Sports

Open Container Alcohol OK'd Outside SunTrust Park

Atlanta Braves fans have another reason to cheer, or should we say, 'Cheers!'

SOUTH COBB, GA -- Alcoholic drinks in an open container will now be permissible around the new Atlanta Braves ballpark, thanks to the creation of a new tailgating district.

The new measure was approved by the Cobb County Board of Commissioners this week, county spokeswoman Sherri Kell confirmed to Patch Thursday.

The district will encompass the neighboring entertainment complex, The Battery, and allow open container alcohol to be sold and consumed.

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The Braves' lease on Turner Field expires Dec 31.

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