Mississippi Declares Medical Marijuana Legal but Imposes Communication Restrictions
Small-business owner Clarence Cocroft has faced unique challenges as he navigates the advertising landscape for his cannabis business in DeSoto County, Mississippi. Despite budgeting for marketing and even investing in billboards, state regulations have imposed strict limitations on how he can promote Tru Source Medical Cannabis, Mississippi’s first black-owned medical marijuana dispensary. Regulatory Constraints in […]
Supreme Court Declines to Hear Medical Marijuana Lawsuit, Leaving Lower Court Ruling in Place
The U.S. Supreme Court recently declined to hear a case regarding Mississippi’s restrictions on medical cannabis advertising, upholding a ruling from the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. This decision indicates that, due to the federal illegality of cannabis, arguments presented by plaintiff Clarence Cocroft—a medical cannabis business owner—asserting violations of First Amendment rights do […]
Choctaw Native Americans Explore Opportunities in Mississippi’s Legal Cannabis Market
The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians (MBCI) might soon enter the recreational marijuana market, signaling a potential shift in local cannabis policy. Multiple experts in the industry suggest that the tribe is actively exploring the decriminalization and regulation of marijuana possession, production, and distribution on Tribal lands. Public Hearings and Community Input The MBCI has […]
Mississippi Cannabis Advances: Key Legislative Changes Coming in 2025
Mississippi’s latest legislative session has concluded, marked by a short special session on the horizon due to the absence of a state budget. This session brought modifications to the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Act (MMCA) and a failed consumable hemp regulatory bill. These developments indicate ongoing efforts to enhance a medical cannabis program that is entering […]
Mississippi Medical Cannabis Program Sees Daily Increase of 50 New Registrations, Study Reveals
BILOXI, Miss. – A recent study of Mississippi’s medical cannabis industry indicates a steady rise in the number of active medical cannabis cards, averaging an increase of 50 per day. This finding is part of the Mississippi Medical Marijuana Association’s comprehensive state of the industry report, which analyzed data from Summer 2024 to Summer 2025. […]
Cannabidiphorol (CBDP) Discovered as a Unique Negative Allosteric Modulator at Two Cannabinoid Receptor 1 Sites
As the cannabis industry continues to evolve, understanding the constituents of Cannabis sativa has become increasingly essential for stakeholders in Mississippi and beyond. Recent research highlights the diverse phytochemical compounds and their implications for therapeutic use, emphasizing the growing importance of cannabis in public health and industry. Phytochemical Constituents and Their Implications The exploration of […]
Rescheduling Cannabis Under the Controlled Substances Act: A Transformative Step for Legalization and Research
Experts are examining the path to and implications of rescheduling cannabis. In a recent executive order, President Donald J. Trump directed the Attorney General to proceed with rescheduling marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA). This shift underscores the need for federal support to enhance research into medical marijuana […]
Mississippi Advances Cannabis Legislation and Ibogaine Clinical Trials as Key Deadline Passes
As frozen precipitation continues to thaw across northern Mississippi, the state’s legislature is advancing in its current session. During a webinar on January 14, Spencer Ritchie, a Mississippi government affairs colleague, discussed the expected cannabis-related legislation. Now, one month into the session and shortly after the committee bill deadline, several of the proposed bills mentioned […]
Mississippi’s Leading Cash Crop in Agriculture: A Closer Look at Soybeans
Cotton represents over 40% of Mississippi’s crop value, establishing it as the state’s premier cash crop. This iconic staple significantly influences both the cultural and economic landscape in Mississippi. Introduction: Understanding Mississippi’s Agricultural Landscape Agriculture is a foundational element of the southeastern United States, with Mississippi playing a critical role due to its rich farming […]
CoBuilders 2025 Launch Day Highlights Mississippi’s Growing Innovation Ecosystem
Seven startups are poised to reshape Mississippi’s economic landscape through an intensive accelerator program tailored for emerging businesses in the state. As Innovate Mississippi introduces the CoBuilders 2025 Cohort on Tuesday, these ventures will unveil their initiatives at a critical event in downtown Jackson. The CoBuilders 2025 launch day, taking place at The Capitol Club, […]
Sydney Shiller, Jourdanton Softball Star, Transfers from Texas Tech to Ole Miss
Jourdanton native Sydney Shiller has announced her decision to transfer from Texas Tech University to the University of Mississippi after a remarkable freshman season with the Texas Tech softball team, which made its first-ever appearance in the Women’s College World Series. Shiller shared the news on her social media accounts, confirming her move to the […]
Choctaw Native Americans Explore Cannabis Sales Opportunities in Mississippi
The Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians (MBCI) may soon enter the recreational marijuana market, according to industry experts. The tribe is exploring the decriminalization and regulation of marijuana possession, production, and distribution on tribal lands, initiating public hearings from May 12 to May 28. These hearings aim to assess community interest ahead of a critical […]