That’s when a public hearing before the Waynesville Board of Aldermen will presumably determine if the change from noon will take place; input from the public is expected to guide aldermen in their vote, but questions posed by aldermen Aug. 22 seem to show initial — albeit wary — support for the measure, which would also allow off-premise sales at 10 a.m. at places like Ingles and Walmart.

Alderman LeRoy Roberson asked if anyone had heard about adverse consequences in other municipalities, like disturbances of the peace; Mayor Pro Temp Gary Caldwell said that the American Legion had asked him about the bill; Alderman Jon Feichter and Alderman Julia Freeman both said they were eager to hear the community’s thoughts on the matter.

The hearing will begin at 6:30 p.m.