Alaska’s Marijuana Control Board passed emergency regulations that could ease restrictions on marijuana stores as owners navigate business during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Ketchikan officials won’t oppose marijuana cafe north of town
Ketchikan could be among the first cities in Alaska to allow a marijuana cafe with on-site consumption.
Juneau Assembly approves local on-site marijuana consumption
The new ordinance, which allows patrons to consume marijuana edibles inside licensed retailers and smoke in designated outdoor areas, takes effect in 30 days.
Marijuana could leave black mark on immigration cases
A recent federal immigration “policy alert” about cannabis is causing a stir among Alaska immigration attorneys. The new policy exposes a debate on what constitutes “good moral character.”
Alaska pot shops look ahead to on-site consumption
The state’s Marijuana Control Board is now accepting applications for on-site consumption, despite uncertainty stemming from recent board appointees.
Juneau considers allowing pot cafes inside licensed retailers
During a meeting Monday night, Juneau Assembly members had mixed opinions about allowing local marijuana retail stores to sell products for customers to use in the shop.
Kodiak City Council approves new marijuana retail store application
A Kodiak dispensary is one step closer to opening its doors after getting City Council approval, but for now it won’t be authorized to sell edible marijuana products.
Marijuana Control Board nominee draws fire from industry
Alaskans working in the state’s marijuana industry flooded a Senate hearing with criticism of a nominee who has a history of taking anti-cannabis positions.
Cannabis advocates wary of Dunleavy’s Marijuana Control Board appointments
Marijuana Control Board Vice Chairman Brandon Emmett says he was surprised when he found out that longtime anti-marijuana champion Vivian Stiver was appointed to fill his seat.
Public comment closes on on-site consumption for marijuana retailers
Public comment ended Thursday for the latest draft proposal to allow customers to smoke or consume marijuana products in licensed retail shops. Meanwhile, businesses with plans for on-site consumption are still in limbo.