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‘A patchwork of prohibition’: Cities, counties find ways to block cannabis businesses

ByPot Shop News

August 19, 2025

[#item_full_content] Cities like Silver Bay have adopted ordinances that prohibit cannabis businesses, even though it’s against state law. But small business owners don’t have the money or time to take them to court. ‘A patchwork of prohibition’: Cities, counties find ways to block cannabis businesses Read More

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