Category: Marijuana News

Good morning! It is Wednesday, March 13, and Santa Cruz County has a mainly sunny day ahead with highs in the low 60s, per forecasts, though it’s going to get a little breezy.

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Lookout’s tireless Election Central team digested another round of vote totals from the county clerk’s office Tuesday afternoon and evening; we’d already called most of the races, but the latest tally leaves two local contests too close to call: Measure N, the Watsonville Community Hospital bond initiative, and the race for Santa Cruz City Council District 5. More below.

Wednesday means business around Lookout – that is, Jessica M. Pasko’s roundup of news and notes from local business. Her latest update includes a proposed new Westside cannabis dispensary getting the OK from Santa Cruz’s planning commission.

If you read Wallace Baine’s recent look at a renaissance for lowrider culture in Watsonville, you’ll want to keep reading for more on Sunday’s cruising event and an ongoing exhibition at Pajaro Valley Arts celebrating that culture – with photos aplenty from Kevin Painchaud.

The Wednesday headlines also include the latest in Santa Cruz County food and drink from Lily Belli … consume!

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ROCKAWAY, N.J., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — A new destination for cannabis connoisseurs is set to open its doors in Morris County. Holistic Re-Leaf, located at 321 Mt. Hope Ave. in the Rockaway Township Mall, is celebrating its grand opening on March 15th, 2024, marking a significant milestone in New Jersey’s growing cannabis market. Just an hour outside of New York City and conveniently situated off Route 80 with ample parking, Holistic Re-Leaf is set to become the center of holistic health and wellness in the community.

Sherry Hundal, a Denville native, opened Holistic Re-Leaf with the goal of combining conventional wellness with innovative cannabis solutions. With a bachelor’s degree from Kansas University and an Ayurvedic Wellness Post Baccalaureate Certificate from the University of Maryland, Hundal brings a distinct viewpoint and a wealth of experience to the cannabis sector.

“As we open the doors to Holistic Re-Leaf, we’re not just launching a dispensary; we’re cultivating a community centered around healing and holistic well-being,” explains Sherry Hundal, owner. “Our goal is to enlighten and educate our customers, offering them a diverse range of premium cannabis products tailored to fit their unique lifestyles and needs.”

As a certified MWBE (Minority and Women

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A Tradition of Excellence

For thousands of years, Native tribes across North America have harnessed the benefits of the hemp and cannabis plants. These plants have held sacred and significant roles in many Indigenous cultures, deeply intertwined with spiritual practices, medicinal applications, and traditional ways of life.

It’s no wonder, then, that Indigenous people are emerging as leading entrepreneurs and innovators in the burgeoning cannabis industry. They are advancing the cannabis sector, guided by their rich cultural heritage and a commitment to sustainable practices. Today, tribes in Minnesota are poised for their turn.

Pioneering Tribal cannabis projects and organizations

Innovative endeavors like Nuwu’s Sky High Lounge in Las Vegas, Nevada, highlight the social and cultural dimensions of cannabis, offering a unique gathering space that celebrates Indigenous traditions and promotes responsible consumption. Meanwhile, groups such as the Indigenous Cannabis Industry Association underscore the blend of business savvy and creativity Indigenous people bring to the industry. These initiatives demonstrate a commitment to moving the cannabis industry forward, enriching it with cultural values, innovative business models, and a holistic approach to sustainable growth.

A milestone in Minnesota

Minnesota, a state newly legalizing recreational cannabis, has seen

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LAKEHURST, NJ — After months of waiting, Lakehurst’s first cannabis dispensary is set to open at last.

High Profile’s Lakehurst dispensary is celebrating its grand opening this weekend, C3 Industries, the dispensary’s owner, announced.

The store will begin selling adult recreational use cannabis on Friday, March 15, with the official ribbon-cutting ceremony set for Saturday, March 16, fittingly at 4:20 p.m., the company said.

It will be a weekend full of celebrations, featuring product specials, vendor tables from Fernway, Verano and TerrAscend, and food trucks and prizes, the company said.

Visitors can also expect a live performance from the Bruce Springsteen cover band, Asbury Fever, on Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m.

“As we open our doors in Lakehurst, New Jersey, we’re not just launching a dispensary; we’re ushering in a new era of great cannabis experiences for our community,” said Ankur Rungta, CEO and co-founder of C3 Industries. “This grand opening celebration epitomizes our commitment to delivering top-notch products and unforgettable moments. With the rhythm of Asbury Fever and the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day guiding us, we invite the Ocean County community to join us in this festive occasion.”

“We are thrilled to welcome C3’s High Profile

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High Profile Lakehurst grand opening celebration to include Bruce Springsteen cover band Asbury Fever, food vendors, vendor pop-ups and product promotions and prizes throughout St. Patrick’s Day Weekend

ANN ARBOR, Mich., March 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — C3 Industries (“C3” or “the Company,”) a leading multi-state cannabis company dedicated to crafting premium cannabis experiences for consumers, announced the grand opening of its High Profile Lakehurst dispensary which will take place on Friday, March 15, with celebrations throughout the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The official ribbon cutting ceremony will be Saturday March 16, at 4:20 p.m. and will headline a weekend full of celebrations, featuring product specials, vendor tables from Fernway, Verano and TerrAscend, and food trucks and prizes. In addition to these festivities, visitors can also expect a live performance from the Bruce Springsteen cover band, Asbury Fever, on Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m.

“As we open our doors in Lakehurst, New Jersey, we’re not just launching a dispensary; we’re ushering in a new era of great cannabis experiences for our community,” said Ankur Rungta, CEO and cofounder of C3 Industries. “This grand opening celebration epitomizes our commitment to delivering top-notch products and unforgettable moments. With the rhythm of Asbury Fever

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GRAYVILLE, Ill. (KFVS) – A southern Illinois cannabis dispensary canceled its eclipse festival over “safety concerns.”

According to a release from Terrabis, they decided to cancel the Terrabis Eclipse Festival “after careful consideration of safety concerns and the impact on traffic flow in the town and surrounding major roadways.”

The festival was to take place Sunday, April 7, the day before the total solar eclipse.

Organizers expected the event, along with the eclipse, to bring in visitors to the area. They said there were some concerns with the attendance numbers and the effect on public safety.

“We are dedicated to the safety and well-being of our community and visitors,” Dan Ambrosino, CEO of Terrabis, said in the release. “While we are disappointed to cancel the Terrabis Eclipse Festival, we believe it is the responsible choice to ensure a positive and safe experience for all attendees.”

They said the decision to cancel the festival was made with the city of Grayville, who they said they partnered with to plan it.

Copyright 2024 KFVS. All rights reserved.

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Quick Take

In this week’s roundup of Santa Cruz County business, Jessica M. Pasko reports on a cannabis dispensary proposed for the former Emily’s Bakery location, local companies making a green tech splash and other notes, numbers and events.

Each week, we’ll be taking a closer look at the movers and shakers, the growth of industries, and what’s really driving the Santa Cruz County economy. I’ll be spotlighting some of the biggest areas for opportunity, updates on local development and all things underpinning the regional business scene each Wednesday.

Got ideas? Send them my way to news@lookoutlocal.com with “Business News” in the subject line.

Mission Street dispensary gets permit following public hearing, district opposition

The Santa Cruz Planning Commission granted a permit for a new cannabis dispensary in the former Emily’s Bakery on Mission Street, following a contentious public hearing Thursday. 

A vocal opposition to the proposed dispensary called into question its close proximity to Santa Cruz High School, with district officials among those asking the planning commission not to permit the project to move forward. 

In a letter to the planning commission, Kris Munro, Santa Cruz City Schools superintendent, wrote, “I know that having the dispensary farther away

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The Herbal Care officially opened on Jan. 4, becoming the first legal adult-use dispensary in Manhattan’s Upper East Side neighborhood.

Business is slower than expected, said owner Markel Bababekov, who also said his largest business concern is competing with NYC’s extensive unlicensed market. However, the store is drawing in some 100 customers on a daily basis, Bababekov said.

In a Q&A with NY Cannabis Insider, Bababekov answered questions about what customers are buying, transitioning from running a cleaning and construction businesses to owning a weed store and competing against the illicit market and large MSOs simultaneously.

About how many customers are you seeing per day? How does that compare to your projections before opening?

We see about 100 people a day. This is a little slower than we thought we would be.

How many full-time and part-time workers do you employ?

The Herbal Care has 35 employees.

What kinds of products are selling the most?

Vapes and flower are most popular with our customers.

What brands are selling the most?

Dank, MfNy and Ayrloom are our most popular brands.

Which demographics do you see as your target market?

We don’t have any specific demographic we are targeting. Everyone over the age of 21 is a potential customer.

Can you describe your business experience

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Ascend Monaca, located in a Pittsburgh suburb, is the Company’s 36th location and 8th outlet across seven states

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RED BANK — The borough’s only currently operating legal weed dispensary now reserves morning hours for medical marijuana patients, after the Asbury P∈ark Press reported a discrepancy to state regulators.

Monteverde Modern Dispensary, which began medical marijuana sales in December, is now serving medical marijuana patients exclusively between 10 a.m. and noon every day, in compliance with an amended memorandum issued by the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission last week.

The commission only approves medical marijuana dispensaries to “expand” into recreational sales if they can prove their existing patient population won’t be affected. Dispensaries must certify to the commission that they have enough inventory and must provide a plan for prioritizing patients, including patient-only parking, checkout registers exclusively reserved for patients, front-of-the-line privileges and a separate patient access phone line.