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White Earth Band opens medical and recreational cannabis dispensary in Mahnomen

By Michael Achterling Aug 4, 2023 | 10:49 AM

Detroit Lakes, Minn. (KDLM) – The White Earth Nation began selling recreational cannabis in Mahnomen on Thursday morning with the opening of Waabigwan Mashkiki LLC.

In a White Earth Reservation Business Committee news release, the tribal nation stated, quote: “We’re excited to provide a safe and controlled environment for cannabis access. This endeavor aligns with our tribal sovereignty and self-determination, offering a new avenue of relief for many health conditions recognized under White Earth Nation Medicinal & Recreational Cannabis Codes.

The dispensary currently show eight different cannabis strains available to purchase on their website, which range from 13-22% THC content and sell for between $11 to $16 per gram.

The Mahnomen dispensary opened for medicinal cannabis patients on Monday and anyone seeking more information on the medical cannabis program should contact the White Earth Cannabis Control Commission through the group’s website.

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