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Thomas Mitchell

Thomas Mitchell has been the news editor of Westword since February 2024. He’s been with the publication since 2017 and was formerly its cannabis editor. He’s earned numerous awards and accolades for his work, including placing second for the Marijuana Enterprise Reporting Award from the Colorado Society of Professional Journalists in 2018; being named a Top Cannabis Journalist by Leafbuyer in 2020; and placing first for the College Sports Writing Award from the Arizona Press Club in 2014. His prior work experience includes Arizona Republic, Inman News and Fox Sports.

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Gardner Wants USDA to Slow Down on Federal Hemp Rules

Gardner Wants USDA to Slow Down on Federal Hemp Rules

By Thomas MitchellAugust 26, 2020

The Republican senator believes current federal hemp rules are too restrictive.

Major Dispensary Takeover Set for September 1

Major Dispensary Takeover Set for September 1

By Thomas MitchellAugust 26, 2020

The originally agreed upon acquisition package will remain, according to an August investor presentation by Columbia Care.

Study: Smoking Weed After Hours Doesn’t Affect Work Performance

Study: Smoking Weed After Hours Doesn’t Affect Work Performance

By Thomas MitchellAugust 25, 2020

What weed hangover?

Aurora Slowly Opening Up to Marijuana Delivery

Aurora Slowly Opening Up to Marijuana Delivery

By Thomas MitchellAugust 21, 2020

Recreational marijuana delivery won’t be legal in Colorado until 2021, but Aurora is already looking into the business practice.

Does Trinidad Need Marijuana Hospitality to Keep its Grip on Ganja?

Does Trinidad Need Marijuana Hospitality to Keep its Grip on Ganja?

By Thomas MitchellAugust 21, 2020

Trinidad’s 25 dispensaries see plenty of consumers, but they don’t have anywhere to smoke their weed socially.

Marijuana Industry Wants Easier Pesticide Testing for Extracted Products

Marijuana Industry Wants Easier Pesticide Testing for Extracted Products

By Thomas MitchellAugust 19, 2020

Pesticides, like THC, are more concentrated in marijuana extracts than flower.

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USDA on Colorado’s State Hemp Plan: Try Again

USDA on Colorado’s State Hemp Plan: Try Again

By Thomas MitchellAugust 18, 2020

“We’re not yet at the point that we can publicly share the details of what we are negotiating.”

Colorado Explores More Eco-Friendly Marijuana Regulations

Colorado Explores More Eco-Friendly Marijuana Regulations

By Thomas MitchellAugust 17, 2020

Leftover marijuana plant matter can’t be disposed like most twigs and leaves.

Lakewood Could Vote on Recreational Marijuana Sales in November

Lakewood Could Vote on Recreational Marijuana Sales in November

By Thomas MitchellAugust 14, 2020

Only medical marijuana dispensaries are currently allowed in Lakewood.

N.O.R.E. Talks Rapper Smoke-Offs, His New Weed Strain and More

N.O.R.E. Talks Rapper Smoke-Offs, His New Weed Strain and More

By Thomas MitchellAugust 14, 2020

The East Coast rapper partnered with a Colorado cannabis grower to produce a OG-heavy strain, Super Thug.

Denver Health Department Closes Tetra 9, Private Pot Club

Denver Health Department Closes Tetra 9, Private Pot Club

By Thomas MitchellAugust 13, 2020

“I’m not open to the public, and that is the big issue I have.”

COVID-19 Can’t Stop Record-Breaking Weed Sales

COVID-19 Can’t Stop Record-Breaking Weed Sales

By Thomas MitchellAugust 12, 2020

Dispensaries are riding a hot streak during the pandemic.

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Trinidad Reconsiders Allowing Marijuana Hospitality Establishments

Trinidad Reconsiders Allowing Marijuana Hospitality Establishments

By Thomas MitchellAugust 11, 2020

Weeks after deciding to ban marijuana hospitality establishments in Trinidad, the town’s city council chose to revisit the decision.

Why Does Colorado’s Weed Industry Lack Asian Representation?

Why Does Colorado’s Weed Industry Lack Asian Representation?

By Thomas MitchellAugust 10, 2020

In a 2020 survey, 0 percent of Denver cannabis business owners identified as Asian.

New Podcast Dissects One of Colorado’s Most Ambitious Pot Smuggling Rings

New Podcast Dissects One of Colorado’s Most Ambitious Pot Smuggling Rings

By Thomas MitchellAugust 7, 2020

An epic drug-smuggling ruse, built on planes and skydiving aspirations, drama between longtime friends, and the black-market underbelly of Colorado’s early cannabis industry.

Littleton Again Considering Recreational Marijuana Sales

Littleton Again Considering Recreational Marijuana Sales

By Thomas MitchellAugust 6, 2020

Littleton has medical dispensaries, but recreational stores have been banned since the state legalized them.

Youth Marijuana Use Increased Across Colorado Last Year

Youth Marijuana Use Increased Across Colorado Last Year

By Thomas MitchellAugust 5, 2020

Denver’s rate of youth marijuana use jumped 4.6 percentage points from two years prior.

Botanico Dispensaries Temporarily Closed, Suspended by MED

Botanico Dispensaries Temporarily Closed, Suspended by MED

By Thomas MitchellAugust 3, 2020

The second location just opened last month.

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Ballpark Holistic Dispensary Sold to The Dab, Silverpeak Group

Ballpark Holistic Dispensary Sold to The Dab, Silverpeak Group

By Thomas MitchellJuly 31, 2020

The acquisition is part of a larger expansion for Silverpeak.

John Bailey Won’t Let COVID-19 End Marijuana Diversity Conversations

John Bailey Won’t Let COVID-19 End Marijuana Diversity Conversations

By Thomas MitchellJuly 31, 2020

After more than six years of retail weed, minority communities are still working toward more seats at the table.

Colorado Springs Won’t Put Recreational Marijuana Sales on November Ballot

Colorado Springs Won’t Put Recreational Marijuana Sales on November Ballot

By Thomas MitchellJuly 30, 2020

The town’s medical marijuana industry criticized the measure.

After Over a Decade, Broomfield Could Allow Marijuana Sales

After Over a Decade, Broomfield Could Allow Marijuana Sales

By Thomas MitchellJuly 30, 2020

The question will appear on the November 3 ballot.

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