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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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Dispensary Offers Penny Eighths of Weed to DPS Teachers

Dispensary Offers Penny Eighths of Weed to DPS Teachers

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 11, 2019

Time for a smoke break.

Good Chemistry Welcomes New Strain as It Prepares for a Big 2019

Good Chemistry Welcomes New Strain as It Prepares for a Big 2019

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 9, 2019

Say hello to Geraldine.

MMJ for Autism Bill Clears First Obstacle, Heads to Senate

MMJ for Autism Bill Clears First Obstacle, Heads to Senate

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 8, 2019

The bill was laid over five times across ten days after passing its second House reading on January 25

Euflora Will Again Host Mile High 420 Fest in Civic Center Park

Euflora Will Again Host Mile High 420 Fest in Civic Center Park

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 7, 2019

The Denver-area dispensary chain will host the 420 Fest for the second straight year.

Push to Give Medical Marijuana Patients Gun Rights Fails

Push to Give Medical Marijuana Patients Gun Rights Fails

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 7, 2019

Concealed-carry permit holders are still prohibited from becoming MMJ patients, too.

Political Veteran Michael Huttner’s Impact on Legal Pot Stretches Far

Political Veteran Michael Huttner’s Impact on Legal Pot Stretches Far

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 7, 2019

A longtime friend of Governor Jared Polis, Huttner is a public relations and activism veteran, and an emerging force in pot industry financing.

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LivWell Buys Fort Collins Dispensary Infinite Wellness Center

LivWell Buys Fort Collins Dispensary Infinite Wellness Center

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 6, 2019

LivWell now has fifteen dispensaries in Colorado.

Broncos Legend Terrell Davis Jumps on the CBD Train

Broncos Legend Terrell Davis Jumps on the CBD Train

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 6, 2019

Davis says he would’ve been able to suit up longer if he were allowed to take CBD during his playing days.

So, About Those Dean Ween Cannabis Concerts…

So, About Those Dean Ween Cannabis Concerts…

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 5, 2019

The property owners of the proposed location say today’s news was the first they’d heard of any such plans.

Dean Ween Wants to Bring Ten Pot-Infused Concerts to Denver This Summer

Dean Ween Wants to Bring Ten Pot-Infused Concerts to Denver This Summer

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 5, 2019

They’d be downtown and completely legal.

Jury Finds Cannabis Church Founder Guilty in 4/20 Party Case

Jury Finds Cannabis Church Founder Guilty in 4/20 Party Case

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 1, 2019

The verdict was the culmination of a four-day trial and almost two years of legal battles.

Lobbying for the Leaf With Brownstein Hyatt’s Melissa Blake

Lobbying for the Leaf With Brownstein Hyatt’s Melissa Blake

By Thomas MitchellFebruary 1, 2019

Melissa Kuipers Blake leads cannabis lobbying efforts for powerhouse Brownstein Hyatt Farber Schreck.

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Bill Would Give Cops More Discretion in Marijuana DUI Arrests

Bill Would Give Cops More Discretion in Marijuana DUI Arrests

By Thomas MitchellJanuary 31, 2019

The bill would allow police to arrest drivers “for the presumption that a driver is under the influence of marijuana.”

Cannabis Church, City Attorneys Dig in for Trial Over Misdemeanors

Cannabis Church, City Attorneys Dig in for Trial Over Misdemeanors

By Thomas MitchellJanuary 30, 2019

“This one could go two days, maybe even three days,” the judge said.

Denver’s Social Pot Use Program Could Get Extended, Updated

Denver’s Social Pot Use Program Could Get Extended, Updated

By Thomas MitchellJanuary 29, 2019

City Council members have been trying to figure out how to entice more applicants.

Sweet Leaf Owners Get a Year in Jail for Illegal Pot Sales

Sweet Leaf Owners Get a Year in Jail for Illegal Pot Sales

By Thomas MitchellJanuary 25, 2019

According to prosecutors, the three men were aware of the illegal marijuana sales.

Pot Industry Veteran Scott Durrah Running for Denver City Council

Pot Industry Veteran Scott Durrah Running for Denver City Council

By Thomas MitchellJanuary 25, 2019

“We’re looking forward to tremendous fundraisers from the cannabis community.”

Ricardo Baca and His PR Firm Assist Denver’s Pot Expungement Effort

Ricardo Baca and His PR Firm Assist Denver’s Pot Expungement Effort

By Thomas MitchellJanuary 25, 2019

The former Denver Post cannabis editor and his Grasslands content agency are donating their efforts to the cause.

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Sweet Leaf Owners Headed to Court January 25 in Looping Case

Sweet Leaf Owners Headed to Court January 25 in Looping Case

By Thomas MitchellJanuary 24, 2019

All three men are facing charges for their alleged roles in the company’s looping scandal.

Cannabis Activists Want to Change Employer and Newborn Drug Testing

Cannabis Activists Want to Change Employer and Newborn Drug Testing

By Thomas MitchellJanuary 23, 2019

Numerous cannabis advocacy groups are flexing their muscles at the Colorado State Capitol Building.

Call Ahead: Dispensaries That Let You Pre-Order Online

Call Ahead: Dispensaries That Let You Pre-Order Online

By Thomas MitchellJanuary 22, 2019

If you already know what you want, then why wait?

Bill Aims to Help Parents Who Buy Medical Marijuana for Children

Bill Aims to Help Parents Who Buy Medical Marijuana for Children

By Thomas MitchellJanuary 21, 2019

Only one parent or guardian can purchase a child’s medical marijuana under current Colorado state law.

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