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Ex-Detroit Lion Calvin Johnson gets pre-approval for medical marijuana business

Some things you need to know about legalized recreational marijuana in Michigan. Mike Thompson, Detroit Free Press

The second time was the charm for former Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson to get preliminary approval for a Michigan medical marijuana license for a dispensary.

Johnson, along with his wife Brittney, were approved for prequalification status on a 4-0 vote Thursday. The location for the dispensary hasn't been determined yet.

Johnson and business partner, Robert Sims, were denied licenses in December for a medical marijuana dispensary, grow operation and processing facility in Webberville.