The Business of Cannabis

Ohio’s Cannabis Sales Tops $143 Million In First 4 Months

Nov 6, 2024 | Great Lakes Region

Ohio’s recreational cannabis market has experienced a remarkable rise since its official rollout in August 2024. In less than four months, the state has accumulated over $143 million in recreational sales, according to the Ohio Department of Commerce Division of...

Recreational Cannabis Proposal Nixed By Howell Voters

Nov 6, 2024 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

It’s not clear where the initiative originated, but voters in Howell declined the opportunity to welcome recreational marijuana on Nov. 5. In a close call, 52.42% of voters struck down the proposal, placed on the ballot after a Michigan Court of Appeals decision...

Stylish, Black-Owned Simply Loud Dispensary Opens In Detroit’s Milwaukee Junction

Nov 6, 2024 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

A Black-owned dispensary in Detroit’s Milwaukee Junction hosted its grand opening Nov. 2 with plenty of giveaways, food, and live music. Simply Loud, located at 216 E. Milwaukee Ave., carries hundreds of products, including 260 types of vape cartridges and...

Study: Cannabis Edibles Reduce Chronic Lower Back Pain

Nov 6, 2024 | National

The consumption of cannabis-infused edible products, particularly those that are higher in THC content, provides acute relief for patients with chronic lower back pain, according to data published in the journal Frontiers in Pharmacology. Researchers...

Cannabis On The Ballot In Three Oakland County Cities

Oct 30, 2024 | Feature, Great Lakes Region, Michigan

Cannabis is on the ballot in three Oakland County communities. Legislation allows municipalities to ban or restrict marijuana businesses from opening in their communities. Three Detroit-area communities will decide if cannabis dispensaries can open within their...