“We’re just moving down the road a bit,” he said, saying there’s no definite destination but he plans to relocate the business out of state. Wright has licenses in six states, he said.

From May 2023 to December 20, 2024, Alabama DHR replaced $15.9 million of SNAP benefits due to EBT fraud. From October to December 20, 2024, over 26,000 reimbursements were approved for $10.5 million.

From May 2023 to Dec. 20, 2024, Alabama DHR replaced $15.9 million of SNAP benefits due to EBT fraud. From October to December 2024, over 26,000 reimbursements were approved for $10.5 million.

"I'm epileptic," Kirby said. "It helps me out, and it keeps me from having a seizure." Kirby says driving to Florida for hemp will now be part of his routine. Likely, he won't be the only one.