Update On Frac Sand Industry, How Marijuana Affects The Brain

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a worker holds a marijuana plant leaf
In this Sept. 25, 2018 photo, a worker holds a marijuana plant leaf in a massive tomato greenhouse being renovated to grow pot in Delta, British Columbia, that is operated by Pure Sunfarms, a joint venture between tomato grower Village Farms International, and a licensed medical marijuana producer, Emerald Health Therapeutics. Ted S. Warren/AP Photo

Several frac sand mining companies have closed or scaled back operations this year. A reporter joins the program for a closer look at challenges facing the industry in Wisconsin. Then, a research explains what studies say about how marijuana affects the brain.

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  • Looking At the Frac Sand Industry After Shutdown Of Trempealeau County Mine

    Frac sand mining company Hi-Crush is halting production at its facility in Whitehall, resulting in the layoffs of more than 30 workers. Additionally, other companies have closed mines in 2019 amid concerns over profitability. A WPR reporter joins us with an in-depth look at the state of the frac sand industry in Wisconsin.

  • How Marijuana Affects Brain Development

    Nearly a dozen states have legalized recreational marijuana for people 21 and over. Brain development continues well into our 20s and even into our 30s. An expert shares research on how marijuana affects brain development in adolescence and beyond.

Episode Credits

  • Kealey Bultena Host
  • Chris Malina Producer
  • Colleen Leahy Producer
  • Lee Rayburn Technical Director
  • Rich Kremer Guest
  • Staci Gruber Guest

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