Convenience store owners have said they would like to be able to offer beer and wine for sale.

Countywide beer and wine sales will be up to voters

Jessica Webb editor@thesmokymountaintimes.com   Swain County Board of Commissioners have responded to a request from business owners in the county to help level the playing field. Currently, beer and wine outside of city limits are available at a…

Countywide beer and wine sales will be up to voters

Jessica Webb

editor@thesmokymountaintimes.com

 

Swain County Board of Commissioners have responded to a request from business owners in the county to help level the playing field. Currently, beer and wine outside of city limits are available at a select few locations that qualify under special designations like resorts. A few who own convenience stores have requested they too be able to take part in this profitable business.