It has been high times indeed for marijuana supporters in Michigan. Just more than a year since voters approved the legalization of adult use recreational marijuana, the state witnessed the first retail shops open this month to long lines and ringing cash registers. State officials expect the new industry to amass nearly $400 million in sales by September. That impressive number is expected to more than triple by 2021. Here's a look at the year that was in pot, and what we can expect in the near future. MORE ►Complete coverage of recreational marijuana
The first of the year traditionally is a good time to turn our undivided sports attention to the hardcourt. However, we say why wait? Get a jump start on learning which are the teams to watch as we barrel toward the glory that is March madness. (Which, by the way, is the second most wonderful time of the year.) The season is still young so there's been plenty of movement in the boys rankings. On the girls side, though, the status quo held serve. (Who doesn't like mixed sports metaphors?) MORE ►Boys top 25 rankings ►Girls top 25 rankings ►Complete high school sports coverage