Policy

A prominent Des Moines hemp retailer ‘knowingly’ broke the law, Iowa says

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Iowa officials have suspended sales at a popular hemp retailer in Des Moines, Dispensary, and stopped the business’ second location from opening in Ingersoll. The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services suspended Despenser’s license for 30 days, barring the business from selling any edible hemp products on Fourth Avenue in downtown Des Moines. The … Read more

Investors and senators see an opportunity in the Florida insurance crisis

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TALLAHASSEE – When Floridians shop for homeowners insurance policies next year, they may find several new companies offering coverage. Including one company backed by a state senator. Investors see opportunity in Florida’s depressed insurance market, lured by new laws that make it harder to sue insurance companies and raise premiums in the country. Current and … Read more