff certified in alcohol service through Alaska Hospitality Retailers IN-PERSON or ONLINE In-person training through TIPs (full class) To pre-register or for information: call 646-4628 or email [email protected] – registration is required five (5) days prior to the class. Visit website for class schedule (www.alaskahospitalityretailers.org ) Class begins at 10:30am (sharp) and ends at approximately 6 hours […]
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Senate Bill 15 permitting teens to serve alcohol
/in NewsMembers- Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy has allowed Senate Bill 15, permitting teens to serve alcohol at restaurants, breweries and distilleries, to become law without his signature, according to the Senate Clerk. Legislation attached – Please read. * Sec. 10. AS 04.16.049(d) is amended to read: (d) Notwithstanding any other provision in this section and AS 04.16.050(a), a […]
Q1 AKHR Newsletter – March 2025
/in NewsHere’s a copy of the Q1 AKHR Newsletter for download (PDF).
Anchorage’s Lucky Wishbone honored with national restaurant award
/in Member News, NewsAnchorage’s Lucky Wishbone honored with national restaurant award [YourAlaskaLink.com] Congratulations to Lucky Wishbone, an Alaska Hospitality Retailers member (and Vice President of AKHR’s Board of Directors), for winning the James Beard Award! Watch the video on YourAlaskaLink.com.
End-of-Year Update from Mayor Suzanne LaFrance
/in NewsDecember 13, 2024 End-of-Year Update Our top priorities are public safety, more housing, and fewer people sleeping outside. And we’ve been busy at work since July 1! As 2024 comes to a close, my team and I wanted to share an update on what we’ve been up to, and what’s ahead for 2025. — Mayor […]
Assembly Approves Brunch Hour Alcohol Sales Beginning at 8AM
/in NewsWe are calling this a tremendous victory and collaborative win Assembly Approves Brunch Hour Alcohol Sales Beginning at 8AM Tuesday June 11 Regular Assembly Meeting, the Anchorage Assembly approved (10-1) AO 2024-62, As Amended, to extend hours for alcohol sales for restaurants from 10AM to 8AM, allowing the “Brunch Hour” at licensed locations effective immediately. The […]
Anchorage 2024 Economic Forecast
/in NewsFrom the Anchorage Economic Development Corporation: The last several years have been full of surprises – a mixed bag of bad and good economic news. Perhaps none has been so surprising as the United States’ ability to avoid an economic recession following years of disruption and uncertainty. The steps taken by the U.S. Federal Reserve […]
Protect Your Liquor License
/in NewsAs a responsible owner and operator please remember to do the following: Stop trouble before it starts on and near your establishment. The way your service is managed can make a difference at the end of the day. Manage your patrons and accept no tolerance when it comes to unacceptable behavior. Keep the community happy. […]
Understanding Social Host Liability: Your Responsibility as a Party Host
/in NewsFrom TiPS… The National Minimum Drinking Age Act of 1984 established the minimum drinking age at 21 in the United States, with states implementing laws that prohibit individuals under 21 years of age from purchasing or possessing alcohol in public. However, underage drinking remains a pervasive problem, prompting state legislators to enact Social Host Liability laws that […]
AMCO online licensing – please register
/in NewsThe Alaska Alcohol & Marijuana Control Office is privileged to announce the launching of its new on-line licensing system AK-ACCIS through myAlaska. If you are an existing licensee, your first task is to “claim the business entity” that holds your license. Once we at AMCO have substantiated your claim, you will be able to take action […]
Certify your staff in alcohol service
/in NewsThere are a few ways you can get your staff certified in alcohol service through Alaska Hospitality Retailers IN-PERSON or ONLINE In-person training through TIPs (full class) To pre-register or for information: call 646-4628 or email [email protected] – registration is required five (5) days prior to the class. Visit website for class schedule (www.alaskahospitalityretailers.org ) Class begins at 10:30am (sharp) and ends at approximately 6 hours […]