Ohio and Kentucky are making significant strides in their cannabis industries. In Ohio, several dispensaries, including The Forest in Springfield, are on the brink of receiving dual-use licenses to sell recreational marijuana, pending final state approvals. Meanwhile, Kentucky's medical marijuana program is accelerating, with applications for business licenses and medical certifications beginning on July 1, six months ahead of schedule, aiming for product availability by January 2025. These developments reflect a broader trend of increasing legalization and regulation of cannabis across multiple states, emphasizing the economic potential and public demand for both medical and recreational marijuana.