Hemp Industry in Flux Amid New Rules

Asheville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 28, 2026 · 1m

Buncombe County’s hemp industry braces for a major overhaul as new federal THC limits threaten to shutter operations, force layoffs, and stall growth—while local leaders warn property taxes may rise to cover mounting costs. Amid the economic uncertainty, community life continues: a towering 22-foot sculpture honors Randy Shull’s father, local musicians Kevin Spears and Will Boyd perform at the Peace Gardens, and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Association kicks off a week-long celebration marking the end of slavery. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise…