Ohio Cannabis Archives

High Prices and Muted Marketing Stunting Ohio’s Cannabis Industry, Observers Say

Ohio marijuana prices are currently 204% higher than Michigan’s and the state prohibits advertising on billboards, radio and TV

by Doug Guth July 7, 2025September 5, 2025

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High Hopes: How Ohio’s Cannabis Industry Can Cultivate Quality Jobs

The Ohio cannabis workforce is stuck in limbo, facing lower wages within a still-developing market that is still battling against politicians

by Doug Guth June 26, 2025August 4, 2025

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‘We Are Going to Push Pause’ on Ohio Marijuana Legislation, Says Republican Lawmaker

“We’re going to take the summer and come back and potentially take another crack at it.”

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal June 25, 2025July 3, 2025

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Beyond the Bud: How Ohio Entrepreneurs Are Creating Immersive Cannabis Experiences

From painting to yoga to cooking, these crafted experiences can lead to a cultural shift in how we socialize, relax and heal

by Doug Guth May 2, 2025June 29, 2025

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Ohio Senate Passes Bill That Would Require Hemp Products to Only Be Sold at Marijuana Dispensaries

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has implored lawmakers to regulate or ban delta-8 THC products.

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal May 1, 2025June 29, 2025

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Ohio CBD Store Owners Oppose Bill That Would Move Hemp Products to Marijuana Dispensaries

An Ohio Senate bill would remove intoxicating hemp products from CBD stores, convenience stores, smoke shops, or gas stations.

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal March 26, 2025April 28, 2025

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Despite Some Perks, Ohio Has Seen 30% Drop in Medical Marijuana Patients Since Recreational Weed Legalized

Convenience, cost and anonymity are the driving factors

by Doug Guth March 21, 2025August 11, 2025

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Ohio Cannabis Advocates Say Proposed Issue 2 Revisions Would Drive Customers to Michigan, Black Market

The Statehouse is debating adding further restrictions to recreational marijuana while Gov. Mike DeWine has proposed hiking taxes

by Doug Guth March 10, 2025July 3, 2025

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Ohio House Republicans Introduce Their Own Proposal to Rewrite State’s Recreational Marijuana Law

The Ohio House Republican version would keep home grow and tax levels the same, but reduce THC levels and redirect most of the tax revenue

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal March 7, 2025June 28, 2025

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Ohioans Rail Against Republican Bill to Rewrite Marijuana Law Passed by Voters

The bill would reduce legal THC levels and further limit home grow, among other restrictions

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal February 19, 2025March 13, 2025

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Ohio GOP Proposal Seeks to Change Voter-Passed Marijuana Law With Higher Tax, Lower THC Levels

It would also cut the number of home grow plants from 12 to six. “The people did vote for home grow,” sponsor Ohio Sen. Steve Huffman said, noting there’s fears home grow fuels the black market

by Megan Henry, Ohio Capital Journal February 3, 2025March 24, 2025

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Ohio Republican Lawmakers Again Seek to Override Voters on Legal Weed Law in Blatant Cash-Grab

A new Ohio Senate bill would raise weed taxes by 50%, restrict potency, and limit home grow

by David Dewitt, Ohio Capital Journal January 31, 2025June 4, 2025