A Long-Awaited Relief for Thousands of Georgians
Georgia is now home to Trulieve dispensaries in Marietta and Macon, as the state finally enables over 27,000 registered patients to access low-THC oil for medical purposes. For many who have been waiting nearly a decade for legal access to medical cannabis, this moment marks a significant turning point in their treatment journey.
Dispensary Experience and Product Offerings
Upon entering the sleek and modern Trulieve dispensaries, customers are greeted with a welcoming atmosphere that combines the sophistication of a jewelry store with the approachability of a Gen Z-friendly wealth management firm. Tinctures ($40-$60), capsules ($40), and topical ointments ($30) are available in indica, sativa, and hybrid varieties, with THC content limited to 5% as mandated by Georgia law.
Patients Share Their Stories
For Jim and Lisa Wages, whose daughter Sydney lives with epilepsy, the opening of Trulieve dispensaries marks a major milestone. No longer having to rely on clandestine parking lot exchanges, they liken their newfound access to “hitting the lottery.” Similarly, Ken Moore, who uses low-THC oil for back and knee pain management, is grateful that his days of driving to Cherokee, North Carolina, are over.
Future Growth and Expansion
Andrew Turnage, executive director of the state commission regulating medical cannabis, predicts that the number of registered patients in Georgia will eventually reach 100,000. Trulieve is already planning to open additional dispensaries in Columbus, Newnan, and Pooler, while Botanical Sciences, the second company awarded a license, is set to open a dispensary near Windy Hill Road and I-75.
