KENTUCKY (WFIE) – In the coming months, a new business could be popping up in cities near you.
Monday, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear announced the results of the commonwealth’s first lottery for medical marijuana dispensaries.
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Of which, two applicants were chosen from both Henderson and Owensboro.
Officials say this is the first of two lotteries that will determine who can open a dispensary.
“Team Kentucky has worked hard to ensure that all medical cannabis business applicants have an equal and fair chance to become a part of this emerging industry,” said Gov. Beshear.“Today’s dispensary announcement moves us one step closer to ensuring Kentuckians with serious medical conditions have access to the safe, affordable medicine they need.”
The second lottery will be held on December 16. Click here for a full list of lottery selectees.
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