06/17/2026
I have a gotten a lot of questions today about the “for sale” signs in front of the shop. I would like to clear a few things up and share some news with you guys.
Yes, I have decided to sell the property at 105 Columbia Ave and the adjacent lot at 115 E Front St. This obviously presents questions about the future of the store.
I have ran this business for almost 12 years and have poured my entire life into it. I have received numerous accolades and tightly woven myself into the fabric of this community through the all the work I have done in this community. I am immensely proud of the work I have done, the accomplishments I have made, and the recognition I have gained.
With the current climate of my industry, from everything pertaining to regulations to competition, I have spent tons of time thinking. The H**p industry is on the verge of collapse if things don’t change. The v**e industry has practically already collapsed. A majority of the products in stores like mine are not supposed to be sold. I have complied time and time again with different regulatory agencies which has resulted in a massive hit to my business.
I sit and watch all these new regulations passed in recent years go unenforced while I comply and I have come to the conclusion that I feel I can no longer provide the services most people look for without compromising my morals, or even worse, the law. It is unfortunate but in the world of unsavory business practices, I cannot compete.
I suspect it will take a lengthy amount of time to potentially get these properties sold so in the meantime the shop will 100% remain open and unchanged. If the time comes to sell, I will entertain the idea of staying in the same location for x amount of time while the transfer takes place and possibly remain open after the sale depending on the property buyer and their potential plans. If the universe decides that is not in the cards then I believe that will also be the sign for the shop to say goodbye.
I have had a tremendous run in these 12 years. This business has provided for me in a way I never thought possible. I have seen things, done things, and been places people twice my senior have not done. I met my wife in this shop. All thanks to the loyalty and support of my customers and community.
As the first alternative store in this town, I have fought, cried, and persevered to get to this point just to come second to to places that actively poison our community and our youth and I have grown tired. I firmly believe this is the best option for my family both financially and emotionally. Thank you all and I will keep you informed.