Deep in the dead of night, in an industrial park enveloped by the silent chill of Sand Springs, Oklahoma, something monstrous was stirring behind closed metal doors. The clock crept toward 1:15 in the morning inside SoloS Extracts, where the air was thick, heavy, and drenched in invisible peril. Months earlier, inspectors had already peered inside and recoiled at outdated fire … [Read more...] about The Midnight Crucible
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Big Apple, Big Buds: From New York City to Oklahoma — A Cannabis Caper
A sweeping law-enforcement operation this week culminated in the seizure of a large marijuana cultivation network and the arrest of a New York resident, drawing fresh scrutiny to how out-of-state interests are reshaping the medical cannabis market in rural parts of the country.Authorities say the raid uncovered more than 1,200 pounds of processed marijuana spread across … [Read more...] about Big Apple, Big Buds: From New York City to Oklahoma — A Cannabis Caper
Hospital Gowns Don’t Have Pockets… Especially for Your Medical Weed
Here’s a weird little reality check. In Connecticut, you can legally get medical marijuana, if recommended by a doctor. You can use it at home. You can use it for serious conditions. But the second you roll through hospital doors in one of those backless gowns? Suddenly your medicine becomes a problem. That’s why lawmakers in Connecticut are now debating a bill that would … [Read more...] about Hospital Gowns Don’t Have Pockets… Especially for Your Medical Weed
2,840 Pounds Of Marijuana Seizure
In a major disruption to an illegal drug distribution network, Oklahoma law enforcement seized approximately 2,840 pounds of marijuana disguised in a commercial freight shipment. Six individuals were arrested in connection with the operation, which authorities say involved a complex scheme using shipping channels to move large quantities of marijuana into the … [Read more...] about 2,840 Pounds Of Marijuana Seizure
Lawmakers and state leaders react to ‘alarming’ report on impact of marijuana in Oklahoma
A new report is raising concerns about Oklahoma’s marijuana industry. The study focuses on a range of areas affected by the legalization of marijuana. A new report is raising concerns about Oklahoma’s marijuana industry. The study focuses on a range of areas affected by the legalization of medical marijuana. “This is one of those challenging moments where they say ‘Okay, … [Read more...] about Lawmakers and state leaders react to ‘alarming’ report on impact of marijuana in Oklahoma
Narcotics officials: Oklahoma’s marijuana underworld worth over $100 billion
A load of marijuana is taken off the site of a grow operation owned by Dao Feng, a few miles east of Pauls Valley, after a raid by state and county authorities on April 30, 2021. Oklahoma’s illicit marijuana market may now be worth hundreds of billions of dollars, according to new statistics presented Friday by the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics and the Texoma High Intensity Drug … [Read more...] about Narcotics officials: Oklahoma’s marijuana underworld worth over $100 billion
New Report Indicates that Marijuana Use Is Up 73% Among Oklahoma Teens: Dispensary owner reacts
A new report has sparked debate about the impact of medical marijuana legalization in Oklahoma. It reveals details about marijuana use growing in kids and adults and an uptick in the drug's production. Impact of medical marijuana in Oklahoma A report from the TEXOMA High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area highlights the current landscape of marijuana in Oklahoma and has raised … [Read more...] about New Report Indicates that Marijuana Use Is Up 73% Among Oklahoma Teens: Dispensary owner reacts
Once budding, Oklahoma’s weed industry faces tougher enforcement
OKLAHOMA CITY — A new slate of laws aims to clean up Oklahoma’s reputation as the “Wild West of Weed.” The state Legislature passed a total of 10 new regulations in 2024 for the state’s medicinal marijuana industry, some of which take effect Jan. 1. But producers are worried that the new laws will hurt growers and dispensaries in the state. “This industry has continued to … [Read more...] about Once budding, Oklahoma’s weed industry faces tougher enforcement
Oklahoma agents seize thousands of marijuana plants in Marietta raid
MARIETTA, OK (KOKH) — The Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics' Marijuana Enforcement Teams executed a search warrant on December 12 at a grow operation located at 8069 Oil Springs Road in Marietta. The operation was found to be cultivating marijuana without the necessary registration from the bureau. According to OBN, agents seized 6,703 marijuana plants and 57 pounds of processed … [Read more...] about Oklahoma agents seize thousands of marijuana plants in Marietta raid
Oklahoma’s Secret War: OBN Director Reveals Growing Threat Of Illegal Marijuana Farms
We’re taking a look at what Oklahoma’s top drug enforcement officer says are the biggest drug issues in our state. News On 6’s Lori Fullbright sat down with the director of the Oklahoma Bureau of Narcotics, Donnie Anderson. He says meth still kills more people in Oklahoma than any other drug, but fentanyl is catching up fast. However, he says the number one issue is illegal … [Read more...] about Oklahoma’s Secret War: OBN Director Reveals Growing Threat Of Illegal Marijuana Farms
