(FOX 2) - Students enrolled at K-12 schools in Michigan would be allowed to take medical marijuana and CBD-infused products under new legislation introduced last week. The bill, introduced by Democratic representatives in the Michigan House last week, would make it legal for students to ingest edibles, beverages, and other products with low amounts of marijuana while on school … [Read more...] about Michigan K-12 students could take medical marijuana on school premises under new bill
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Michigan cannabis regulator recalls certain edibles for exceeded amount of THC
(CBS DETROIT) - The Michigan Cannabis Regulatory Agency announced a company has voluntarily recalled some edible products because they exceeded the maximum amount of THC allowed, as well as packaging. According to the notice dated Sept. 27, SBCMI LLC, known as Shango, recalled Viola brand gummies from the following stores: Information Entopy (1115 S. Broadway St., Ann … [Read more...] about Michigan cannabis regulator recalls certain edibles for exceeded amount of THC
Flint university rolls out ‘history of cannabis’ course, students to get higher education
FLINT, Mich. - The University of Michigan - Flint is offering a new course this fall where students will learn about the past, present and future of one specific crop - marijuana. The course is titled "The History and Culture of Cannabis." This is the school's first class based on the plant. H/T: midmichigannow.com You can view the whole article at this link Flint university … [Read more...] about Flint university rolls out ‘history of cannabis’ course, students to get higher education
Workers at Ascend marijuana store in Michigan ratify Teamsters union contract
The contract covers 20-25 employees at the Ascend Cannabis store on Scribner Aven8e in Grand Rapids, Teamsters spokesperson Matt McQuaid told MJBizDaily after Friday’s announcement. “It is the second collective bargaining agreement in the Michigan cannabis industry that the Teamsters have ratified, and the first in the Western part of the state,” the Teamsters said in a news … [Read more...] about Workers at Ascend marijuana store in Michigan ratify Teamsters union contract
Wayne State creates new cannabis chemistry undergraduate certificate
With its legalization in Michigan, the state’s marijuana dispensary business has boomed, creating a growing need for the testing and regulation of cannabis. To address this need and prepare students for related job opportunities, in June the Wayne State University Board of Governors approved the establishment of a new undergraduate certificate in cannabis chemistry beginning in … [Read more...] about Wayne State creates new cannabis chemistry undergraduate certificate
Dimondale cannabis company Skymint to be auctioned off
Dimondale-based cannabis company Green Peak Industries which operates under the name Skymint is sinking quickly. Crain’s Detroit Business reports the company's assets will be auctioned off. That's after a third-party entity took control over it in March to make sure it’s paying down its debt. It turns out Skymint was not able to be saved. After a lender sued the company for … [Read more...] about Dimondale cannabis company Skymint to be auctioned off
2nd lobbyist pleads guilty in medical marijuana corruption scheme
Federal prosecutors secured the fourth guilty plea in a bribery scheme involving Michigan's former medical marijuana licensing board. Brian Pierce, 45, pleaded guilty to a conspiracy to commit bribery charge Friday in a federal courtroom in Grand Rapids. Pierce, along with Vincent Brown, 32, funneled $42,000 in bribes to former Michigan House Speaker Rick Johnson during … [Read more...] about 2nd lobbyist pleads guilty in medical marijuana corruption scheme
3,175 pounds of marijuana stuffed into lining of tires inside semi truck entering Detroit
DETROIT – Officials intercepted more than 3,000 pounds of marijuana that had been stuffed into the lining of tires on a semi truck entering Detroit. Officers with United States Customs and Border Protection made the discovery April 20 at the Fort Street Cargo Facility. The marijuana was found after a semi truck hauling tires was sent for additional screening at the border. When … [Read more...] about 3,175 pounds of marijuana stuffed into lining of tires inside semi truck entering Detroit
Cannabis tourism in Michigan is a real thing. Here’s what to know, where to stay
As people start to make their summer travel plans, there are a growing number of options for travelers to Michigan to consume marijuana on vacation, from cannabis music festivals to consumption lounges and cannabis-friendly lodging. While the number and variety of options available to travelers since marijuana became legal in 2018 are increasing, the cannabis travel industry is … [Read more...] about Cannabis tourism in Michigan is a real thing. Here’s what to know, where to stay
Lobbyist pleads guilty in Michigan marijuana bribery probe
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (AP) — A lobbyist pleaded guilty Friday to conspiring to pass bribes to the head of a Michigan marijuana licensing board, the third conviction since charges were announced just a few weeks ago. Vincent Brown acknowledged that he had a role in getting $42,000 and other benefits to Rick Johnson before the board was disbanded in 2019. Brown’s goal was to drum … [Read more...] about Lobbyist pleads guilty in Michigan marijuana bribery probe
