In the 12 years we have lived in Fayetteville, we have been elated that there is an alcohol law. In the letter Mr. Coursey wrote, he seems to think revenue for the local government is more important than having “dives” serving drivers and minors.

If we did change it the way he suggests, the revenue would have to go to providing space for those who habitually misuse the laws concerning it. We already have a problem with minors getting the alcohol now.

As far as I am concerned, too much alcohol is served here now. Tanner's Restaurant serves daiquiris, bloody Mary's and other drinks, somehow circumventing the law. I'd like to know why this is allowed. If restaurants like Village Cafe, City Cafe, (and I really like these two establishments and go there often) and others get their “bread and butter” from alcohol sales, then they should be ever vigilant to make sure they follow the law closely.

If a citizen leaves his proof of insurance at home, he can be frisked, handcuffed and taken to jail! There is no reason the offending businesses should not have to pay a stiff price, especially when it can mean someone's life. Alcohol destroys lives, families, towns, cities and counties.

I do not want to see Fayette County littered with “dives,” “taverns,” or “watering holes” or the problems they cause. We have enough crime without alcohol causing more. If other municipalities want it, let them have it. The citizens have spoken enough about this issue by voting against it.

Call us what you will, unsophisticated, uninformed, whatever, Fayette County for the most part represents what is important in life, family values.

Rachael Reagan
Fayette County

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