In a groundbreaking move, the Cherokee Nation in North Carolina has begun issuing its first medical marijuana cards, allowing cardholders to make purchases at a soon-to-open cannabis dispensary. The dispensary, located in Cherokee, NC, will offer both recreational and medical marijuana products. This initiative marks a significant shift in the tribe’s approach to cannabis, as it aims to provide a regulated framework for medical marijuana use within its jurisdiction. The move is expected to set a precedent for other Native American tribes considering similar measures.

For more details, read the full article published just a day ago on The Charlotte Observer.

This development adds a new layer to the ongoing national conversation about the legalization and medical use of marijuana, and it will be interesting to see how this impacts the broader landscape of cannabis regulation in the United States.