GREENSBORO, N.C. — Greensboro’s Alcoholic Beverage Control Board is one of the top revenue generators in the state, according to a new performance audit of North Carolina’s ABC system released by the Office of the State Auditor. The audit provides a detailed look at liquor sales, warehouse operations, and how local ABC boards perform.
The report shows that the Greensboro ABC Board brought in $80.8 million in gross sales in Fiscal Year 2025, while the Triad Municipal ABC Board generated $66.1 million. The revenue supports not only local and state programs but also law enforcement, alcohol education, and public health services.
North Carolina is one of 17 states that directly controls alcohol sales. Across the state, 171 local ABC boards operate 452 stores, with warehousing and distribution managed by LB&B Associates under a state contract. The audit found that LB&B met performance standards for cost accuracy, order accuracy, and safety, but delivery and seasonal shipping targets were sometimes missed due to driver shortages, mechanical issues, and severe weather…