Florida

By Beau R Whitney, Vice President and Senior Economist, New Frontier Data A Florida court of appeals decision last month ruled that the state's regulatory framework for its medical cannabis program mandating vertical integration was unconstitutional. What does it mean for Florida's system,...

Green Growth Brands, Inc. (OTC: GGBXF) will enter the medical marijuana market in Florida through the acquisition of Spring Oaks Greenhouses. Green Growth Brands will pay a consideration of around $54.65 million for all outstanding shares of Spring Oaks. The transaction will involve $26.15 million...

iAnthus Capital Holdings Inc (OTC: ITHUF) is executing on its plan to expand its presence across the United States and plans to open its first dispensary in Florida on Dec. 19. What Happened iAnthus, which is one of the largest U.S. cannabis companies, said its first dispensary in Florida will be...

One of the largest problems cannabis entrepreneurs face right now is taxation. Since marijuana is still illegal on a federal level in the United States, businesses operating legally on a state level don't qualify for federal tax deductions covering things like rent and employee salaries....

The Southeast Cannabis Conference & Expo has just kicked off in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and will go on until Sunday afternoon. This non-consumption event is aimed at educating, engaging and empowering “the cannabis industry of tomorrow,” Executive Operations Director Danielle...

Timing is everything. This applies to even for something as inane as entertainment. Orlando, the "theme park capital of the world," has a myriad of attractions. Chief among these are Walt Disney Co (NYSE: DIS)'s Magic Kingdom and Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ: CMCSA)-owned Universal Studios Florida...

For many contemplating retirement locations, Florida frequently comes to mind as an appealing place to spend the remainder of these earthly days. However, another state just got a bit more appealing, if a cold winter is not a deterrent. On October 14,

Johnson Rice analyst John Rowan doesn’t believe Hurricane Matthew will have any lasting impact on natural gas prices, which have been on fire since bottoming back in March. On Friday, Rowan told Benzinga that he’s as bullish as ever on gas prices in the wake of Matthew. Rowan explained...

On Friday, reports were released regarding Zika's progression in Florida causing some travel and treatment stocks to move sharply. Florida Governor's Report Florida Governor Rick Scott announced Friday Morning that no mosquitoes had tested positive for Zika; however, four cases of the virus had...

There are very few exceptions to the popular slogan "there is no such thing as bad press." One exception, however, includes a major telecommunication company overcharging school districts in violation of federal law while simultaneously receiving government subsidies. The Federal Communications...

It seems Americans love Florida, as three cities in the state found a place on the top five cities Americans are migrating to list, according to a 24/7 Wall St. report. Below are the top five cities: 1. The Villages, FL Five-year population growth from net migration: 32.0 percent July 2015...

Reports continue to surface of confirmed Zika virus cases outside of the primary infection regions. China has now confirmed the first case of Zika in the world’s most populated country. The 34-year-old infected male had recently returned from a trip to Venezuela, a nation that may now have...

Florida Governor Rick Scott (R) signed a law on Monday that legalized a special strain of marijuana to treat epileptic seizures and other diseases. This policy is one of the most restrictive in the nation, but is a good first step for the state of Florida. The law will allow for patients to use...