LAT: MedMen’s fall shows the difficulties of the legal weed business
BY MARISA GERBERSTAFF WRITER MARCH 26, 2024 3 AM PT In the summer of 2018, MedMen opened a boutique cannabis dispensary on Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice — “the coolest block in America,” as the company hyped in a press release at the time. With natural light pouring through floor-to-ceiling windows and spacious display tables dotted with sleek tablets, […]
The Coast News: Vista City Council Approves Cannabis Events
The Coast News: Vista City Council Approves Cannabis Events VISTA — The Vista City Council resumed discussions this week about allowing cannabis events on private property in the city and instructed city staff to draft a policy setting regulations and fees. City leaders previously discussed the possibility of cannabis events last spring but decided to pause […]
Veterans Hero Ball to Benefit Battle Brothers Mar 23
Veterans Hero Ball to Benefit Battle Brothers Mar 23 March 23, 2024, 7:30 PM University Club Atop Symphony Towers Black Tie optional Tickets: Zeffy.com Join us for a night at the University Club Atop Symphony Towers to not only celebrate and honor our armed forces at our inaugural Veterans Hero Ball, but also to raise critical […]
It’s Time for Hall of Flowers. Here’s what to know.
First of all, it’s local. Well, Southern California local. Hall of Flowers is coming to the Ventura State Fairgrounds on March 13 & 14. Over 200 companies will be displaying, sampling and demonstrating their products with an impressive outdoor sesh raring in the background. The show is more than manufacturers gaining exposure and branding to […]
LA Times: Pot shops owed millions in taxes. So, California sold their bongs and pipes, and made $2,075
The state of California says 10 Los Angeles marijuana dispensaries owe $14.4 million in taxes. A public auction was held to make up those fees with property seized from the businesses. But after the gavel was hit, the state only made $2,075, according to officials. Nine of the dispensaries were operating illegally, and one was […]
San Diego Cannabis Retail Products Up 26.15%, Led By Spike in Vape Demand
In October, San Diego Cannabis Times analyzed cannabis stock levels across San Diego County, with an eye toward comparing the figures and gaining perspective on retailer stock gains or losses 4 months later. We’ve again updated those reports as a means of tracking growth or reduction in 6 categories, Flower, Prerolls, Edibles, Vape Products, Concentrates, and Beverages. Since […]
OP-ED: Union Cannabis Workers at Eaze are United for a Just Contract
Union Cannabis Workers at Eaze are United for a Just Contract By Grant Tom Unionized workers at Eaze stand united, unwavering in their demand for a fair and just contract. Represented by UFCW Locals 5, 135, 324, and 770, these cannabis workers, are sending a clear message to the CEO of Eaze: negotiate fairly with […]
Power to the Pre Roll – Dispensary Ranking by Pre Rolls Offered
As part of our regular rankings, the San Diego Cannabis Times has been ranking San Diego County dispensaries by cannabis product category. Until now, we’re included Pre Rolls in the Flower category. For the first time, we’ve broken out Pre Rolls into its own. Before we get to the rankings, a few market factors need […]
Local MedMen Stores Shorten Operating Hours; Shelves 75-90% Empty
After sacking its CEO Ellen Deutsch Harrison and the board’s Executive Chairman Michael Serruya, MedMen has opted to reduce operating hours at its 2 local MedMen stores. Both the Torrey Pines location at 10715 Sorrento Valley Rd and the Kearny Mesa at 5125 Convoy St are now opening at 11:00 AM each day. In another […]
