News and Information about the Business of Cannabis

Nominations Open For Michigan Cannabis Scientific Advisory Workgroup

The Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) is soliciting nominations for members to join a new Michigan Cannabis Scientific Advisory Workgroup (MCSAW), a collaborative partnership between the CRA and industry stakeholders. The goal of the MCSAW is to provide a...

TerrAscend Announces Exit from Michigan Market

TerrAscend Corp. announced in a press release on June 30 that it has completed a strategic review of its Michigan business operations and decided to exit the Michigan market. “After an extensive evaluation, we have made the strategic decision to exit the...

Pure Options Lights Up Lansing Pride With Cannabis Oasis

Get ready to unfurl those rainbow flags and maybe a blunt wrap or two. Pure Options is bringing a whole new dimension to this year’s Lansing Pride festivities Saturday June 28. The business isn’t just showing up; it’s setting up shop on the hallowed asphalt...

Nominations Open For Michigan Cannabis Scientific Advisory Workgroup

Jul 2, 2025 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

TerrAscend Announces Exit from Michigan Market

Jul 1, 2025 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

Matt Gaetz To Get $250,000 From Trulieve If He Can Get Trump To Legalize Pot Nationally

Jun 29, 2025 | National

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL) was reportedly photographed reviewing a document that appears to be a draft contract to provide services—including “administration-related guidance”—to a firm affiliated with the major marijuana company Trulieve. The visible portion of...

Marijuana Industry Workers Are The Happiest In Any Job Sector In The U.S., Survey Finds

Jun 25, 2025 | National

Hourly workers in the marijuana industry rank at the top of the list of “happiest” employees across multiple sectors—with more than 9 in 10 reporting a “positive sentiment” in their job—according to a new survey. The annual Shift Pulse Report from the workforce...

Pure Options Lights Up Lansing Pride With Cannabis Oasis

Jun 25, 2025 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

Is Your Cannabis Real Or Synthetic?

Jun 25, 2025 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

At Torch Cannabis Co. in Central Lake, the motto is: “Life is too short to feel anything less than your personal best.” For CEO and Founder, Kelly “Green Girl” Young, this translates to a storefront full of full-spectrum cannabis and CBD products, ranging from infused...

Ohio Legislature Fails To Act On Bill To Amend Voter-Approved Cannabis Legalization

Jun 25, 2025 | Great Lakes Region

For the second week in a row, Ohio Senate Bill 56 was up for a possible vote out of the Ohio House Judiciary Committee, but both times the vote did not take place. Once the bill is voted out of committee, it can be brought to the House floor for a...

Menominee Dispo’s Sasquatch Statue Creates Controversy – Critics Saying It Appeals To Kids

Jun 24, 2025 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

A Sasquatch statue outside the separate retailer Higher Love, located in Menominee, is at the center of controversy. The exhibit became a talking point at the city planning commission’s meeting this month, where certain community members argued that the faux beast...

Trump’s Solicitor General Tells Supreme Court Letting Pot Users Have Guns Poses A Clear Danger

Jun 24, 2025 | National

In a recent filing with the U.S. Supreme Court, the Trump-led Department of Justice (DOJ) is doubling down on arguments made under former President Joe Biden that users of illegal drugs—including marijuana—”pose a clear danger of misusing firearms.” That risk, DOJ...

CRA Public Meeting Agenda Set For June 26

Jun 24, 2025 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

As a reminder - The Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA) will hold a public meeting on Thursday, June 26 at 9:30 A.M. To view the meeting agenda please visit the CRA Calendar Event Page at the following link: https://www.michigan.gov/cra/resources/agency-event-page. The...