Village Manager Jim Lenner said the outcome was disappointing because without cultivation, it's highly unlikely the community will attract a Marijuana product manufacturer or testing lab.
Pure Ohio Wellness's board of directors includes Larry Pegram Jr., a former motorcycle racer, and Columbus developer Bill Schottenstein.
A group led by Andy Joseph, who runs cannabis oil extraction company Apeks Supercritical out of Johnstown, also did not win a license.
Brian Wright, executive director of the Ohio Cannabis Association, said the denial of top applicants raises concerns about additional delays to patients.
Lawsuits can tie up license awards for months, which could delay Ohio's program past its statutory September 2018 start date .
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