Green Thumb Industries Inc. (GTI) has expanded its retail presence with the opening of RISE Dispensary Ocala, its 22nd location in Florida and 104th nationwide. The new dispensary, located at 3873 SW College Road, opens on April 29, 2025, offering a range of cannabis products from GTI's award-winning brands, such as RYTHM, Dogwalkers, &Shine, Good Green, and Doctor Solomon’s.A … [Read more...] about Green Thumb Opens 22nd RISE Dispensary in Florida, 104th Nationwide
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Naked Intruder Leads Florida Deputies to Accidental Drug Bust Worth Thousands
In what might be the most Florida crime saga since someone wrestled an alligator for a beer, deputies in St. Johns County uncovered a major drug operation thanks to a surprise assist—from a completely nude man wielding a tree branch.It all began around 3 a.m. on April 15 in a quiet St. Augustine neighborhood, when residents were rudely awakened by the sound of their doors and … [Read more...] about Naked Intruder Leads Florida Deputies to Accidental Drug Bust Worth Thousands
From Badge to Bars: Florida Trooper Sentenced for Drug Trafficking Scheme
A former Florida Highway Patrol trooper has been sentenced to over 12 years in federal prison for his role in stealing drugs from evidence and conspiring to distribute them.The trooper, identified as Earrey, pleaded guilty in April 2024 to charges of conspiracy to distribute narcotics, conspiracy to defraud the United States, and possession of firearms in furtherance of a … [Read more...] about From Badge to Bars: Florida Trooper Sentenced for Drug Trafficking Scheme
Medical Marijuana Remains Florida’s Only Legal Path to Cannabis Use—for Now
As of April 2025, Florida continues to prohibit the recreational use of marijuana. The proposed Amendment 3, which aimed to legalize recreational cannabis, was presented to voters in November 2024 but failed to achieve the required 60% supermajority, garnering only 55.9% support. In response to this outcome, advocates have initiated efforts for a new proposal targeting the … [Read more...] about Medical Marijuana Remains Florida’s Only Legal Path to Cannabis Use—for Now
Judges uphold challenge to Florida rule on license renewals for medical cannabis companies
An appeals court has rejected a challenge to a Florida Department of Health rule that led to dramatically increased license renewal costs for medical marijuana companies. A three-judge panel of the 1st District Court of Appeal on Wednesday upheld a 2023 decision by Administrative Law Judge William Horgan in the challenge filed by Sanctuary Cannabis. Department of Health … [Read more...] about Judges uphold challenge to Florida rule on license renewals for medical cannabis companies
Florida Bill to Restrict, Regulate Hemp Products Advances to Senate Floor
Nearly a year after Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed legislation aiming to ban hemp products containing constituents like delta-8 THC, Florida lawmakers are upping their efforts to clamp down on the state’s cannabinoid market. The Florida Senate Fiscal Policy Committee voted unanimously, 18-0, on March 27 to advance Senate Bill 438, which aims to prohibit all products containing … [Read more...] about Florida Bill to Restrict, Regulate Hemp Products Advances to Senate Floor
Florida Bill To Restrict Hemp Products Like Delta-8 THC Heads To The Senate Floor
New regulations on hemp-derived THC products in Florida have passed unanimously in the Senate Fiscal Policy Committee, and now go to the full Senate for consideration. This is Polk County Republican Sen. Colleen Burton’s third attempt in three years to tighten rules around what has become a billion-dollar industry since the plant was legalized for sale in Florida in 2019. Her … [Read more...] about Florida Bill To Restrict Hemp Products Like Delta-8 THC Heads To The Senate Floor
Cannabis facility in Jefferson County sparks odor complaints and property value concerns
The Trulieve Cannabis Grow Facility in Jefferson County Is Causing a Big Stink “It’s been rough. It’s been very rough, and we’re stuck. We’re stuck with this now.” I’m Lentheus Chaney, in Waukeenah, hearing from neighbors who say the smell is unbearable, the noise is disruptive, and property values are dropping. For Iv Floyd, Jefferson County has always been home. His family … [Read more...] about Cannabis facility in Jefferson County sparks odor complaints and property value concerns
Pot? Hemp? Court tosses drug-trafficking conviction of man stopped at Tampa airport
TALLAHASSEE — Pointing to a lack of tests about whether the substances were marijuana or legal hemp, a state appeals court Wednesday tossed out a drug-trafficking conviction against a man stopped at Tampa International Airport after two duffel bags were found to include packages of “green, leafy” substances. The ruling by a three-judge panel of the 2nd District Court of Appeal … [Read more...] about Pot? Hemp? Court tosses drug-trafficking conviction of man stopped at Tampa airport
West Palm Beach Gets Its First-Ever Cannabis Carnival—And It’s a Game Changer
On Saturday, April 5, 2025, the city is hosting its first-ever Cannabis Carnival, an informative event that brings together cannabis enthusiasts, industry leaders, and anyone curious about medical marijuana.
Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Embassy Suites, 1601 Belvedere Rd, West Palm Beach, FL
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