Press Release Archive: 2006
December 21, 2006
The 2006 Monitoring the Future Survey, released today, noted there was a significant decrease in lifetime and past year alcohol consumption among 12th graders from 2005. Additionally, a special analysis for ONDCP revealed a significant 13% decrease in past month alcohol consumption among 8th, 10th and 12th grades combined from 35.7% in 2001 to 31.1% in 2006. 
December 19, 2006
Marking the first time that offenders were asked what would make them stop driving drunk, The Century Council announced results of a survey to fight one of the most dangerous sectors of the driving population: the hardcore drunk driver. December 19, 2006
In Utah, Attorney General Mark Shurtleff; Larry Lunt, Chairman, Utah Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission; Chief Chris Burbank, Salt Lake City Police Department; and JD Edgington, Manager, Avenue's Liquor Store; joined Dana Fudurich, The Century Council, to launch a public awareness campaign to prevent underage drinking. December 14, 2006
In advance of the winter holiday season, Brian Fischer, Charmer Sunbelt Group; the Tampa Police Department; and Ed Estes, ABC Fine Wine and Spirits; joined Shannon Adams of The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by the nation's leading distillers, to launch a public awareness campaign to prevent underage drinking. December 14, 2006
In Denver, Attorney General John Suthers; and Lieutenant Colonel Richard Salas, Colorado State Patrol; joined Ralph Black, President and CEO of The Century Council, to launch a public awareness campaign to prevent underage drinking. December 13, 2006
In Boise, Attorney General Lawrence Wasden; Dyke Nally, Superintendent, Idaho State Liquor Dispensary; Jim Tibbs, Drug Czar, Office of the Governor, Sgt. Gregory Harris, Bureau of Alcohol Beverage Control, Chief Mike Masterson and Jermaine Galloway, Boise Police Department; and Jim Felton, Manager, State Liquor Store #103; joined Ralph Blackman, President and CEO of The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by the nation's leading distillers, to launch a public awareness campaign to prevent underage drinking. December 13, 2006
Mark Hicks, Mississippi Office of Alcoholic Beverage Control; Brian Fischer, Charmer Sunbelt Group; Chief Harold Chaffin, Tupelo Police Department; Jim Johnson, Lee County Sheriff; and Andy Nash, Rebel Package Store; joined Shannon Adams of The Century Council to launch a public awareness campaign to prevent underage drinking. December 12, 2006
In Hattiesburg, Mark Hicks, Mississippi Office of Alcoholic Beverage Control; Brian Fischer, Charmer Sunbelt Group; Chief David Wynn, Hattiesburg Police Department; Danny Rigel, Lamar County Sheriff; and Jeff Farris, Oak Grove Plaza Package Store; joined Shannon Adams of The Century Council to launch a public awareness campaign to prevent underage drinking. December 12, 2006
In advance of the winter holiday season, Representative Rita Martinson; Mark Hicks, Mississippi Office of Alcoholic Beverage Control; Brian Fischer, Charmer Sunbelt Group; Chief Jimmy Houston, Ridgeland Police Department; Toby Trowbridge, Madison County Sheriff; Joel Shows, Joe T's Package Store; joined Shannon Adams of The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by the nation’s leading distillers, to launch a public awareness campaign to prevent underage drinking. December 8, 2006
The Century Council has chosen North Carolina as the first state to launch the "We Don’t Serve Teens" campaign and will distribute public service announcements to television stations that serve Asheville, Greensboro and Charlotte. The campaign will continue to be rolled out in cities across the country through 2007. December 8, 2006
Katie Alley of Greensboro Alcoholic Beverage Control and Erik Strickland of The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by the nation's leading distillers, launched a public awareness campaign to prevent underage drinking. December 8, 2006
In advance of the winter holiday season, Charlie Worley, Chairman of Ashville Alcoholic Beverage Control Board; Curtis Canty, Asheville Alcoholic Beverage Control; and Mickey Ray, Chief of Ashville Alcoholic Beverage Control Law Enforcement; joined Erik Strickland of The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by the nation's leading distillers, to launch a public awareness campaign to prevent underage drinking. December 7, 2006
The STOP Act marks the first time in recent history that all stakeholders in the fight against underage drinking have united around legislation to prevent and reduce underage drinking. We applaud the efforts of all involved. We hope that we can continue to make progress by working together. November 20, 2006
We believe that focusing on the hardcore drunk driver (high BAC and repeat offenders) is of utmost importance. We agree that advanced vehicle technologies should be explored but also believe, as do many standing up here today, that any future technology must not get ahead of the data or public support. October 25, 2006
Recognizing the importance of providing college students with the tools necessary to make safe and responsible decisions regarding beverage alcohol, The Century Council and The Charmer Sunbelt Group, "the distributor of choice" for fine wines and spirits, joined forces to sponsor the 2006 College Smash-Mouth Bass Championship. Thirty-seven colleges and universities from across the nation participated in the championship, which took place in Little Rock, Arkansas and debuted on ESPN 2 and ESPN-U on September 28th. October 18, 2006
The Federal Trade Commission and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by the nation's leading distillers, joined forces today to launch a public awareness campaign to prevent underage drinking. The new initiative called "We Don't Serve Teens," is designed to inform adults that providing underage drinkers with alcohol is unsafe, illegal, and irresponsible. September 14, 2006
Attorney General Larry Long in partnership with The Century Council today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at West Central High School. As students head back to school, Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke to students about the importance of "making the right choice" about alcohol — and if students are under the age of 21, that the only responsible decision is not to drink. Brandon is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. September 8, 2006
State Senator Jennie Forehand in partnership with The Century Council today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Rockville High School. As students head back to school, Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke to students about the importance of "making the right choice" about alcohol — and if students are under the age of 21, that the only responsible decision is not to drink. Brandon is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. August 31, 2006
In advance of back to school season, Congressman George Radanovich (R-19); Stockton District Administrator Leonard Bachman, California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control; and Assistant Chief Mike Harden, Modesto Police Department; joined Dana Fudurich of The Century Council to launch a public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking and discourage adults from providing alcohol to minors. The launch was held at Beverages & More on Sisk Road. August 28, 2006
In advance of back to school season, Congressman Vernon Ehlers; MLCC Commissioner Judy Allen; Lieutenant Ralph Mason, Grand Rapids Police Department; and Rishi Makkar, Owner, International Beverage; joined Jennifer Curley of The Century Council to launch a public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking and discourage adults from providing alcohol to minors. The launch was held at International Beverage on East Paris SE. August 23, 2006
A recent survey commissioned by The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America's leading distilled spirits producers, revealed that nearly half of all mothers think underage drinking is acceptable under some circumstances. The survey found that mothers of teenage daughters underestimate the occurrence of underage drinking among their own daughters and misjudge the seriousness of the issue. August 22, 2006
A recent survey commissioned by The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America's leading distilled spirits producers, revealed that nearly half of all mothers think underage drinking is acceptable under some circumstances. The survey found that mothers of teenage daughters underestimate the occurrence of underage drinking among their own daughters and misjudge the seriousness of the issue. August 22, 2006
In advance of back to school season, Attorney General Charles Foti; Kavin Sherwood, Glazers Distributors; Commissioner Murphy Painter, Louisiana Alcohol and Tobacco Control; Chief Jeff LeDuff, Baton Rouge Police Department; and John Smith, Cork and Bottle; joined Ralph Blackman of The Century Council to launch a public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking and discourage adults from providing alcohol to minors. The launch was held at Cork and Bottle on Perkins Road. August 17, 2006
In advance of back to school season, Attorney General Drew Edmondson; Mike Jacoby, Central Liquor; Keith Burt, ABLE Commission; Chief Bill Citty, Oklahoma City Police Department; and Dale Blackburn, Cellar Wine and Spirits; joined Shannon Adams of The Century Council to launch a public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking and discourage adults from providing alcohol to minors. The launch was held at Cellar Wine and Spirits on North May Avenue. July 19, 2006
A recent survey commissioned by The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distilled spirits producers, revealed that nearly half of all mothers think underage drinking is acceptable under some circumstances. The survey found that mothers of teenage daughters underestimate the occurrence of underage drinking among their own daughters and misjudge the seriousness of the issue. July 17, 2006
A recent survey commissioned by The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distilled spirits producers, revealed that nearly half of all mothers think underage drinking is acceptable under some circumstances. The survey found that mothers of teenage daughters underestimate the occurrence of underage drinking among their own daughters and misjudge the seriousness of the issue. July 6, 2006
A recent survey commissioned by The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distilled spirits producers, revealed that nearly half of all mothers think underage drinking is acceptable under some circumstances. The survey found that mothers of teenage daughters underestimate the occurrence of underage drinking among their own daughters and misjudge the seriousness of the issue. June 30, 2006
In advance of Fourth of July weekend, Montana Attorney General Mike McGrath; and Shauna Helfert, Administrator Liquor Control Division, Department of Revenue; joined Erik Strickland of The Century Council, to launch a public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking and discourage adults from providing alcohol to minors. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers. It is dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. The launch was held at the M-T Glass Liquor Store on 11th Avenue. June 30, 2006
In an effort to help prevent alcohol related traffic fatalities during the upcoming Fourth of July holiday and all year long, The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and committed to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, encouraged Americans to make responsible decisions about alcohol this Independence Day weekend by promoting a high-tech tool that educates adults about how alcohol affects their individual blood alcohol concentration (BAC). June 29, 2006
In advance of Fourth of July weekend, State Senator Teresa Lubbers (District 30); Monroe Gray, President, Indianapolis City/County Council; Dave Heath, Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission; Sheriff Frank Anderson, Marion County Sheriff’s Department; Chief Michael Spears, Indianapolis Police Department; Greg Sharer, Dean of Student Services, Butler University; and Jim James, Founder and President of 21st Amendment, Inc. joined Ralph Blackman, President and CEO of The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, to launch a public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking and discourage adults from providing alcohol to minors. The launch was held at 21st Amendment on North Illinois Street. June 22, 2006
In advance of Fourth of July weekend, Auday Arabo, President, California Independent Grocer’s and Convenience Store Association; Lee Riegler, California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control; Officer Jonathon Houston, Sacramento Police Department; and Rob Ross, California Beverage Merchant Association joined Dana Fudurich of The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, to launch a public awareness campaign designed to prevent underage drinking and discourage adults from providing alcohol to minors. The launch was held at Ernie’s Wine and Liquor in Carmichael. June 08, 2006
District 37 Legislators 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 drunk driving and underage drinking to students of Teaneck High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. June 07, 2006
State Senator Gerald Cardinale 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 drunk driving and underage drinking to students of Pascack Valley High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. June 06, 2006
Congressman Scott Garrett 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 drunk driving and underage drinking to students of Park Ridge High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. June 05, 2006
The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students of Bergen County this week. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. May 24, 2006
A recent survey commissioned by The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distilled spirits producers, revealed that nearly half of all mothers think underage drinking is acceptable under some circumstances. The survey found that mothers of teenage daughters underestimate the occurrence of underage drinking among their own daughters and misjudge the seriousness of the issue. May 17, 2006
Assemblyman Joseph Errigo 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 drunk driving and underage drinking to students of Naples High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. May 17, 2006
Assemblyman Stephen Hawley 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 drunk driving and underage drinking to students of Batavia High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. May 17, 2006
The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students of Bishop Timon- St. Jude High School and Mount Mercy Academy today. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. May 17, 2006
Assemblyman Jack Quinn 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 drunk driving and underage drinking to students of Lake Shore High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. May 17, 2006
The Erie County Sheriff’s Office 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 drunk driving and underage drinking to students of Grand Island Senior High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. May 22, 2006
The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students of Alden High School today. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. May 13, 2006
A recent survey commissioned by The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distilled spirits producers, revealed that nearly half of all mothers think underage drinking is acceptable under some circumstances. The survey found that mothers of teenage daughters underestimate the occurrence of underage drinking among their own daughters and misjudge the seriousness of the issue. May 5, 2006
Congressman Lee Terry 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 drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Elkhorn High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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. May 2, 2006
The New Hampshire State Liquor Commission, Attorney General Kelly Ayotte and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, will partner this week to bring a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students of New Hampshire. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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. May 2, 2006
Taking advantage of how teens prefer to communicate, The Century Council, an organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, is launching a novel, creative way to remind teens not to drink during the night of their proms. In order to send the text message, parents only need to do the following: May 1, 2006
Congressman Michael Burgess 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 drunk driving and underage drinking to students at four area High Schools. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. April 28, 2006
U.S. Representative Mike Ferguson 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 drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Wardlaw-Hartridge High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. April 28, 2006
The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Monroe Township High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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 spoke 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. April 27, 2006
Nearly half of all mothers think underage drinking is acceptable in different circumstances. Results from a recent survey, commissioned by The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distilled spirits producers, found that mothers of teenage daughters underestimate the occurrence of underage drinking among their own daughters and misjudge the seriousness of the issue. In cooperation with Representative Ginny Brown-Waite and Representative Hilda L. Solis, co-chairs of the Congressional Caucus for Women’s Issues, The Century Council brought their latest program, Girl Talk: Choices and Consequences of Underage Drinking, to Capitol Hill today. The Council developed Girl Talk and will distribute the program in partnership with the Society for Women’s Health Research, the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association, and the US National Women’s Soccer Team Players Association. Girl Talk provides moms and daughters with the tools to address this gap in knowledge and understanding of the prevalence of underage drinking, much of which is based on lack of effective communication between mothers and their teenage daughters. April 26, 2006
Attorney General Patrick Lynch and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, will partner this week to bring a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at four area High Schools. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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. April 24, 2006
Congresswoman Stephanie Tubbs Jones 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 drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Orange High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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. April 19, 2006
Attorney Charles Foti and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, partner today to bring a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Carroll High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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. April 19, 2006
Louisiana Attorney General Charles Foti joined The Century Council to announce a statewide initiative to fight underage drinking in Louisiana. The initiative features a new, innovative program developed by The Century Council in partnership with Nickelodeon — Ask, Listen, Learn: Kids and Alcohol Don’t Mix — which recognizes that the key to stopping underage drinking is communication early and often between parents and children. Ask, Listen, Learn provides both kids and parents with information and strategies to help jumpstart the conversation about the dangers of underage drinking, in a format and language designed specifically for them. April 10, 2006
Attorney General Mark J. Bennett, The Hawai`i Hotel and Lodging Association and The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, partner this week to bring a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Kauai High School, Waimea High School, Farrington High School, and Pearl City High School. In advance of Prom and Graduation 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. The events mark a continuing partnership between the organizations to combat drunk driving and underage drinking in Hawai`i. April 5, 2006
South Carolina Attorney General Henry McMaster joined The Century Council to announce a statewide initiative to fight underage drinking in South Carolina. The initiative features a new, innovative program developed by The Century Council in partnership with Nickelodeon — Ask, Listen, Learn: Kids and Alcohol Don’t Mix — which recognizes that the key to stopping underage drinking is communication early and often between parents and children. Ask, Listen, Learn provides both kids and parents with information and strategies to help jumpstart the conversation about the dangers of underage drinking, in a format and language designed specifically for them. April 5, 2006
In honor of April’s designation as Alcohol awareness month, The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers and dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, launched the 7th annual recognition of National Prom and Graduation Safety Months. While spring is a time for joyous occasions — proms and graduation celebrations — it is too often marred by the often fatal consequences of illegal underage drinking. In light of this real danger during prom and graduation season, The Council highlights a number of efforts to educate parents and teens about the dangers of underage drinking through program implementation and public awareness outreach. March 31, 2006
Attorney General Jim Petro, The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, and the Ohio Division of Liquor Control brought a life-saving lesson to students at Chaminade-Julienne High School today. 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, spoke 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. March 30, 2006
Attorney General Jim Petro, The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, and the Ohio Division of Liquor Control brought a life-saving lesson to students at Gahanna Lincoln High School today. 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, spoke 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. March 28, 2006
The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking, brought a life-saving lesson to students at Mason High School today. 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, spoke 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. March 27, 2006
Assemblyman Matthew Mirones and The Century Council today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at New Dorp High School and The Frances School. Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke to students about the importance of “making the right choice” about alcohol — if students are under the age of 21, the only responsible decision is not to drink. Brandon is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. March 24, 2006
The Century Council today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at St. Xavier High School. Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke to students about the importance of “making the right choice” about alcohol — if students are under the age of 21, the only responsible decision is not to drink. Brandon is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. March 24, 2006
State Representative Jimmy Higdon (R-24) and The Century Council today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Marion County High School. Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke to students about the importance of “making the right choice” about alcohol — if students are under the age of 21, the only responsible decision is not to drink. Brandon is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. March 23, 2006
Attorney General Mark Shurtleff, the Department of Alcohol Beverage Control and The Century Council today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Murray High School. Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke to students about the importance of “making the right choice” about alcohol — if students are under the age of 21, the only responsible decision is not to drink. Brandon is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. March 20, 2006
Starting today, thanks to a partnership program called Cops in Shops®, Florida teens will find it tougher than ever to buy alcohol. Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz (D-20); Captain Pat Roberts, Florida Division of Alcoholic Beverage and Tobacco; Louis DeFalco, Director of Safety and Security, ABC Fine Wine and Spirits; Keith Andersen, Chairman of Florida Retail Beverage Council; ##, Broward County Sheriff’s Office; and Detective Bill Spodnick, Fort Lauderdale Police Department; joined Shannon Adams of The Century Council, a not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distillers including Florida-based Bacardi U.S.A., to launch the Cops in Shops® program at an event held today at ABC Fine Wine & Spirits on North Federal Highway. March 17, 2006
U.S. Congresswoman Katherine Harris(R-13) and The Century Council today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Palmetto High School. Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke to students about the importance of “making the right choice” about alcohol — if students are under the age of 21, the only responsible decision is not to drink. Brandon is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. March 15, 2006
Attorney General Charlie Crist and The Century Council today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Episcopal High School. Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke to students about the importance of “making the right choice” about alcohol — if students are under the age of 21, the only responsible decision is not to drink. Brandon is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. February 27, 2006
United States Congresswoman Sue Myrick (R-9) and The Century Council today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Charlotte Catholic High School. Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke to students about the importance of “making the right choice” about alcohol — if students are under the age of 21, the only responsible decision is not to drink. Brandon is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. February 10, 2006
According to the 2005 Monitoring The Future Study, since 1992 underage drinking is down for both girls and boys — underage alcohol consumption among 8th grade, 10th grade and 12th grade boys and girls measured by lifetime consumption, annual consumption and thirty day consumption are all down. Since 1991, The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distilled spirits producers, has been at the forefront of developing cutting edge programs to help fight underage drinking among our nation’s youth. In particular, the Council has long recognized the unique consequences and challenges faced by our nation’s teenage girls. Recognizing the key role that mothers play in teenagers’ decision to drink, or not, the Council commissioned research among mothers and daughters on the issue of underage drinking. The data showed that mothers of teenage daughters underestimate the occurrence of underage drinking among their own daughters and misjudge the seriousness of the issue. To address this gap in knowledge and understanding of the prevalence of underage drinking, The Century Council announced the release of a new program, Girl Talk: Choices and Consequences of Underage Drinking. January 26, 2006
A recent survey commissioned by The Century Council, a national not-for-profit organization funded by America’s leading distilled spirits producers, revealed that nearly half of all mothers think underage drinking is acceptable under some circumstances. The survey found that mothers of teenage daughters underestimate the occurrence of underage drinking among their own daughters and misjudge the seriousness of the issue. January 24, 2006
United States Congressman Dennis Cardoza (D-18) and The Century Council today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Modesto High School. Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke to students about the importance of “making the right choice” about alcohol — if students are under the age of 21, the only responsible decision is not to drink. Brandon is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. January 23, 2006
Attorney General John Suthers and The Century Council today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at John F. Kennedy High School. Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke to students about the importance of “making the right choice” about alcohol — and if students are under the age of 21, that the only responsible decision is not to drink. Brandon is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. January 12, 2006
The Century Council today brought a life-saving lesson about the dangers of drunk driving and underage drinking to students at Reed High School. Brandon Silveria and his father Tony spoke to students about the importance of “making the right choice” about alcohol — and if students are under the age of 21, that the only responsible decision is not to drink. Brandon is a young man who was involved in an alcohol-related crash at age 17 just before his high school prom. The Century Council is a national not-for-profit organization funded by distillers dedicated to fighting drunk driving and underage drinking. 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.
