Prepare yourself for an exhilarating experience as the Motor City Roots Festival makes its grand return on Sunday, September 17th, 2023, from 1:00 PM to midnight. This year, the festival is bringing its Haunted Edition to the historic Eloise Asylum in Westland, promising attendees a spine-chilling journey.
The musical lineup is set to ignite the stage with headline acts like JEEZY, Babyface Ray, Antonio Brown, Matashia, and several others. But music is just one of the many attractions. In the spirit of Halloween, a multi-level haunted house promises to send shivers down your spine, promising a heart-pounding experience throughout the festival.
While you catch your breath from the ghostly encounters, indulge in a variety of mouth-watering options from diverse food trucks, or take part in adult games that are sure to entertain. For the sports fans, there's a Detroit Lions tailgating experience awaiting. And let's not forget the highlight of the festival, The Motor City Cup Awards Show. Fans were able to cast their votes for their favorites at: motorcityrootsfest.com
Event Details:
Location: Eloise Asylum, Westland, MI.
Date and Time: Sunday, September 17, 2023, from 1:00 PM to midnight.
Ticket Options:
General Admission includes access to the festival, main stage, food trucks, vendors, and the Lions tailgate experience. (Note: No re-entry once you leave.)
VIP Admission offers expedited entrance, an exclusive haunted house experience, main stage access, a preferred viewing section for concerts and award shows, a swag bag filled with goodies, and a unique Lions tailgate experience. Plus, VIPs have the privilege of re-entry all day.
DJ Line-up: To be announced soon.
The festival is proudly sponsored by Herbolgy, The Flower Bowl, and King Of Budz. Show your support and make your memories using the official hashtag: #MotorCityRootsFestival
Bazonzoes Provisioning Centers across Michigan are set to mark their thirteenth year of operation on September 17th, 2023, from 9am to 9pm.
The commemoration will take place at their retail locations in Walled Lake on East West Maple Road, South Lansing on American Road, and North Lansing on Willow Street. Attendees can anticipate a range of activities including discounts, games, raffles, and the opportunity to interact with representatives from prominent Michigan cannabis brands.
Erin McCann-Sabo, Director of Experiences, reflected, "Thirteen years of service to our communities is a milestone we cherish. To us, it's more than just an anniversary; it symbolizes the inception of our provisioning centers and the broader access to medicine in Oakland County."
Initially, Bazonzoes opened its doors in Walled Lake, MI in 2010 as part of the Michigan Medical Marijuana Program (MMMP). However, following a series of legal challenges in 2017, the establishment made the decision to temporarily close and subsequently reopen in accordance with the new Cannabis Regulatory Agency guidelines. This transition led to the addition of three retail facilities and a growth in cannabis cultivation and processing for Bazonzoes.
During the event, there will be offers of 30% off in-store, complimentary gifts with purchases, and various games. Several brands such as Cookies, Jeeter, Freight Train, and others are slated to present exclusive deals or raffles.
At specific locations, guests can expect additional entertainment: Walled Lake will feature AJ the DJ from Sabo Sound and a free photo booth, Willow Street will host Jeff the Magician with a unique telepathy and magic show, while the American Road venue is set to showcase Super Jay.
Founded in 2010, Bazonzoes holds the distinction of being among the early medical provisioning centers in Oakland County, MI. Their journey has seen them secure licensing for both medical and recreational provisioning centers in Lansing, MI and Walled Lake, MI, with their cultivation and processing facility inaugurated in 2022.
Bazonzoes aims to deliver top-tier products, care, and service to the cannabis community and its wider audience. For more information on Bazonzoes, please refer to: www.bazonzoesmi.com
Back in 2018, the atmosphere was palpable with excitement as Michigan took a bold step forward, becoming the tenth U.S. state to embrace the legalization of recreational marijuana. This wasn't just a victory for the advocates of cannabis decriminalization; it signaled the genesis of a booming cannabis tourism industry.
Coupling Michigan's already famed landscapes — think of the pristine shores of the Great Lakes or the vast stretches of dense woodland — with its newly liberalized cannabis regulations has crafted a unique selling point for the state. Tourists, not just from the neighboring states but from across the nation, now flock to Michigan. They come lured not only by its natural beauty but also by the allure of legally experiencing a diversified range of cannabis products.
But as Spider-Man's Uncle Ben once said, "With great power comes great responsibility." The freedom to enjoy cannabis in Michigan also necessitates a thorough understanding of its governing laws. For the enthusiastic traveler keen on experiencing Michigan's green attractions, this guide aims to be your compass.
Former Michigan House Speaker Rick Johnson is under fire after federal court filings on Thursday revealed he accepted bribes during his tenure as chair of the now-defunct Michigan Medical Marijuana Licensing Board. These bribes allegedly included cash, private jet flights, and commercial sexual encounters with an individual from the adult entertainment industry.
Johnson, alongside John Dalaly, Brian Pierce, and Vincent Brown, pleaded guilty to federal corruption charges concerning this bribery scheme. Johnson is said to have used his position to give unfair advantages to those offering bribes, such as a favorable stance on license applications and insider information about the Board's proceedings.
The prosecutors recommend Johnson serve at least 71 months in prison with a fine equal to the bribe amount, $110,200. The maximum potential sentence for Johnson is 10 years imprisonment and a $250,000 fine.
During Dalaly's recent sentencing, his attorney emphasized Dalaly's non-involvement with the provision of the sex worker to Johnson. "I wanted to clarify that Mr. Dalaly had no connection with the involvement of a sex worker with Mr. Johnson," stated Raymond Cassar, Dalaly's attorney. Cassar's remarks suggest some had been speculating about Dalaly's involvement.
The prosecutors described the trio's secretive operations, noting that Johnson carried two phones to elude investigators and was cryptically referred to as "Batman" or "our friend". Such behavior, combined with Johnson's interactions with the sex worker, prompted prosecutors to label Johnson's actions as "utterly disgraceful".
The memorandum also mentioned a $2,000 payment by Pierce to the individual who had relations with Johnson. Prostitution, the exchange of money for sexual acts, is illegal both federally and in Michigan. However, Pierce faces no charges related to prostitution due to his plea agreement.
In April, Johnson admitted guilt and committed to full cooperation with federal investigations. His sentencing is slated for September 28th. Part of the unveiled scheme includes Dalaly's $4,000 monthly payments masked as "consulting fees" to Johnson's wife, Janice. Despite these revelations, Janice Johnson remains uncharged, as per Rick Johnson's plea agreement.
Mark Totten, the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan, hinted that the investigation remains ongoing, with potential additional charges.
In a recent federal case, a Detroit businessman, John Dalaly, was sentenced to 28 months in prison for bribing the former head of Michigan's marijuana licensing board.
Dalaly, 71, admitted to offering Rick Johnson, the board's chairman, at least $68,200 in cash and other incentives, including two private flights to Canada. Johnson played a pivotal role on the marijuana board, overseeing the review and approval of applications to cultivate and distribute medical marijuana. He held this position for two years until the board was dissolved in 2019.
Notably, Dalaly was an investor in a company that was in the process of securing a license from the board. As part of his strategy to gain an advantage, he made payments over several months to Johnson's wife, purportedly for assistance with the licensing application.
U.S. District Judge Jane Beckering was responsible for handing down Dalaly's sentence.
HEF Finance, a financial institution with a focus on various sectors, including cannabis, has brokered a $7 million loan for the acquisition of three cannabis dispensaries in Michigan. The transaction is notable for its size, especially given the challenges many cannabis businesses face in securing traditional bank financing.
Over the past years, HEF Finance has facilitated various loans within the cannabis sector, adapting financial solutions to the nuances of regulatory requirements.
Kirk Gill of HEF Finance, a division of Honor Enterprise Funding LLC, stated, "This loan underlines our capability in the sector. We're familiar with the financial landscape cannabis businesses operate within."
While the cannabis industry often encounters difficulties in procuring loans from mainstream banks, this transaction showcases HEF Finance's role in this specialized area of lending.
The acquisition comes at a time when Michigan's cannabis market is showing signs of growth. Such transactions have potential implications for business development, job creation, and the broader Michigan cannabis industry landscape.
HEF Finance operates in the specialty finance sector, catering to various industries including cannabis. They have experience in cannabis loan underwriting and are familiar with the challenges facing businesses in this industry in the U.S.
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