New Store Opens in Stafford

Customers in Stafford County have a new location to shop for spirits, mixers and Virginia wines at the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority’s (ABC) newest store at 1630 Publix Way in the Embrey Mill Town Center.

Virginia ABC’s Chief Executive Officer Travis Hill, Board Chair Maria Everett, store staff, local officials and others will celebrate the new store with a grand opening event on Aug. 2 at 10 a.m. The event will feature brief remarks, followed by a ribbon cutting.

“Conveniently located near central Stafford, our 395th store will carry more than 3,000 products,” said ABC CEO Travis Hill. “We hope the location will be a great asset for county residents and visitors to the area.”

The store measures 2,952 square feet. Sixty-five percent of the 2,952 square footage space is for retail, and the remaining 35% is for office space and inventory. The store employs one store manager and three sales associates to offer suggestions and help customers find products.

The store’s operating hours are 10 a.m. − 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12 − 6 p.m. Sunday. Customers can visit ABC’s website to find this location, see inventory and shop online for curbside or in-store pickup: https://www.abc.virginia.gov.

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The Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Authority (ABC) is a major source of revenue for the commonwealth, contributing more than $2.3 billion to the general fund in the last five years. Virginia ABC currently operates 395 state stores and provides alcohol education and prevention programs for people of all ages. Its Bureau of Law Enforcement oversees approximately 19,000 ABC licensed establishments. Now marking its 87th year, ABC remains committed to progress and innovation in carrying out its vision of bringing good spirits and excellent service to Virginia.

Web: www.abc.virginia.gov Facebook: @VirginiaABC Twitter: @VirginiaABC