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Dennis Olshove has been reappointed to serve on the Liquor Control Commission through June 12, 2026. Currently he is the administrative commissioner and has served on the commission since 2012. Prior to his appointment on the commission, Mr. Olshove was a state senator, state representative, and a Macomb County commissioner. The Commission is responsible for […]

This week, Governor Gretchen Whitmer made two appointments to the Liquor Control Commission, which is the sole wholesaler for all distilled spirit products in the state. Additionally, it is responsible for the licensing of the manufacture and sale of all beer, wine, distilled spirits, and mixed drinks in the state. The Commission is also responsible […]

In recognition of Alcohol Awareness Month, the Michigan Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) urged Michigan residents to practice moderation. “During this time of coronavirus be careful of excessive drinking because it can compromise a person’s immune system,” said MLCC Chair Pat Gagliardi. As quarantines have swept the country, sales have also seen a sharp increase. During […]

On Wednesday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced two appointments to the Michigan Liquor Control Commission, serving terms expiring June 12, 2023. The appointees succeed Teri Quimby and Andy Deloney whose terms expired June 12, 2019. Patrick Gagliardi has been appointed to the commission and will serve as Chair. Currently, he owns a consulting firm. Previously, Mr. […]

Chairman Deloney was appointed by Governor Rick Snyder to the Liquor Control Commission in 2011 and was designated by Governor Snyder as Chairman.  He was re-appointed to a second four-year term in May 2015 and continues to serve as Chairman.  Additionally, he serves on the Board of Directors for the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association […]