Mississippi Alcohol Sales Up Raising Some Concerns [View all]

Sales of alcohol in Mississippi are up, but advocates are making sure those who deal with addiction and in recovery are supported through the pandemic. MPB's Alexandra Watts reports.

Businesses and industries across the state are seeing a decline in sales. Yet, Revenue Commissioner Herb Frierson said one industry is up 27 percent.

"The normal peak is December. We’re selling more wine and spirits than we were during the Christmas [and] New Year’s holiday," Frierson said.

Behavioral health specialists say during this Coronavirus pandemic, people are using alcohol to cope with job loss, money issues, health concerns and isolation from friends and family.

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