Changes to VA’s medical marijuana program taking effect soon Emma Thomas June 28, 2023 1 minute read While there are no changes to the recreational use of marijuana, Virginia’s medical marijuana program will be facing some major changes starting July 1st. WFIR’s Emma Thomas reports: Share: Post navigation Previous: New extended stay hotel in Roanoke taking advantage of construction boomNext: Galen College of Nursing opens in Roanoke County Related Stories 9th District Democratic candidate Adam Murphy rejects claims made in primary opponent’s blog post Clark Palmer June 30, 2026 Governor Spanberger weighs in after General Assembly accepts her budget amendments Clark Palmer June 30, 2026 Botetourt County unveils historic marker on Catawba Road in remembrance of the “BikeCentennial,” Gene Marrano June 29, 2026