legalization

Recreational marijuana is legal in Michigan, Illinois and now Ohio. Kentucky has medical exceptions for its use. But Indiana remains an Island of prohibition.

This year, the Commerce and Economic Development Study Committee will consider the issue. House Speaker Todd Huston (R-Fishers) said the focus will be on employment issues and teen use.

Hoosiers are crossing into Michigan and Illinois to purchase their THC products. Food banks are doing what they can to serve rural families. And an exhibit of artwork part of the Prison Arts Initiative project.

For Hoosiers such as Elkhart resident Nathan Cray, buying legal marijuana in Michigan is as easy as visiting the coffee shop.