Alabama
Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission awards business licenses to 21 companies
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) – On Monday, June 12, the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) announced the first round of businesses getting medical marijuana licenses.
In total, 90 different companies applied for a license. Of those, 21 were granted licenses. Some applied to be growers, while others applied to be processors or store fronts.
The AMCC voted to award medical cannabis business licenses to the following applicants:
Integrated Facility License
Flowerwood Medical Cannabis, LLC
Southeast Cannabis Company, LLC
Sustainable Alabama, LLC
TheraTrue Alabama, LLC
Verano Alabama, LLC
Cultivator License
Blackberry Farms, LLC
Gulf Shore Remedies, LLC
Pure by Sirmon Farms, LLC
Twisted Herb Cultivation, LLC
Processor License
1819 Labs, LLC
Enchanted Green, LLC
Jasper Development Group Inc.
Organic Harvest Lab, LLC
Dispensary License
CCS of Alabama, LLC
RJK Holdings AL, LLC
Statewide Property Holdings AL, LLC
Yellowhammer Medical Dispensaries, LLC
Secure Transport License
Alabama Secure Transport, LLC
International Communication, LLC
Tyler Van Lines, LLC
State Testing Laboratory License
Certus Laboratories
The Commission, per the statute, could award up to 12 cultivator licenses, four processor licenses, four dispensary licenses, five integrated facility licenses and an unspecified number of secure transport and state testing laboratory licenses.
“There was no shortage of qualified individuals and entities who provided applications for us to consider,” saidd Commission Chairman and Oncologist, Dr. Steven Stokes. “Based on the evaluators’ assessments and the Commission’s considerations, we believe that we have selected an outstanding slate of inaugural licensees to represent Alabama’s new medical cannabis industry.”
The applicants who were awarded a license will have 14 days to submit the appropriate license fee to the Commission. At its meeting on July 10, 2023, the Commission is scheduled to issue licenses in each license category.
Under the rules promulgated by the Alabama Board of Medical Examiners, physicians may begin the certification process to recommend medical cannabis after business licenses have been issued. For a patient to qualify for medical cannabis, the patient must have at least one of the qualifying conditions and be recommended for medical cannabis by a certified physician.
Vice Chairman Rex Vaughn announced at the meeting that the Commission intends to open a second offering of licenses for cultivators, secure transporters, and state testing laboratories.
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How can I watch Miss Alabama pageant? Is there a livestream?
A new Miss Alabama will be crowned this weekend in Birmingham. Miss Alabama 2023, Brianna Burrell, will crown her successor at the pageant’s finale, and Miss Alabama 2024 will take her first walk on the runway, holding a bouquet of roses as the audience cheers. If you want to watch the Miss Alabama hoopla, here’s what you need to know.
When is the Miss Alabama pageant?
The Miss Alabama finals are set for Saturday, June 29, at Samford University’s Wright Center, 872 Montague Drive in Birmingham. The pageant starts at 7 p.m. CT. Preliminary competitions have been underway Wednesday through Friday, June 26-28, at 7 p.m., also at the Wright Center. Contestants have been busy with other events this week, such as rehearsals, a golf tournament, interviews with the judges and more.
Can I watch the pageant on TV?
No. The Miss Alabama finals aren’t televised.
Can I stream it online?
No. The competition won’t stream on Pageants Live or any other digital platform. The Miss America organization plans to post updates Saturday on its Facebook page as the competition progresses, and news will be posted on the Miss Alabama Instagram page, as well.
How can I watch the Miss Alabama pageant?
The only way to see the pageant and watch Miss Alabama being crowned is to attend in person at the Wright Center. Tickets for the finals on Saturday can be bought at the door for $63-$75, organizers said. The lobby opens at 6 p.m.; the pageant starts at 7 p.m.
Who are the contestants this year?
Forty women are competing for the crown, ranging from Miss Appalachian Valley to Miss Wallace State. Find out more about them here.
READ: Miss Alabama 2024: Meet 40 women competing for the crown
Does Miss Alabama have a swimsuit competition?
Miss Alabama, like the Miss America organization, no longer has a swimsuit competition. It was eliminated at Miss America in 2018, and Miss Alabama followed suit in 2019. However, a health and fitness segment was added in 2023, and contestants model activewear instead of swimsuits.
What else do I need to know about Miss Alabama?
The yearlong reign of the new Miss Alabama starts immediately. She’ll make public appearances, do charity work, speak to community groups, motivate students and more. Although glitzy on-stage activity is the most public aspect of the Miss Alabama pageant, there’s significant scholarship money at stake behind the scenes. Cash scholarships in various categories are awarded to contestants during competition week, totaling $126,500 this year, according to the Miss Alabama pageant guide. The title of Miss Alabama comes with a $15,000 scholarship. The first runner-up receives $5,000; the second runner-up receives $3,000; the third runner-up gets $2,500; the fourth-runner up receives $2,000, all in scholarship money.
Is Miss Alabama linked to Miss America?
Yes. Miss Alabama moves on to compete for Miss America. The date of the national pageant is TBA, but is likely to happen early next year. Alabama has produced three Miss America winners over the pageant’s history: Yolande Betbeze in 1950, Heather Whitestone in 1994 and Deidre Downs in 2004. All of them have been significant figures for the competition, resulting in milestones during or after their victories. Read more about Alabama’s Miss America winners here.
Alabama
Update: Heat advisory affecting Alabama until Saturday night
On Saturday at 1:12 a.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory valid for Saturday between noon and 9 p.m. for Marion, Lamar, Fayette, Winston, Walker, Pickens, Tuscaloosa and Greene counties.
The weather service states, “Heat index values up to 105 degrees to 107 expected.”
“Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses,” describes the weather service.
Hot weather safety: Weather service tips for staying safe and healthy
- Stay hydrated: Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
- Seek cool shelter: Stay in an air-conditioned room.
- Avoid sun exposure: Stay out of the sun, and make sure to check up on relatives and neighbors.
- Child and pet safety: Take every precaution to never leave young children and pets alone in vehicles, especially in extreme heat when car interiors can quickly become hazardous.
- Caution outdoors: If you must work or spend time outdoors, take extra precautions.
- Time your activities wisely: Whenever possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening hours when temperatures are more manageable.
- Recognize heat-related issues: Familiarize yourself with warning signs and how tp recognize the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
- Dress comfortably: Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing to stay cool.
Additional recommendations for outdoor workers:
- The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas for outdoor workers.
- If someone succumbs to the heat, promptly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.
- In emergency situations, dial 911 for immediate assistance.
These NWS heat safety directives are essential for safeguarding your well-being when facing high temperatures. Stay well-informed and take the necessary precautions to shield yourself and others from the potential hazards of extreme heat.
Advance Local Weather Alerts is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to compile the latest data from the National Weather Service.
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