Norfolk, Brewing and Armed Forces

Armed Forces Brewing Co. CEO alleges efforts to undermine business amid Norfolk departure
The CEO of Armed Forces Brewing Co. alleged efforts to derail the business led to the company leaving Norfolk, but financial documents suggest a company with yearslong financial troubles.
Armed Forces Brewing Company was financially troubled before arriving in Norfolk, documents reveal
Armed Forces Brewing Company will close its Norfolk location in part because of what they called a "toxic environment" and move to a new, "friendlier" area.
Armed Forces Brewing Company leaving Norfolk, to relocate elsewhere
The Armed Forces Brewing Company’s tumultuous time in the Mermaid City is coming to an end, as its CEO said Thursday he would close the taproom and brewing facility and move it to another
LGBT Life Center weighs in as Armed Forces Brewing Company announces move from Norfolk
LGBT Life Center weighs in as Armed Forces Brewing Company announces move out of state amid ongoing controversy in Norfolk
Armed Forces Brewing Company ceasing Norfolk operations
Armed Forces Brewing Company is leaving Norfolk. Both the taproom and brewing facility have closed, and the company plans to relocate to “a more pro-small business social and economic climate,” according to CEO Alan Beal.
Armed Forces Brewing Company says it will leave Norfolk due to fallout from the 'local woke mob'
Armed Forces Brewing Company will relocate from Norfolk, citing continuing local opposition. NORFOLK, Va. — A controversial local brewery announced it is planning to relocate. Armed Forces Brewing Company (AFBC) opened in Norfolk in 2024.
Armed Forces Brewing Company relocating out of Norfolk
Armed Forces Brewing Company CEO released a statement Thursday night signaling the departure of its headquarters out of Norfolk and Virginia.
'It hurts:' Companies claim they're owed money by Armed Forces Brewing Company
Companies claim they're owed money by Armed Forces Brewing Company
Another person comes forward with allegations against Armed Forces Brewing Company
Matt Miles produces hops on his family's farm in Wisconsin. A veteran himself, he thought supplying AFBC with hops was "a good gig—until this year."
'Woke agenda' prompts Armed Forces Brewing Company to leave Virginia
The CEO of Armed Forces Brewing Company announced he planned to move the brewery's headquarters out of Norfolk, Virginia, "because of the actions of a group of people with a woke agenda."
Wisconsin hops supplier claims Armed Forces Brewing Company owes him almost $3K
Armed Forces Brewing Company faces more allegations of unpaid debts as they shut down their Norfolk location. They have not ...
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A year after opening, controversial Norfolk brewery closes
A year after opening its doors, Armed Forces is closing, after a raucous launch when hundreds of community members opposed ...