Las Vegas’ housing market is “on fire” despite the coronavirus pandemic’s devastating effect on the economy, as sales totals surged and prices hit another all-time high last month. (Michael Quine/Las Vegas Review-Journal)
Nevada’s first month of recreational pot sales raked in nearly twice as much money as other states. Nevada dispensaries made more than $27 million. Colorado and Oregon each sold about $14 million in marijuana during their respective first months of sales. “We came out of the gate like a shotgun.” Matt Morgan, CEO of Reef Dispensaries. Nevada’s first month of sales generated $3.6 million in taxes.