Tennessee and Kentucky towns are up in arms over tax-dodging by Big Whiskey: 'They threw us under the bus'.

The article discusses the growing tensions between whiskey and bourbon distilleries in Tennessee and Kentucky and their surrounding communities, highlighting conflicts arising from the industry's expansion. In Kentucky, local officials are upset over the state legislature's decision to phase out a barrel tax that has funded essential services, leading to feelings of betrayal among counties that supported distillery growth. Residents are also voicing concerns about environmental impacts, such as the black "whiskey fungus" linked to ethanol emissions from distilleries, and the loss of prime farmland due to liquor-themed developments. As the whiskey industry continues to thrive, community members are advocating for better management and consideration of local needs. [Extracted from the article]