Why diversity in marijuana business licensing might not happen as soon as hoped
As we recently reported, some Northeast Ohio lawmakers and marijuana industry stakeholders are calling on state regulators to ensure racial equity in the awarding of cannabis-related business licenses, particularly as applications open for 73 more dispensary licenses...
Why starting a marijuana business is so hard
Starting a cannabis company can take $1 million in startup capital to even get a license. With weed still federally illegal, companies could face jail time if they don’t follow the rules. But if they can play the game right, there’s lots of opportunity for...
The lawyers making money behind the scenes of emerging fields like crypto, cannabis, and the influencer economy
Marianne Ayala/Insider Entrepreneurs are making billions of dollars in emerging industries like cannabis and crypto. Lawyers are behind the scenes, inking deals, and navigating ever-changing regulatory landscapes. Insider tracked down the most powerful attorneys...
Billings City Council to discuss regulation of marijuana
BILLINGS, Mont. – The Billings City Council is set to discuss marijuana business regulation, licensing and zoning at the city council meeting on Tuesday, September 7. The meeting will start at 5:30 p.m. at Billings City Hall. The public is welcome to...
Cannabis Trailblazer Ed “NJWeedman” Forchion Passes The Joint to His Son, King Forchion, with His Miami Expansion
MIAMI, Sept. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Marijuana has finally become a family tradition for Ed “NJWeedman” Forchion and his five children, Chanel, Ajanea, Daeja, King and Vanessa. Considered by many to be the “Kardashians of Kush,” they are...
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You would have to be living in isolation to have not picked up on the hottest marijuana derivative consumable and therapeutic center isolate CBD. CBD “Cannabidiol” is the non-psychoactive full spectrum derivative of the hemp and marijuana plant largely credited for the majority of the medical beneficial attributes associated with marijuana.
Bills on cannabis banking, employee background checks signed
Missouri’s marijuana businesses will have fewer obstacles when it comes to accessing banking, but they must now get fingerprint background checks from all their new employees and contractors, under legislation that the governor signed Thursday. Few banks...
Cannabis edibles recalled for having 20 times allowable THC levels per serving
A voluntary product recall of some marijuana-infused edibles was issued Friday because the THC content is extremely higher than allowable levels and the product packaging doesn’t follow regulations. The products, labeled as “The Weed Bar,” were created with 200 mg of...
LI’s first recreational cannabis dispensary opens Saturday
Long Island’s first state-approved recreational cannabis dispensary will open Saturday to what is expected to be a large crowd of eager customers. Strain Stars in East Farmingdale will be the first brick-and-mortar pot retailer on Long Island when it opens its doors...
Recreational marijuana growing center set to open in Richton Park under state’s equity program
One of the first craft cannabis growers approved by state regulators under the social equity program is close to starting operations. Galaxy Labs has converted a former Richton Park grocery store into growing space for recreational cannabis that it anticipates selling...
Gov. Hochul’s cannabis appointment reeks of inexperience: lawmaker
Gov. Kathy Hochul’s choice to head the new cannabis control board is a half-baked idea — because the appointee has zero experience dealing with the marijuana industry, a legislative pot expert kvetched. Sen. Diane Savino (D-Staten Island) called Hochul’s appointment...
Medical marijuana dispensaries report good reception locally
Business is going well at the two medical marijuana dispensaries that opened in St. Joseph during the summer, staff at both facilities said. Jericho Heese, director of marketing for Fresh Karma Dispensaries, said he’s seen a recent boom in medical marijuana patients....
Pot retailers get creative to grow business
More than 150 marijuana retailers have now been approved to open in Massachusetts, and operators are walking a fine line as they try to make themselves appealing to potential customers in an increasingly competitive market without running afoul of the state’s...
Editorial: All eyes on Novato as cannabis business regulations evolve
To say that Novato and other Marin towns have been cautious in opening their doors to cannabis businesses is an understatement. Novato is carefully toeing the waters of this growing industry. City Hall’s recent move to reconsider the strict requirements that the City...
Gage Growth acquisition puts Michigan in marijuana M&A sights
With the latest cannabis company acquisition deal in the works, Michigan has joined the big-bucks “green rush” to consolidate the industry. Last week,TerrAscend Corp. announced a $545 million deal to buy Gage Growth Corp., one of Michigan’s biggest...
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