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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer declared a state of emergency on Tuesday as she confirmed the first two cases of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in the state. What Happened "We are taking every step we can to mitigate the spread of the virus and keep Michiganders safe," Whitmer said...

iHemp’s Blain Becktold makes predictions for industrial hemp production in Michigan in 2020 and tells farmers they should consider adding hemp to their fields. Image Sourced from Pixabay

On a party-line 6-3 vote, the Michigan Senate Regulatory Reform Committee reported out a concurrent resolution to oppose labor peace agreements being a requirement a company must meet to be eligible for licensing under the Marijuana Regulatory Agency’s permanent rules. The measure is...

For the first time, Campus Party TechFest, an innovation hub and show of emerging technologies, formally announced its intent to celebrate the next generation of coders, engineers and dreamers in North America, at Detroit’s TCF Center, Aug. 20-22, 2020. Campus Party TechFest has previously...

Electric vehicles maker Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) has reached a settlement with the state of Michigan in a 2016 lawsuit the company filed against the state's governor and other officials for an "anti-Tesla" law. What Happened The Palo Alto-based automaker can now deliver its vehicles...

Less than six months after Refraction came out of stealth mode, the robotics startup  is launching its first food delivery service, for residents of Ann Arbor, Michigan, according to a statement released on Dec. 12. Customers within the 2.5-mile delivery zone can now place lunchtime orders from...

In December 2018, the Farm Bill was signed into law, and with it growing industrial hemp was legalized nationwide. The Farm Bill also bolstered a practice area for The Hemp Law Group, powered by J. Colton Legal. “We have been working with people in the Hemp space for two-and-a-half years,...

This week, the state of Michigan has recalled all marijuana vape cartridges to test for contaminants suspected of contributing to 47 deaths and 2,290 hospitalizations across the United States from vaping-related health issues. What To Know Michigan’s Marijuana Regulatory Agency instituted...

"CEO" is one of the most challenging job titles in the world of business. When a firm is performing well and things are going well, the praise goes to the top. But if things go wrong and a company isn’t closing deals or bringing in enough revenue, the consequences of missed...

Cannabis marketing platform and technology company Leafbuyer Technologies, Inc. (OTC: LBUY) is expanding into Michigan’s medical and upcoming adult-use markets. Leafbuyer's expansion into Michigan mirrors the company's efforts in Oklahoma's medical market, according to CEO Kurt...

Michigan’s Marijuana Regulatory Agency released the emergency adult use cannabis regulations last week, which allows the agency to begin accepting applications prior to December 6, 2019. Local cities and prospective business owners have been waiting for the state to release the rules prior to...

KushCo Holdings Inc (OTC: KSHB) said Thursday it will develop a new distribution facility in Taylor, Michigan in order to support its operations in the Midwest. The 40,000 square-foot facility will serve as an anchor for KushCo's growing operations in the Midwest, which includes Illinois,...

Cannabis-focused REIT Innovative Industrial Properties Inc (NYSE: IIPR) is expanding its real estate partnership with Green Peak Innovations in Michigan. What Happened In August, Green Peak Innovations and Innovative Industrial Properties entered into a lease agreement with Green Peak Innovations...

Another company is set to enter the Michigan cannabis market. Detroit-based Emerald Growth Partners announced it was pre-qualified by the State of Michigan LARA Bureau of Medical Marihuana Board for cultivation, processing and retail licenses. The news comes after Cresco Labs (OTC: CRLBF)...