Press Release Archive: 2004
December 6, 2004
October 22, 2004
U.S. Representative Shelly Berkley (D-1) and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, partnered today to bring a life-saving lesson about the dangers of underage drinking and drunk driving to students at Cimarron Memorial High School today. To highlight the back to school season, Brandon Silveria, a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom, and his father Tony will speak to students about the importance of “making the right choice” about alcohol — and if students are under the age of 21 — the only responsible decision is not to drink. October 18, 2004
October 6, 2004
September 28, 2004
August 24, 2004
June 25, 2004
June 24, 2004
June 4, 2004
June 4, 2004
Thanks to a joint effort between Assemblyman Roy McDonald (R-112) and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, students got a life-saving lesson about the dangers of underage drinking and driving today during a presentation at South Glen Falls High School where Assemblyman McDonald appeared with Brandon Silveria, a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. May 18, 2004
Thanks to The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, students got a life-saving lesson today during presentations at Miami Sunset High School and Felix Varela High School. Brandon Silveria, a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom, and Tony Silveria, Brandon’s father, appeared to talk to students about the dangers of underage drinking and drunk driving, and to tell their own story of survival. May 18, 2004
May 14, 2004
Thanks to a joint effort between Assemblywoman Cathy Young (R, CI, Olean) and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, students got a life-saving lesson about the dangers of underage drinking and driving today during a presentation at Portville High School. During Prom and Graduation Season, Assemblywoman Young appeared with Brandon Silveria, a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. May 14, 2004
Thanks to a joint effort between Erie County Legislator Chuck Swanick (R-Grand Island, Tonawanda) and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, students got a life-saving lesson about the dangers of underage drinking and driving today during a presentation at Tonawanda Senior High School. During Prom and Graduation Season, Swanick appeared with Brandon Silveria, a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom.
May 11, 2004
May 10, 2004
Thanks to a joint effort between Congressman Robert Menendez (D-13) and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, students got a life-saving lesson about the dangers of underage drinking and driving today during a presentation at North Bergen High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation Season, Congressman Menendez appeared with Brandon Silveria, a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. April 28, 2004
April 26, 2004
Thanks to a joint effort between U.S. Representative JD Hayworth (R-5/AZ) and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, students got a life-saving lesson about the dangers of underage drinking and driving today during a presentation at Coronado High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation Season, U.S. Representative Hayworth appeared with Brandon Silveria, a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom.
April 21, 2004
Thanks to a joint effort between New York District Attorney for Westchester County Jeanine Pirro, U.S. Representative Nita Lowey (D-NY/18), U.S. Representative Sue Kelly (R-NY/19) and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, students across Westchester County will get a life-saving lesson about the dangers of underage drinking and drunk driving today during presentations at several area high schools: The Masters School, Briarcliff Manor High School, Fox Lane High School, Hastings High School, Pelham Memorial High School, Croton Harman High School, Hendrick Hudson High School. Events are scheduled today through Friday, April 23, 2004. April 16, 2004
In advance of Prom and Graduation Season, Representative Edward “Mickey” Stephens (D-124); Sergeant Tommy Tillman, Chatham County Sheriff’s Department; Stony McGill, Georgia Alcohol Dealers Association; Ronald D. Johnson, Georgia Department of Revenue, Alcohol and Tobacco Division; Gordon Johnson, National Distributing Company; and Chuck Fountain, Habersham Beverage Warehouse; joined Jay Hibbard of The Century Council today to launch The Council’s new public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking at Habersham Beverage Warehouse on Abercorn Street. April 15, 2004
April 14, 2004
Thanks to a joint effort between First Lady Vikki Shirley and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, students got a life-saving lesson about the dangers of underage drinking and driving today during a presentation at Gallup High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation Season, First Lady Shirley appeared with Brandon Silveria, a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom, and Tony Silveria, Brandon’s father. Mayor Bob Rosebrough, City Councilor Bill Macharo and Citizen Advocate Ben Welch from Gallup also attended the presentation. Mayor Rosebrough will issue a proclamation honoring Brandon and Tony. Father and son made a second presentation to students at Window Rock High School in Ft. Defiance, AZ this morning. April 6, 2004
In conjunction with World Health Day and its emphasis on global road safety, we affirm our commitment, and that of the distilled spirits industry that supports our efforts, to reduce the number of alcohol-related deaths on our roads through tougher laws, meaningful education and effective communications. April 1, 2004
March 25, 2004
In advance of the Spring Season which brings Spring Break, Prom and Graduation, Sheriff Mark Lutrell, Shelby County Sheriffs Office; Barry Mitchell, Chief Probation Officer, Memphis and Shelby County Juvenile Court; John Barzizza, President, Southwestern Wine & Liquor; Josh Hammond, co-owner Busters Liquors; joined Pam Beer of The Century Council, to launch The Council’s new public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking today at Buster’s Liquors on South Highland. March 24, 2004
Miles Cawthon, Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission and Mike Massey, West End Discount Liquors & Wines; joined Pam Beer of The Century Council, for the statewide launch of The Council’s new public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking today at West End Discount Liquors & Wines. March 23, 2004
In advance of the Spring Season which brings Spring Break, Prom and Graduation, Barbara Pelot, Knoxville City Council; Captain Gordon Catlett and Officer Phil Major, Knoxville Police Department; Mike Scruggs, Beverage Control: Jerry Sinclair, Knoxville Beverage Company, and Mike Williams, D&V Distributing joined Pam Beer of The Century Council, for the statewide launch of The Council’s new public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking today at Bob’s Package Store on North Winston Road. March 22, 2004
In advance of the Spring Season which brings Spring Break, Prom and Graduation, U.S. Representative Chris Cannon (R-3rd); Craig Burnett, Murray City Police Department; Randall Bachman, Director, Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health; Ken Wynn, Director, Utah Department of Alcohol Beverage Control; and Teri Pectol, Program Manager, Office of Governor’s Highway Safety; joined Dana Fudurich of The Century Council, for the statewide launch of The Council’s new public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking today. March 17, 2004
In advance of the Spring Season which brings Spring Break, Prom and Graduation, Oregon State Senator Kate Brown (D-21); Officer John Laws, Portland Police Bureau; and Phil Lang, Chairman, Oregon Liquor Control Commission; joined Dana Fudurich of The Century Council, to unveil The Council’s new public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking today at the Milwaukie Liquor Store on SE Oak Street, Milwaukie. March 16, 2004
March 15, 2004
Thanks to a joint effort between State Representative Kino Flores (D-TX/36) and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, students got a life-saving lesson about the dangers of underage drinking and driving today during a presentation at Jimmy Carter High School where Rep. Flores joined Brandon Silveria and his father, Tony, in advance of spring break, prom and graduation season. Brandon Silveria is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. March 15, 2004
March 8, 2004
Students got a life-saving lesson about the dangers of underage drinking and driving during a presentation at Mauldin High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation Season, Congressman DeMint appeared with Brandon Silveria, a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom, and Tony Silveria, Brandon’s father. March 5, 2004
Thanks to a joint effort between Congressman Jim DeMint (R-SC/4) and The Century Council, students got a life-saving lesson about the dangers of underage drinking and driving today during a presentation at Malden High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation Season, Congressman DeMint appeared with Brandon Silveria, a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom, and Tony Silveria, Brandon's father. March 1, 2004
U.S. Representative Heather Wilson (D-1st); Sheriff Darren White, Bernalillo County; Deputy Chief Paul Chavez, Albuquerque Police Department; Bob Daws, National Distributing Company; Connie Nellos, Quarter’s BBQ Restaurant and Package Liquors; joined Shannon Adams of The Century Council, to unveil The Council’s new public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking today at Quarter’s BBQ Restaurant and Package Liquors on Ellison. February 28, 2004
In advance of the Spring Season which brings Spring Break, Prom and Graduation, West Virginia State Senator Vic Sprouse; Chief Jerry Pauley, Charleston Police Department; Gary Robinson, Education Prevention Supervisor, West Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Commission; and Michael Folio, North Central Distributors; joined Pam Beer of The Century Council, to unveil The Council’s new public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking today at the Liquor Mart on Patrick Street. February 20, 2004
"Key to addressing the problem of underage drinking is having a sense for where youth obtain the alcohol they drink. In a recent survey commissioned by The Century Council, we asked teens, 'Where do you get the alcohol that you drink?' 65% of the youth surveyed said that they got the alcohol they drink from family and friends, meaning they got it from their parents, their friends' parents, older siblings or family members or older friends," said Shannon Adams of the Century Council. February 19, 2004
February 18, 2004
February 17, 2004
February 12, 2004
February 12, 2004
February 2, 2004
In advance of the Spring Season which brings Spring Break, Prom and Graduation, Representative Deb Gullett; Bill Weigele, President, Arizona Licensed Beverage Association (ALBA); and Leesa Berens-Morrison, Director, Arizona Department of Liquor Licenses and Control; joined Ralph Blackman, President and CEO of The Century Council, to unveil The Council’s new public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking today at Tops Liquor Store on West University. January 15, 2004
January 15, 2004
"According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 84 youths under the age of 21 died in alcohol-related traffic fatalities in Tennessee 2002, a decrease of over 1% from 2001. While this shows improvement, Brandon’s message is an important, powerful reminder of what can happen. By sharing his story with students here in Tennessee, I am hopeful that we can reinforce what children are hearing from their parents, and take a step towards reducing drunk driving. Even one lost life is too many," said U.S. Rep. Bart Gordon. January 12, 2004
Thanks to a joint effort between Congressman Tom Davis (R-11) and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, students got a life-saving lesson about the dangers of underage drinking and driving today during a presentation at Fairfax High School where Congressman Davis appeared with Brandon Silveria, a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. Launched in 1991, The Century Council is funded by America's leading distillers. The Council's mission is to promote responsible decision-making regarding beverage alcohol and discourage all forms of irresponsible consumption through education, communications, research, law enforcement and other programs.
