Montana’s cannabis industry is closing in on a billion dollars in sales three years since recreational use became legal. Customers spent just under $300 million on marijuana products from January through this November. That’s the latest month data is available through the Montana Cannabis Control Division. That brings total sales to over $920 million since January 2022 — the … [Read more...] about Cannabis sales near a billion dollars since legalization in Montana in 2022
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Billings dispensary under fire after products found to be illegal synthetics
It was on July 4 when Kayla Allen and Lori Cole visited Wild West Wellness, a marijuana dispensary in the Billings Heights. "I had gotten so physically ill from it, that I wasn't able to get out of bed the next day. I had a massive headache. I was puking a lot," says Allen. Allen and Cole both work in the marijuana industry, and have used cannabis for several years. Allen says … [Read more...] about Billings dispensary under fire after products found to be illegal synthetics
State to crack down on synthetic marijuana products
Montana will soon crack down on synthetic marijuana and intoxicating hemp products that have proliferated through regulatory loopholes despite concerns they pose a health risk to children. The Cannabis Control Division, the marijuana regulatory arm of the Montana Department of Revenue, said Tuesday eradicating synthetic products will be the “biggest lift” for the agency between … [Read more...] about State to crack down on synthetic marijuana products
State Senate advances bill to use marijuana tax revenue for habitat restoration
The Senate has advanced a plan to use marijuana tax revenue to pay for habitat purchases and restoration. It will likely need to be reconciled with a House bill that has other plans for the money. The Senate bill keeps marijuana sales tax funds going to conservation programs like Habitat Montana, while adding an allocation for maintenance on county roads. Senator Jeff Welborn, … [Read more...] about State Senate advances bill to use marijuana tax revenue for habitat restoration
‘They didn’t even ask for my ID’: Underage youth in Billings obtaining synthetic marijuana products
BILLINGS — Recreational marijuana has been legal in Montana for adults for more than a year. But across Montana, teens are getting their hands on marijuana products. Jean Lucas, the chief financial officer for Montana Advanced Caregivers (MAC), told MTN News on Tuesday that she has heard stories that at least two vape shops in Billings are selling synthetic marijuana products … [Read more...] about ‘They didn’t even ask for my ID’: Underage youth in Billings obtaining synthetic marijuana products
Hemp store highlights limits to state’s marijuana laws
Following two elections, a district court order and more than a year of legal wrangling the City of Great Falls has begun the process of licensing marijuana dispensaries seeking to operate within city limits. According to the City’s Department of Planning and Community Development applications from two state licensed marijuana dispensaries are currently being processed. One, … [Read more...] about Hemp store highlights limits to state’s marijuana laws
A look at the first year of legal recreational marijuana in Montana
HELENA — On Wednesday, January 4, 2023, the Montana Department of Revenue reported estimated figures for the first year of legal recreational marijuana sales in the state. The data shows $303,563,879 exchanged hands in combined recreational and medical marijuana transactions across the state in 2022. $202,947,328 of that came from recreational sales, compared to $93,616,551 in … [Read more...] about A look at the first year of legal recreational marijuana in Montana
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I was caught off guard this morning when I walked into the polling center at 630am. I like to beat the rush, get my vote in and continue my day. I have never had to wait to cast my ballot, until this morning. It wasn't a long wait, probably 20 minutes, but it was still a … [Read more...] about Vote for Change!
