Cannabis Dispensary Denied in Jackson County

In a closely watched decision, the Jackson County Health Board has rejected a proposal to open a Cannabis Dispensary in the Fairplain neighborhood of Jackson County, West Virginia. The vote, taken Tuesday night, denied Bear River Dispensary's application after a 30-day public comment period filled with passionate debate on both sides of the issue.

The proposed Cannabis Dispensary location sparked controversy among residents who voiced strong objections during the meeting. Many argued that the site was too close to residential homes and churches, raising concerns about community impact. "The proximity of those two church properties and that neighborhood right there makes it an unwise location for a Cannabis Dispensary," one resident said during public comments.

Others at the meeting opposed the idea of having any Cannabis Dispensary in Jackson County, pointing out that nearby towns such as Parkersburg, Sissonville, and Charleston already provide access to medical cannabis. "Why do we have to have one in our county too?" asked one speaker.

Pastor Grant Garber of Ripley Baptist Temple, whose church property sits just 900 feet from the proposed site, applauded the board's decision. "Our desire is to impact the community for good and for morality," Garber said. "A Cannabis Dispensary so close to our church could affect our ability to do that."

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