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BYRAM, MS (November 4, 2024) – River Remedy, Mississippi’s leading vertically integrated medical cannabis company, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Pine Belt Medicinal (Pine Belt), a distinguished dispensary in Hattiesburg dedicated to providing compassionate care and high-quality cannabis products to patients across South Mississippi. This acquisition marks another significant step in River Remedy’s mission to expand patient access and support wellness throughout the state.
Founded by sisters Stacy Goodspeed, a Mississippi Army National Guard veteran, and Amy Robinson, an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse, Pine Belt Medicinal has become a trusted leader in Hattiesburg’s medical cannabis community. With a foundation deeply rooted in patient care, the Pine Belt team shares a commitment to providing natural, plant-based alternatives. Amy, Director of Operations at Pine Belt, has over a decade of nursing experience and is a member of the American Cannabis Nurses Association. Her passion for individualized patient care has been a key element in their success, ensuring that thousands of patients receive essential education and support. Amy will remain as Director of Operations, where she, along with River Remedy, will continue to build on Pine Belt Medicinal’s legacy, serving patients across South Mississippi with compassion and expertise.
“We’re proud to welcome Pine Belt Medicinal to the River Remedy team,” said William Chism, CEO of River Remedy. “Their dedication to patient wellness and quality aligns perfectly with our values, and we’re excited to combine our expertise to bring even greater access and service to Mississippians.”
This acquisition strengthens River Remedy’s footprint in the Mississippi medical cannabis market, uniting both companies' dedication to exceptional patient care and high standards for quality. “Together, we’re poised to enhance our offerings and support patients’ health journeys with a broader range of top
quality cannabis products,” Chism added. “Pine Belt Medicinal’s commitment to patient-focused service is inspiring, and we look forward to building on that strong foundation.”
About River Remedy
River Remedy is a Mississippi-based medical cannabis company dedicated to providing the highest quality plant-based medicine to patients across the state. Operating through a fully integrated business model, River Remedy cultivates carefully selected strains, processes products using cutting-edge techniques, and distributes through a growing network of dispensaries.
For more information on locations and obtaining a medical marijuana card, please visit www.riverremedyms.com.
BYRAM, MS (January 8, 2024) – River Remedy (the “Company”), a leading vertically integrated cannabis company in Mississippi, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Corinth Cannabis (“Corinth”), a premier dispensary and leading provider of medical cannabis in Northeast Mississippi. This acquisition represents a significant step in River Remedy’s commitment to expanding patient access to medical cannabis products across the state.
Established in 2022 by a physician with 25 years of experience in patient care, Corinth Cannabis was founded to offer Mississippians safer, natural alternatives to conventional medications. As a family-owned and operated business, Corinth quickly became a pivotal player in Mississippi's medical cannabis program, recognized as one of the first dispensaries to open under the state’s new medical cannabis program. Corinth’s commitment to providing personalized and natural healthcare solutions aligns seamlessly with River Remedy's ethos.
"We are thrilled to welcome Corinth Cannabis into the River Remedy fold," said William Chism, CEO of River Remedy. "This union is founded on shared commitments to quality care and natural treatment options. Corinth’s reputation for compassionate service and our combined expertise will undoubtedly enhance the care we provide to patients in Mississippi."
This transaction reinforces River Remedy's leadership in Mississippi's medical cannabis market, showcasing the united commitment of both companies to excellence, innovation, and superior patient care.
“Our joint efforts will bolster River Remedy’s market position and enable us to offer an enhanced range of high-quality cannabis products to Mississippians," Chism added. "We are eager to build on Corinth’s legacy and incorporate their expertise into our operations."
About River Remedy
River Remedy is a medical cannabis company dedicated to serving Mississippi patients with the highest quality plant-based medicine. We serve Mississippians through a vertically integrated business model, cultivating carefully selected strains of cannabis, processing with state-of-the-art techniques, and distributing medical cannabis products through a network of dispensaries across the state.
Patients can learn more about where the products are sold and how to obtain a medical marijuana card through the Mississippi Department of Health (MDOH) by visiting the River Remedy website, www.riverremedyms.com.
It’s been 10 months since Mississippians began legally purchasing medical marijuana. How are dispensaries and cultivation facilities adjusting to a developing market and state regulations? There’s only a few growing pains, one CEO says.
February 9, 2023 – River Remedy, Mississippi’s premier boutique cannabis company, is pleased to announce the opening of our first dispensary. The sale of medical cannabis will commence this Friday, February 10th, at noon at 5925 I-55 South Frontage Rd. in Byram. Ongoing business hours will be 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM, Monday through Saturday.
The River Remedy dispensary will be the first in Hinds County and the only one in Mississippi with cultivation, processing and sales of medical cannabis under one roof. The dispensary will offer various craft medical cannabis products for qualified patients.
"River Remedy is thrilled to open our on-site dispensary in Byram to bring access to medical marijuana to patients in Central Mississippi," said River Remedy's CEO, William Chism. "We are committed to the highest quality products and an exceptional customer experience for our patients."
The new dispensary was designed with patient care and safety as top priorities. The team of experts at River Remedy underwent extensive training on all aspects of medicinal marijuana use so that every patient knows exactly what they’re purchasing and can make an informed decision about their health needs.
About River Remedy
River Remedy is dedicated to serving Mississippi patients with the highest quality plant-based medicine. We operate a vertically integrated business model, cultivating carefully selected strains of cannabis, processing with state-of-the-art techniques, and distributing medical cannabis products through a network of dispensaries across the state.
We are headquartered in Byram, Mississippi and our senior management has called central Mississippi home for decades.
Patients can learn more about where the products are sold and how to obtain a medical marijuana card through the Mississippi Department of Health (MSDH) by visiting the River Remedy website, www.riverremedyms.com.
January 25, 2023 – River Remedy, a boutique medical cannabis company located in Byram, Mississippi, shipped the first medical cannabis products to dispensaries across Mississippi this morning. The delivery left the River Remedy facility shortly after 8:30 a.m. for delivery to several dispensaries across the state. This initial shipment from River Remedy is a major milestone for the medical cannabis industry and an important advancement in public health for the state of Mississippi.
“This is an historic day for Mississippians," said CEO of River Remedy, William Chism. "For more than a year, our entire team has worked diligently with other industry stakeholders in anticipation of this day, and we are thrilled to now provide high-quality plant-based medicine to patients suffering from a wide range of serious illnesses.”
The state has identified dozens of medical conditions that may qualify patients for the Mississippi Medical Cannabis Program. Later this week, qualifying patients who have obtained a Medical Cannabis Registration Card may now visit one of River Remedy's dispensary partners and purchase medical cannabis products cultivated and manufactured at River Remedy’s headquarters in Byram. River Remedy produces a variety of products available across the flower, edibles and vaporizer categories, all specially crafted to offer qualifying patients relief.
About River Remedy
River Remedy serves Mississippians through its vertically integrated operations, cultivating carefully selected strains of cannabis, processing with state-of-the-art techniques and distributing medical cannabis products through a network of dispensaries across the state. Patients can learn more about where the products are sold and how to obtain a medical marijuana card through the Mississippi Department of Health (MSDH) by visiting the River Remedy website, www.riverremedyms.com.
