The state of Michigan is tackling an ongoing problem in the legal marijuana market. On Wednesday, the Cannabis Regulatory Agency issued a formal complaint against Mount Morris marijuana processor Sky Labs LLC for allegedly using out of state hemp powder from Colorado and converting it to marijuana-based distillate under the guise of plants grown in Michigan. The complaint also … [Read more...] about State strikes at marijuana processor in 1st big crackdown on out-of-state hemp
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Cannabis consumption area returning to this year’s Arts, Beats & Eats
ROYAL OAK, Mich. (FOX 2) - Guests can again use cannabis at this year's Arts, Beats & Eats festival in a designated area hosted by House of Dank (HOD).Last year, the dispensary had a cannabis area for the first time. It featured a dab bar, a rolling station, and lounge seating in a space for people 21 and up away from the main festival activities, such as food and vendors. … [Read more...] about Cannabis consumption area returning to this year’s Arts, Beats & Eats
Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency asks for clearer guidance on marijuana changes
Michigan's Cannabis Regulatory Agency on Monday laid out how the Drug Enforcement Administration's plan to change the classification of marijuana from a Schedule I to a Schedule III drug could benefit Michigan consumers and cannabis companies, from potentially allowing businesses to file for bankruptcy to offering consumers products that meet uniform safety standards. However, … [Read more...] about Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency asks for clearer guidance on marijuana changes
Prison guard charged with smuggling marijuana sandwich
MICHIGAN CITY — It wasn’t just an ordinary sandwich a correctional officer at Indiana State Prison allegedly brought into the facility. Marijuana intended for inmates was between the two slices of bread, authorities said. Janise Clark, 38, of South Bend, is charged in LaPorte Superior Court 1 with trafficking with an inmate and bribery, both Level 5 felonies. According to … [Read more...] about Prison guard charged with smuggling marijuana sandwich
Michigan recalls 1,100 marijuana joints believed to be infused with untested additives
LANSING, MI -- Nearly 1,100 pre-packaged marijuana joints already sold or in inventory at 20 dispensaries across Michigan were recalled over public health concerns Wednesday, May 15. The Cannabis Regulatory Agency accused the manufacturer, Flavor Galaxy, which operates a processing facility in Hazel Park, of adding ingredients to the joints after they underwent safety testing, … [Read more...] about Michigan recalls 1,100 marijuana joints believed to be infused with untested additives
Michigan’s cannabis industry employs more than 46,000 workers, per report
Michigan’s cannabis industry continues to expand. Buoyed by the opening of the first licensed retail stores in Detroit, Michigan added 11,341 jobs last year to solidify its spot as the nation’s second-largest cannabis market, behind only California, according to data compiled by Vangst and Whitney Economics. Michigan’s cannabis industry employed 46,746 full-time workers as of … [Read more...] about Michigan’s cannabis industry employs more than 46,000 workers, per report
Marijuana tax money foots bill for Michigan township’s new $800K firetruck
JACKSON COUNTY, MI – Leoni Township and Jackson County as a whole will benefit from having a new firetruck paid for by marijuana tax money. The brand-new 2000 gallon-tanker truck is being built from scratch by Rosenbauer Fire Apparatus after the Leoni Township Board of Trustees approved using funds collected from the Marijuana Excise Tax to pay for the new $842,000 rig, … [Read more...] about Marijuana tax money foots bill for Michigan township’s new $800K firetruck
March Marks New High for Cannabis Sales in Michigan
The newest set of data released by the Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) shows that the state has once again set a new record for adult-use cannabis sales. According to the CRA, the state collected $286.8 million in adult-use cannabis sales in March, which made up for 99% of all sales. In terms of product popularity, flower still reigns supreme with $131.4 million in … [Read more...] about March Marks New High for Cannabis Sales in Michigan
West Michigan enters new cannabis era with on-site consumption lounges
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Another cannabis shop makes its way to West Michigan with a new approach: customers can now consume on site. Only Alien Cannabis Co. in Kalamazoo is one of three locations with the licensing in the state. There's only a handful across the country. With the new lounge that opened in February, customers have the luxury to sit back, enjoy each other's company … [Read more...] about West Michigan enters new cannabis era with on-site consumption lounges
State reminds marijuana dispensaries of proper disposal after reports of dumpster divers
The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency sent a reminder to licensees Tuesday about the proper disposal of marijuana after receiving multiple reports of facilities having their waste receptacles entered and leftover product being removed. MADISON NEIGHTS, Mich. (WXYZ) — The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency sent a reminder to licensees Tuesday about the proper disposal of … [Read more...] about State reminds marijuana dispensaries of proper disposal after reports of dumpster divers
