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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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An indoor marijuana growing operation in Colorado

Second Durango Cannabis Company Recall in Two Months Hits 52 Dispensaries

By Thomas MitchellMay 18, 2023

Colorado has issued twelve marijuana recalls so far this year.

A marijuana growing operation employee inspects buds after a harvest.

Settlement Revealed in 2019 Bonsai Cultivation Contaminated Marijuana Case

By Thomas MitchellMay 17, 2023

Nearly four years after one of the largest recalls in Colorado history, state regulators released details of the deal that let the company stay in business.

DripCees are new vegan weed gummies from The Clear

The Clear Releases New Edibles Line in Colorado

By Thomas MitchellMay 16, 2023

The gummies are marked with lines so customers can split up the pieces for microdosing.

Jars of cannabis flower for sale inside a Denver dispensary

Where to Find the Cheapest Weed in Colorado

By Thomas MitchellMay 15, 2023

Looking for dispensary deals? We studied state data to find the most affordable places for pot.

Cannabis protesters hold a marijuana flag in Civic Center Park

How Every Marijuana, Hemp and Psychedelic Bill Fared in 2023

By Thomas MitchellMay 12, 2023

Before the Colorado Legislature’s 2023 session wrapped up earlier this week, lawmakers considered thirteen marijuana, hemp and psychedelic bills. Here’s how they all fared.

Altitude the Dispensary, a recreational marijuana store in Aurora.

Colorado’s Marijuana Industry Gets a Small Bump

By Thomas MitchellMay 11, 2023

Colorado dispensaries could use good news on the revenue front, but historical data suggests they’re in for another retraction.

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Big Medicine Cannabissary, a medical marijuana dispensary in Colorado Springs.

Medical Marijuana Recalled From Colorado Springs Dispensary

By Thomas MitchellMay 11, 2023

This is the fifth marijuana mold recall announced by state regulators within the last month.

The Mile High Dave cut of Dante's Inferno

In the Wild West of Weed, Mile High Dave Bets on Himself

By Thomas MitchellMay 10, 2023

Sponsors are invested in his success, and his social media presence is growing fast. But Dave Crawford isn’t an artist, athlete or influencer. He is a cannabis grower.

Morrison hotel Arrowhead Manor offers marijuana-infused dinner to guests.

Arrowhead Manor’s Cannabis Acceptance Offers Rare Hotel Experience

By Thomas MitchellMay 9, 2023

The Arrowhead Manor has allowed guests to toke up outside for years, but now the boutique hotel is offering dinner with a special ingredient.

A woman smokes a joint at Civic Center Park at the 2023 4/20 festival, in front of the State Capitol Building.

Colorado Lawmakers Consider Mushrooms, Marijuana Challenges in 2023

By Thomas MitchellMay 8, 2023

Bills protecting online dispensary sales (not just pre-orders) and off-hour cannabis use both passed, but a measure expanding social equity provisions died.

Willa Ferreyra in HBO's Succession is played by Justine Lupe.

Succession Actress Has Deep Roots in Denver

By Thomas MitchellMay 7, 2023

Justine Lupe, also known as Justine Lupe-Schomp, graduated from the Denver School of the Arts, and her grandparents were local leaders.

Metro State Hosting Psychedelics Conference for Students

Metro State Hosting Psychedelics Conference for Students

By Thomas MitchellMay 4, 2023

“These organizations, pharmaceutical companies and businesses need young people going forward.”

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A woman smokes a joint on a mobile cannabis lounge

Ask a Stoner: Dispensary Birthday Deals and Freebies

By Thomas Mitchell and OthersMay 4, 2023

Plenty of Denver dispensaries offer birthday deals such as free joints and discounted items, but some of them require a loyalty membership first.

Denver Mom Advocates for Microdosing Mushrooms on Dr. Phil

Denver Mom Advocates for Microdosing Mushrooms on Dr. Phil

By Thomas MitchellMay 3, 2023

“It will be interesting to see how I’m painted, let’s put it that way.”

Magic mushrooms cultivation and possession has been decriminalized in Colorado.

Colorado House Passes Mushroom Legalization Bill

By Thomas MitchellApril 29, 2023

House amendments still need Senate approval, but the bill is expected to reach the governor’s desk.

Mushroom Legalization Bill Clears House Committees, Approval on Horizon

Mushroom Legalization Bill Clears House Committees, Approval on Horizon

By Thomas MitchellApril 28, 2023

Colorado’s first bill addressing psychedelic decriminalization and legalization could be passed by early next week.

Verts Neighborhood Dispensary co-owner Ashley Close in front of her Fort Collins store.

Fort Collins-Based Verts Dispensary Jumps Into New Marijuana Markets

By Thomas MitchellApril 28, 2023

After operating a single dispensary in Fort Collins for years, Verts Neighborhood Dispensary has quickly expanded into Golden and outside of Colorado, in Michigan and Missouri.

A man takes a dab of hash rosin at a Groovy Gravy event in Denver.

State-Mandated Report on Potent THC Products Provides Few Answers

By Thomas MitchellApril 27, 2023

“Although there are some limited to moderate signals on the adverse and beneficial effects of high concentration THC, we recommend caution in interpretation of the evidence.”

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State Senate Advances Psychedelic Framework Without Local Ban Authority

State Senate Advances Psychedelic Framework Without Local Ban Authority

By Thomas MitchellApril 26, 2023

Colorado’s first magic mushroom legalization hearing took place on on April 20, at 4:20 p.m., and lasted four hours and…21 minutes.

LaConte's dispensary at 105 East 7th Avenue closed in March of 2023.

Openings and Closings: Say Goodbye to LaConte’s, Doctor’s Orders

By Thomas MitchellApril 26, 2023

LaConte’s on Seventh Avenue is closed, Doctor’s Orders is undergoing a facelift and two popular dispensary names have expanded into new digs.

A worker at 1 Wildflower farms in Colorado tends to cannabis plants.

Colorado Launches State-Funded Loan Program for Marijuana Businesses

By Thomas MitchellApril 25, 2023

The loans range from $50,000 to $150,000 and are intended for established cannabis businesses.

Waka Flocka went beast mode in Denver

Waka Flocka Went Beast Mode at the Mile High 420 Festival

By Jacqueline Collins and OthersApril 21, 2023

Anyone else think Waka Flocka Flame looks like Marshawn Lynch?

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