Kentucky is on the brink of a historic landmark in healthcare and cannabis access. After legalizing medical marijuana effective January 1, 2025 under Senate Bill 47, the Commonwealth has spent months building a regulated system to serve patients with serious conditions such as cancer, PTSD, chronic pain, and seizures. On Saturday, December 13, 2025, that promise becomes reality when The Post Dispensary in Beaver Dam opens its doors for the first time in an event that’s stirring excitement and hope across the state.
The significance of this day cannot be overstated. Nearly a year after legalization, The Post Dispensary will be the first fully approved and licensed medical cannabis dispensary in Kentucky, offering the first opportunity for patients to legally purchase regulated medical cannabis products. Located at 300 N. Main Street in Beaver Dam, the dispensary is scheduled to welcome patients from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (or while supplies last) during this soft opening.
For patients who have long awaited safe, regulated access to cannabis for therapeutic purposes, this day is the culmination of years of advocacy, planning, and regulatory work. Since Gov. Andy Beshear signed the medical cannabis bill in 2023 and the program became effective this year, the commonwealth has been building a network of licensed cultivators, processors, and dispensaries. The Post Dispensary stands at the forefront of this effort as the first store to actually distribute product grown by Kentucky’s licensed cultivators.
Community anticipation for the opening has been high. Beaver Dam, a small town in Ohio County, will now be etched in state history as the birthplace of Kentucky’s first operational medical cannabis marketplace. News reports note that while supplies may be limited on opening day and could sell out quickly, this milestone heralds what’s expected to be a broader rollout of dispensaries across northern and central Kentucky soon.
Beyond the practical importance for patients, the opening represents a cultural shift in Kentucky. Medical marijuana has been a topic of debate in the legislature and among residents — but now the focus has turned to ensuring patient care, regulatory compliance, and local economic opportunities through jobs and community engagement. The Post has already signaled it will bring staff on board and serve as a local hub of education and care.
For many qualified patients, medical cannabis isn’t just an alternative — it’s a lifeline. Reports across the state indicate thousands have already registered for medical cannabis cards, with numbers in the tens of thousands. The opening of this first dispensary means many of those patients will finally be able to access legal, tested products that may help with chronic conditions, reduce reliance on opioids, and improve quality of life.
As The Post Dispensary prepares to open its doors, the significance of this moment — socially, medically, and economically — is clear. What began as legislative action has now become tangible access for patients in need, marking a new chapter in Kentucky’s medical cannabis journey. Whether you’re a patient, caregiver, or resident watching this milestone unfold, December 13, 2025 will be remembered as a true landmark of cannabis progress in the Commonwealth.
As Kentucky steps into this new era, Stewart’s Passion will be right there with you, keeping everyone updated as The Post Dispensary grows, stocks new products, and reveals what their pricing looks like. We can’t wait to walk through those doors, see what they have available, and share the experience with our community. This moment is bigger than one shop — it’s the start of a new chapter for patients, creators, and local pioneers who have been waiting years for legal access. And trust us… we’re just as excited as you are to see those shelves.
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I missed the opening. I heard the line was long.