PIERCE COUNTY, Ga. – Eight Chinese nationals were arrested following the discovery of two “massive” illegal indoor marijuana grow operations in Pierce and Brantley counties. According to a federal indictment, the eight defendants worked together to distribute tons of marijuana. Federal investigators estimated that the operation existed between July 1, 2023, up to about Feb. … [Read more...] about Feds uncover 2 massive marijuana grow operations ‘hidden in plain sight’ in Southeast Georgia; 8 arrested
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Georgia to allow more medical marijuana dispensaries after patient rolls top 25K
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Oklahoma man nabbed in Georgia with nearly $1 million in marijuana
PEACH COUNTY, Ga. - An Oklahoma man was arrested in Middle Georgia with nearly a million-dollars' worth of marijuana. Jia Bin Zhang, 34, of Norman, Oklahoma, was charged with trafficking in marijuana. According to the Peach County Sheriff’s Office, a pickup truck with a camper shell was pulled over along Interstate 75 southbound on Monday evening. Deputies say during the … [Read more...] about Oklahoma man nabbed in Georgia with nearly $1 million in marijuana
Fine Fettle, licensed medical cannabis provider opens Macon facility
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Fine Fettle, one of Georgia’s licensed medical cannabis providers, opens its new facility in Macon. The facility, located at 700 Joe Tamplin Industrial Blvd., offers relief to those who suffer with pain and in need of medical cannabis products. Retired Sergeant Gary Herber, a veteran of the United States Army who served in the 10th Mountain … [Read more...] about Fine Fettle, licensed medical cannabis provider opens Macon facility
Medical marijuana helps Georgians with pain, but not all can afford it
In its first year of availability, people have turned to the products for health needs, but low-income residents can’t always afford it. Customers of medical marijuana products in Georgia must have a special card issued by the state of Georgia. In its first year of availability, people have turned to the products for health needs, but low-income residents can’t always … [Read more...] about Medical marijuana helps Georgians with pain, but not all can afford it
Fine Fettle Dispensary Opening Across Georgia
The first four medical cannabis locations of Fine Fettle Dispensary are expected in Decatur, Smyrna, Athens and Evans, with two more secured in Macon and Peachtree Corners. Fine Fettle also operates a production facility in Macon, which is up and running now. Construction on the first four retail stores is currently underway and expected to be done this … [Read more...] about Fine Fettle Dispensary Opening Across Georgia
Clayton Co. police seize marijuana, ecstasy, mushrooms, guns, cash, and more in drug raid
CLAYTON COUNTY, Ga. — The Clayton County Police Department Narcotics Unit executed a search warrant at a home due to reports of illegal drug activity and seized a large amount of drugs, as well as cash, guns, and more. On Friday, March 15, detectives served the warrant at 5865 Seabright Lane. Police seized 399 grams of marijuana, 15.62 grams of MDMA (ecstasy), 58.91 grams of … [Read more...] about Clayton Co. police seize marijuana, ecstasy, mushrooms, guns, cash, and more in drug raid
Atlanta councilmember cited for marijuana possession, suspended registration
ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - An Atlanta city council member is facing citations for marijuana possession and a suspended registration. Atlanta police say Antonio Lewis was pulled over and cited during the traffic stop Feb. 2, 2024. A police report shows he had four grams of marijuana on him. The City of Atlanta decriminalized marijuana possession in 2017. Now, if … [Read more...] about Atlanta councilmember cited for marijuana possession, suspended registration
Commerce councilwoman arrested for sale of marijuana by GBI
JACKSON COUNTY, Ga. - The GBI recently arrested 43-year-old Roshuanda Merritt of Commerce following a drug investigation in Jackson County. She has been charged with criminal attempt to commit the sale of marijuana and use of a telecommunication facility to facilitate a felony. Prior to the GBI's investigation, the Jackson County Sheriff's Office conducted an unrelated … [Read more...] about Commerce councilwoman arrested for sale of marijuana by GBI
DEA warns Georgia to cancel plans to become first state to allow pharmacies to sell medical marijuana
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is warning Georgia not to move forward with its plan to become the first state to allow pharmacies to distribute medical marijuana. DEA officials told pharmacies that dispensing medical marijuana would violate federal law. The Georgia Access to Medical Cannabis Commission, which oversees the state's medical marijuana industry, said it … [Read more...] about DEA warns Georgia to cancel plans to become first state to allow pharmacies to sell medical marijuana
