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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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Future of MMJ Nasal Sprays, Inhalers and Suppositories in Flux

Future of MMJ Nasal Sprays, Inhalers and Suppositories in Flux

By Thomas MitchellJuly 10, 2018

On July 1, a small but growing segment of the medical marijuana market was banned from Colorado shelves.

7/10 Session With Keef CEO Erik Knutson

7/10 Session With Keef CEO Erik Knutson

By Thomas MitchellJuly 6, 2018

“There is always room for good ol’ bubble hash.”

Sweet Leaf Officially Ceases to Exist in Denver

Sweet Leaf Officially Ceases to Exist in Denver

By Thomas MitchellJuly 5, 2018

The decision was somewhat expected.

Colorado’s New Marijuana Director Has MED Roots

Colorado’s New Marijuana Director Has MED Roots

By Thomas MitchellJuly 5, 2018

Governor John Hickenlooper announced today, July 5, that Dominique Mendiola is now the state’s director of marijuana coordination.

New Belgium, Willie Nelson Call for American Hemp Reform

New Belgium, Willie Nelson Call for American Hemp Reform

By Thomas MitchellJuly 4, 2018

It’s not quite baseball and apple pie, but it’s pretty damn American.

Pot-Infused Popsicles Here to Cool You Down for July 4

Pot-Infused Popsicles Here to Cool You Down for July 4

By Thomas MitchellJuly 2, 2018

The line of edibles will be sold for a penny on Wednesday, July 4, after the purchase of any other product.

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Thornton Mayor Heidi Williams on Her City’s Recent Dive Into Legal Marijuana

Thornton Mayor Heidi Williams on Her City’s Recent Dive Into Legal Marijuana

By Thomas MitchellJune 29, 2018

Why did Williams — who originally opposed the pot industry in her community — join a national group of mayors lobbying Congress to protect the pot industry and consumers from federal interference? We asked her.

Oklahoma Legalized Medical Marijuana, to the Likely Dismay of Scott Pruitt

Oklahoma Legalized Medical Marijuana, to the Likely Dismay of Scott Pruitt

By Thomas MitchellJune 28, 2018

In 2014, Oklahoma and Nebraska were suing Colorado in federal court for it’s decision to legalize recreational marijuana, but now the Sooner State is starting to catch up to Colorado’s affinity for the plant — and in some cases, even surpass it.

The FDA Just Approved a CBD Drug. What Does That Mean for Colorado?

The FDA Just Approved a CBD Drug. What Does That Mean for Colorado?

By Thomas MitchellJune 26, 2018

Colorado could be one of few states to dispense the drug while the rest of the country waits on the DEA to deschedule or reschedule marijuana.

Federal Marijuana Banking Amendment Dies in Senate

Federal Marijuana Banking Amendment Dies in Senate

By Thomas MitchellJune 23, 2018

The pot industry continues to operate with a lot of attention of but little financial stability.

L’Eagle’s Amy Andrle on Clean Cannabis, Sustainable Practices

L’Eagle’s Amy Andrle on Clean Cannabis, Sustainable Practices

By Thomas MitchellJune 22, 2018

“Every day at L’Eagle, we fight against the commoditization of cannabis and cannabis products; Monsanto and McDonald’s did it to food, Phillip Morris and RJ Reynolds to big tobacco, and Big Pharma to medicine.”

Seven Ways Canada’s Legal Weed Will Be Different From Colorado’s

Seven Ways Canada’s Legal Weed Will Be Different From Colorado’s

By Thomas MitchellJune 21, 2018

No pot-infused poutine for at least the first year? GTFO.

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Colorado Offering MMJ Research Grants for Autism, Opioid Prevention, More

By Thomas MitchellJune 21, 2018

Priority conditions include autism, reducing long-term opioid use for chronic pain, chronic non-nerve pain, dementia and ovarian cancer.

Social Cannabis Use Areas: If Weed Really Were Treated Like Alcohol

Social Cannabis Use Areas: If Weed Really Were Treated Like Alcohol

By Thomas MitchellJune 18, 2018

Denver Technology Services recently visualized the issue with GPS and mapping technology.

Majority of Sweet Leaf Budtenders Have Had Their Charges Dismissed

Majority of Sweet Leaf Budtenders Have Had Their Charges Dismissed

By Thomas MitchellJune 15, 2018

Four more former budtenders walked away with huge sighs of relief on Thursday, June 14, after accepting dismissal offers from the Denver District Attorney.

Cindy Sovine on Her Failed Social Consumption Application, Pot Legislation

Cindy Sovine on Her Failed Social Consumption Application, Pot Legislation

By Thomas MitchellJune 15, 2018

Westword recently sat down with Sovine to see what one of Colorado’s most powerful pot lobbyists will be up to next.

Runner’s High: Cannabis-Infused Club Taking Off Tonight

Runner’s High: Cannabis-Infused Club Taking Off Tonight

By Thomas MitchellJune 14, 2018

Combing cannabis and sports is a growing trend among amateur and professional athletes.

Denver Using Pot Taxes for After-School and Summer Youth Programs

Denver Using Pot Taxes for After-School and Summer Youth Programs

By Thomas MitchellJune 13, 2018

“Denver’s marijuana tax revenue benefits nearly 10,000 youth and makes a world of difference to families who need accessible, high-quality after-school and summer programming that ultimately helps their children succeed.”

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Is 4/20 All Smoke? Colorado Marijuana Sales Slow in April.

Is 4/20 All Smoke? Colorado Marijuana Sales Slow in April.

By Thomas MitchellJune 12, 2018

Even 4/20 couldn’t give April a bump.

Denver Vape and Play Could Be Denver’s Second Official Pot Lounge

Denver Vape and Play Could Be Denver’s Second Official Pot Lounge

By Thomas MitchellJune 12, 2018

The business would be located right in the heart of the South Broadway’s “green mile” of pot shops, if approved.

Hancock Leads National Mayors’ Coalition Calling for Federal Marijuana Reform

Hancock Leads National Mayors’ Coalition Calling for Federal Marijuana Reform

By Thomas MitchellJune 11, 2018

Although he originally opposed legalization efforts, Hancock was the mayor of the first major city to legalize marijuana.

Jared Polis Campaign Canvasses Dispensaries on South Broadway

Jared Polis Campaign Canvasses Dispensaries on South Broadway

By Thomas MitchellJune 9, 2018

The Democratic gubernatorial candidate put his Denver headquarters right before Broadway’s “green mile” of dispensaries.

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