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Dale Farino to Lead Virginia ABC into the Future as CEO

April 23, 2024 – Dale Farino appointed new CEO at Virginia ABC.

Virginia ABC to Celebrate Opening of Newest Store in Norfolk

April 09, 2024 – Virginia ABC officials will host a grand opening ceremony at the new Norfolk store at 10 a.m. Monday, April 15.

Virginia ABC to Celebrate Opening of Newest Store in Leesburg

March 18, 2024 – Virginia ABC opens new retail store in Leesburg.

Virginia ABC Bureau of Law Enforcement Receives Third Accreditation from Professional Standards Commission

March 08, 2024 – Virginia ABC's Bureau of Law Enforcement earned its third accreditation from the Virginia Law Enforcement Professional Standards Commission.

Virginia ABC Announces Dates for Its Alcohol Education and Prevention Grant Applications

December 12, 2023 – Virginia ABC application for the 2024-2025 Alcohol Education and Prevention Grant program opens on Jan. 1, 2024.

Four Virginia Universities and a Community College Recognized for Substance Use Prevention Efforts

November 21, 2023 – The VHESUAC Recognition Program recognizes colleges across the commonwealth that are implementing initiatives to stem substance use on campuses.

Virginia ABC Hosts Grand Opening for 400th Store in Jonesville

November 15, 2023 – Virginia ABC opens its 400th store in Jonesville, the first in Lee County.

Travis G. Hill to Step Down as Virginia ABC Chief Executive Officer

September 28, 2023 – Travis G. Hill to Step Down as Virginia ABC Chief Executive Officer

Virginia ABC Honored with Best Practices Award by StateWays Magazine

September 26, 2023 – Virginia ABC earns Overall Best Practices Award from StateWays magazine.

Miss Virginia Katie Rose Partners with Virginia ABC to Teach Students About Making Healthy Choices

September 13, 2023 – Miss Virginia, supported by Virginia ABC, educates elementary school students about the risks of alcohol and other drug use.