On the heels of a survey showing nearly 9 in 10 Indiana adults support legalizing medical marijuana—and comments from Gov.-elect Michael Braun (R) that “it’s probably time” to allow access to therapeutic cannabis—Republican leaders in the state legislature are pushing back on the idea. “It’s no secret that I am not for this,” Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray (R) said during … [Read more...] about Top Indiana GOP Lawmakers Oppose Medical Marijuana Even As Incoming Republican Governor Says It’s Time To Legalize
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Jackson’s first cannabis microbusiness opens, bringing ‘seed-to-shelf’ products
JACKSON, MI – Joe Cranmore said he strives to improve the lives of others, and that led him to open his own marijuana microbusiness in Jackson. Five Point Farms, 744 E. South St., opened Friday, Dec. 13. The facility is the first of its kind in Jackson County because, unlike dispensaries, it grows and processes its products on site, Cranmore said. “We’re excited; nervous you … [Read more...] about Jackson’s first cannabis microbusiness opens, bringing ‘seed-to-shelf’ products
Topic: Legalizing marijuana
Under federal law, using or possessing marijuana is illegal in the United States. Even so, most states allow the use of marijuana for medical or recreational purposes, or both. Public support for legalizing marijuana has increased over the last two decades. But the level of support differs depending on whether the public is thinking about medical use of marijuana … [Read more...] about Topic: Legalizing marijuana
Breaking News
If you’re looking to buy a bottle of wine to take home for Christmas or New Years, make sure to plan ahead. The Department of Consumer Protection is reminding Connecticut residents that certain liquor permits change during the holiday season. If you are looking to buy marijuana or gamble, you are in luck: Hours for cannabis licenses are unaffected, according to the DCP, and … [Read more...] about Breaking News
Man arrested after police seize hundreds of marijuana products above TCH level at CT smoke shop
Police made one arrest after executing a search warrant at a Connecticut smoke shop suspected of selling marijuana without a license. The Norwalk Police Department‘s Special Services Division executed a search and seizure warrant at the R & R Smoke & Convenience Store, located at 213 Main St., on Friday as part of the ongoing investigation into smoke shops selling … [Read more...] about Man arrested after police seize hundreds of marijuana products above TCH level at CT smoke shop
Florida Officials’ Medical Marijuana Business Licensing Decisions Are Being Appealed By Rejected Applicants
Applicants not chosen for new medical marijuana licenses are sending appeals into the Florida Department of Health (DOH). DOH did not respond to Florida Phoenix’s request for a list of the applicants that sent notices announcing their intent to appeal the decision, either informally at the agency level or formally through the state Division of Administrative Hearings. But … [Read more...] about Florida Officials’ Medical Marijuana Business Licensing Decisions Are Being Appealed By Rejected Applicants
Michigan’s cannabis prices continue to free fall, spelling trouble for industry
The year continues to get worse for Michigan’s marijuana growers as prices remain in free fall. Prices for adult-use marijuana prices dropped another 3% in November to $71.80 for a pound of flower, down nearly 23% from the start of the year, according to data from the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency. That’s the all-time record-low price since the state legalized … [Read more...] about Michigan’s cannabis prices continue to free fall, spelling trouble for industry
Boston Company Poised to Take Over Fine Fettle
The West Tisbury zoning board of appeals this week signed off on a change of ownership for the Island’s lone commercial marijuana cultivation facility. In a unanimous vote Thursday, the board approved Black Harbor Group’s takeover of the Fine Fettle grow facility on Dr. Fisher Road, rekindling the chances of Island-grown marijuana in dispensaries. Fine Fettle closed the grow … [Read more...] about Boston Company Poised to Take Over Fine Fettle
Hemp Hysteria: Connecticut’s High-Stakes Dance with THC Regulation
Picture this: Connecticut lawmakers, in a haze of bureaucracy, are about to redefine the buzzwords of the cannabis world. Enter hemp, the underdog, quietly producing CBD without triggering a state crackdown. But wait, what’s this? When processed, hemp can sneak in some THC, and suddenly, our mild-mannered hero turns into a potential troublemaker.Connecticut’s new hemp and … [Read more...] about Hemp Hysteria: Connecticut’s High-Stakes Dance with THC Regulation
Cannabis regulators pull one grower’s license, fine another
(WJAR) — Rhode Island cannabis regulators take action against two growing operations. The state’s Department of Business Regulation issued a decision Friday denying the license renewal for cannabis cultivator Seaweed Pharms. Regulators claim the marijuana growing company in Warwick failed to properly tag and/or track dozens of plants and thousands of grams of product, as … [Read more...] about Cannabis regulators pull one grower’s license, fine another
