In this week’s Northern Express—sister publication of The Ticker—cannabis is in the spotlight. On the one hand, Michigan retailers sold more marijuana than ever last year—a combined 7.4 million pounds of flower, edibles, and vapes, according to reports from the state’s Cannabis Regulatory Agency (CRA).
But all is not well. Despite record demand, 2025 was the first year since recreational weed sales began where revenues actually declined in Michigan. Also on the downward slide is the state’s number of licensed marijuana dispensaries, a clear indicator of industry consolidation. Add a new statewide excise tax many retailers view as an existential threat, and it’s possible the high times are over for Michigan’s marijuana market. Read more here.
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The Grand Traverse County Road Commission announced Monday that the culvert bridge that crosses the Boardman River on Brown Bridge Road (near Arbutus Hill Road) will be …
Munson Medical Center (MMC) is installed “new, state-of-the-art security and weapons detections systems” at the hospital’s main lobby and Emergency Department entrances. The systems were installed earlier this month. “We take the safety and …
The Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation has awarded a total of $1,680,497 to 156 organizations across Antrim, Benzie, Grand Traverse, Kalkaska, and Leelanau Counties so far this …
Tonight’s the night to review and provide feedback on Peninsula Township’s plans to improve non-motorized transportation on Old Mission Peninsula. A community input session will be held …