CLEVELAND - Some recent court decisions have left advocates for policies restricting the sale and availability of intoxicating hemp products encouraged that legislation could be passed in Ohio sooner rather than later — including every stakeholder in the state’s licensed marijuana industry. Key among those cases, as well as the most recent, is Bio Gen
COLUMBUS - Ohio marijuana companies sued regulators over product and advertising rules, saying they're too strict and violate the law approved by voters. Cleveland-based Ancient Roots, Akron-based Fire Rock and five other businesses filed a lawsuit Sept. 17 against the Division of Cannabis Control, which oversees the state's marijuana program. The move came nearly two years
Organizations often focus on profits, efficiency, and growth. While these priorities are vital, the well-being of employees should never be overlooked. Protecting staff isn’t just an ethical responsibility; it’s a strategic one. Companies that invest in safeguarding their employees ultimately strengthen their own operations, reputation, and financial stability. Creating a Safe and Supportive Work Environment
Mining bitcoin in 2025 has turned into a fight over severely rising costs, very narrow returns, and changes in technology taking place too quickly. In 2024, the halving event happened, which cut block rewards in half, thus leaving the traditional mining businesses barely surviving due to the extremely high global difficulty and the increasing price
Washington, D.C. — Small business confidence continued to climb in the third quarter, according to the latest MetLife & U.S. Chamber of Commerce Q2 2025 Small Business Index. The Q3 2025 Index score of 72.0, up from 65.2 last quarter, was driven by improved views of both the national and local economies. While optimism is on
LANSNG - Time is running out! Nominations for the 2026 Michigan Celebrates Small Business (MCSB) Awards close on October 8. This is your chance to help spotlight the small businesses that are creating jobs, driving innovation, and making a difference in Michigan communities. With over 1,200 past honorees, MCSB is the state’s premier small business
CLEVELAND - As Ohio’s cannabis industry continues to mature more than one year after recreational sales began in August 2024, one of the state’s largest cannabis industry events is returning for another edition. The fifth-annual Ohio Cannabis Health & Business Summit (OCHBS) will take place Oct. 3-4 at the IX Center in Cleveland. The educational and networking
COLUMBUS, Ohio - Marijuana became legal to use recreationally in Ohio in December 2023, a month after the statewide ballot initiative passed. But legal sales at dispensaries didn't start until Aug. 6, 2024. Although there is some conflicting language, the state statute generally prohibits recreational marijuana use in public, according to the Division of Cannabis Control, which
CADIZ, Ohio - Looking for some good music and good weed this weekend? Check out the Ohio Valley Cannabis Cup at Breezy Acres Cannabis and Music Park in Cadiz. Tickets will be available for purchase at the gate for $40 for the weekend, which includes parking and camping. Day passes will be available for $20.
As the cryptocurrency market continues to evolve in 2025, XRP and BTC remain two of the most popular assets among global investors. Bitcoin, often referred to as "digital gold," is favored for its scarcity and hedging potential, while XRP has gained widespread adoption among global financial institutions due to its fast and low-cost cross-border payment
