Dharma-Green Thumb merger credited for RISE-Salem opening Ian Price July 30, 2021 1 min read Jack Page center holding large scissors The medical marijuana provider for our region of Virginia credits a merger for their company opening the first retail-only facility in Salem before providers in other regions could open theirs. WFIR’s Ian Price has details: About the Author Ian Price Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: Retiring Greenways Coordinator Liz Belcher is honoredNext: AAA: Delayed passport renewals are spoiling travel plans and budgets Related Stories 1 min read Virginia Tech fires head football coach Brent Pry Ian Price September 14, 2025 1 min read Blue Ridge Land Conservancy to host 2025 Conservation Celebration on September 21 Web Staff September 12, 2025 1 min read The need for more housing … and the preservation of structures that have historical value. Can those two viewpoints co-exist? Gene Marrano September 11, 2025