Pineville will allow alcohol sales at 'restaurants'

Voters have decided to loosen the city’s restrictions on alcohol sales.
A measure approved by 78 percent of those voting Saturday will allow restaurants to sell alcoholic beverages. Previously, all alcohol sales were prohibited in the city.
Supporters say national restaurant chains have been interested in Pineville but shied away because of the alcohol ban.
More restaurants, supporters argued, could lead to the development of hotels and a chance for the city to compete for events such as youth sports tournaments and small conventions.
The last time an election on allowing alcohol in Pineville was held was 1981.
The approval has to be implemented through a city ordinance, which will define “restaurant” among othe things.