LEWISTOWN, PA — Frank J. Guerrini, who founded Frank Guerrini Vending Machines here in 1939, died in late April. He was 98. Born in Rome, Italy, in 1912, Guerrini and his family immigrated to the United States when he was eight years old. Attaining an eighth-grade education, he held various jobs and operated several small … Continue reading »
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Don’t Just Own a Business, Be a Hometown Hero!
I am sure many of you have seen the continuous and growing drunk driving problem that makes headlines everyday! So many people are getting D.U.I. felonies, getting into automotive accidents, and killing innocent people! These are problems that are damaging and costly to the lives of everyone involved! Alco-Checkpoint prides itself in not only providing … Continue reading »
Mavs’ DeShawn Stevenson arrested for public intoxication
IRVING, Texas — Dallas Mavericks guard DeShawn Stevenson has been arrested for public intoxication. Police in suburban Irving say Stevenson was arrested Tuesday night after reports of an intoxicated person walking through the grounds of an apartment complex. Police say Stevenson didn’t know where he was and he was arrested after field sobriety tests. He … Continue reading »
State Lawmaker Arrested In Basement Of State Capitol On Suspicion Of Drunk Driving
SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – A state lawmaker was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving in Sacramento on Wednesday night. The California Highway Patrol arrested Assemblyman Martin around 10:00 p.m. in the basement of the State Capitol. According to CHP, officers first noticed Garrick’s Silver Toyota Camry driving over the speed limit near 11th and O streets. Garrick failed … Continue reading »
Top Ten Drunkest Countries
In every culture, alcohol has always been a way to celebrate. People love to drink: when they’re happy, sad, celebrating or mourning. Who does not love sitting with friends, nursing a cold beer? But if you think you love alcohol, think again. Some countries love a stiff drink more than others. Ever wonder which countries … Continue reading »
Sellersburg Town Attorney Charged with DUI
SELLERSBURG, IN (WDRB Fox 41)–The town attorney for Sellersburg, Indiana sent part of the week behind bars. William McCall was arrested Friday night and charged with driving under the influence. McCall was arrested and charged with DUI after police were called to the Thornton’s gas station on West Court Avenue in Jeffersonville. According to a police … Continue reading »
Starting a Vending Machine Business
Introduction to the Vending Machine Business Feel like a soft-drink while walking down the street. What do you do! Look out for a vending machine, put in a coin and out pops the can. You have got what you wanted and someone who is possibly holidaying somewhere has made a profit out of it. You … Continue reading »
Cost of a DUI/DWI
A first offense conviction for driving while under the influence of alcohol (DUI) or while intoxicated (DWI) can cost a driver up to $20,000 in legal fees and related expenses, according to a criminal justice expert. Thomas von Hemert calculated the costs based on data from 18 agencies, groups and companies. His resulting estimate includes … Continue reading »
General Vending Tips
A well maintained machine will be used more often than a neglected one. Service your machine often and it will yield a bigger return. Keep records. Change slow moving products to alternatives. Spread out your route, it will bring up your sales average. Service your machine yourself and when you’re comfortable with it you may … Continue reading »
Overcoming Objections to Installing an Alco-Checkpoint Wall Mounted Breathalyzer
Overcoming Objections Just like all sales, you need to get through the “no” people before you get to the “yes” people. You can turn many of the “no” people into “yes” people by overcoming their objections and informing them with facts. People that do not know things in general are skeptical and have anxiety … Continue reading »
