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Cannabis Business Withdraws Application for Dispensary in East Grand Forks

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What happened

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A cannabis business that was approved to open a shop in East Grand Forks has withdrawn its application. The company, Red Iris LLC, was working with Chicago Atlantic, which announced the termination of the purchasing agreement for the location. Red Iris and its partner, Skol MN LLC, had received preliminary registration approval in August 2025 through a lottery selection process. The city originally created its cannabis ordinance to allow only two dispensaries.

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The withdrawal of Red Iris LLC was one of two businesses selected as potential options for a new location. The city council is now facing the task of reviewing the viability of the current dispensary ordinance. This review follows the withdrawal of the initial approved business.

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Who's involved

  • East Grand ForksCity where the business application was made
  • Brian LarsonCouncil President involved in the review of the ordinance
  • city councilLegislative body governing the city and reviewing the ordinance

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  1. A business in East Grand Forks terminated its plans for a dispensary location, following initial progress allowed by the city.Sub-event
  2. Council President discusses dispensary regulation with committee in East Grand Forks.1 source

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