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Tifton Votes on Downtown Drinking | Albany Georgia News
Tifton, Georgia is poised to transform its downtown with a new “Downtown Entertainment District” ordinance that would let residents buy drinks and stroll around town — a bold move to revitalize the area and boost local businesses. Covering a major stretch from Fourth Street to Highway 82, the plan allows one drink per person in special cups, between 11 AM and 10 PM daily (noon Sundays), sparking debate. Supporters, including the Merchants Association, see it as a chance to create a lively, walkable hub like other cities, with safeguards to promote responsible drinking. But critics, including…
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