iAnthus Capital Holdings Inc., which owns, operates and partners with regulated cannabis operations across the United States, announced that certain iAnthus subsidiaries entered into definitive agreements (the “purchase agreements”) with a leading Arizona cannabis operator, Pitchfork Enterprises LLC, d/b/a Sonoran Roots, and its affiliates to sell three dispensaries and two … [Read more...] about iAnthus Sells 5 Arizona Cannabis Facilities for $36.5 Million
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Arizona lawmakers like weed, want to study it
PHOENIX -- State lawmakers are moving to finally force the Department of Health Services to spend some of the money it has to research the effects and usefulness of marijuana. The bill moving through the Senate comes four years after the Legislature told the agency it can use some of the cash it gets from medical marijuana patients to provide $5 million competitive grants every … [Read more...] about Arizona lawmakers like weed, want to study it
Kids needing medical help because of marijuana rising in Arizona, report says
The number of kids needing medical attention after consuming marijuana edibles has spiked both in the Valley and nationwide in recent years.“It is a big issue. You never want to have a kid come into the emergency room unnecessarily, especially when it comes with something like this where it’s completely avoidable,” said Dr. Gary Kirkilas.Dr. Kirkilas is a pediatrician at … [Read more...] about Kids needing medical help because of marijuana rising in Arizona, report says
Cannabis school is now in session at University of Arizona, Gateway Community College
A lot goes into creating and running a cannabis business. It’s why one California company is partnering with colleges and universities, including the University of Arizona, to offer cannabis education.Max Simon is the CEO of California-based Green Flower, which offers cannabis education programs. UA is a partner and offers three certificates, all online.“And so our programs are … [Read more...] about Cannabis school is now in session at University of Arizona, Gateway Community College
Curaleaf offers politically-inspired marijuana strains named after presidential candidates
PHOENIX - A chain of marijuana dispensaries in Arizona is offering election-themed strains of marijuana representing the Democratic, Republican, and Green Party candidates for president. Curaleaf, the dispensary, calls it their 'Toke the Vote' campaign. The election is now three weeks away. "This is a fun industry and we tried to have as much fun as possible with this from an … [Read more...] about Curaleaf offers politically-inspired marijuana strains named after presidential candidates
Court rules driving after consuming marijuana is OK – sometimes
Simply driving with marijuana in your system isn’t enough for the state to suspend someone’s license, the Arizona Court of Appeals ruled Oct.2. The judges rejected arguments by the Motor Vehicle Division that a blood test showing metabolites of the drug is sufficient to prove a claim by the agency that there were grounds to believe that Aaron Kirsten was driving “under the … [Read more...] about Court rules driving after consuming marijuana is OK – sometimes
Arizona teacher accused of giving marijuana to student
COTTONWOOD, Ariz. - An Arizona teacher accused of providing marijuana to one of his students has been arrested. Cottonwood Police say 50-year-old Damian Andre, a teacher at Cottonwood Verde Tech School, was arrested on Aug. 14. Investigators say Andre had marijuana vaping fluid delivered to the school, where he gave it to a 15-year-old student. "The investigation began when … [Read more...] about Arizona teacher accused of giving marijuana to student
New Cannabis Dispensary and Product Line Launch in Arizona
Elevate Cannabis has arrived in the Arizona cannabis market, unveiling a curated line of products for Arizona consumers. Currently, Arizona customers can find Elevate Cannabis products at the Elevate Cannabis dispensary in Springerville, which will soon be rebranded to Key Cannabis dispensary, as well as at Herbal Wellness Center and Deeply Rooted dispensaries in the Phoenix … [Read more...] about New Cannabis Dispensary and Product Line Launch in Arizona
Arizona’s Social Equity Program Isn’t Living Up to the Hype
According to Arizona social equity applicants and community members, the state’s cannabis program isn’t operating as intended. The passage of Proposition 207 in 2020 legalized adult-use cannabis, and part of the law required that social equity applicants meet specific criteria. This included having annual income 400% less than federal poverty level, having a cannabis-related … [Read more...] about Arizona’s Social Equity Program Isn’t Living Up to the Hype
Cannabis Products Recalled in Arizona Over Possible Contamination
Regulators in Arizona announced this week that a cannabis establishment in the state has voluntarily recalled a certain product that may be contaminated with a fungus. The Arizona Department of Health Services said on Monday that a product known as Onion Bhaji was recalled “due to possible contamination with Aspergillus, a fungus that can cause allergic reactions or infection, … [Read more...] about Cannabis Products Recalled in Arizona Over Possible Contamination
