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Lakemoor man with ‘sophisticated’ pot-growing operation pleads guilty

ByPot Shop News

August 7, 2025

[#item_full_content] A Lakemoor man who police said had a “sophisticated” pot-growing operation in his home pleaded guilty Wednesday to unlawful production of marijuana. Edward Smith Jr., 58, was sentenced to 24 month… Read More

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