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: Share: Post navigation 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 hires James Franklin to be next Head Football Coach Clark Palmer November 17, 2025 1 min read Adult cannabis retail system set to move from studies to implementation Ian Price November 17, 2025 1 min read Veteran Ken Mitchell announces campaign for 6th District Democratic nomination Clark Palmer November 17, 2025