West Orange has moved closer to having its first recreational marijuana business after the New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory Commission approved the application of Pure Natural Vibes.
Darnnelle and Nordia Gibbs, both long-time residents of the City of Orange, own the business that is transforming a former doctor’s office at 470 Prospect Ave. into a retail operation.
Nordia Gibbs said she and her husband navigated the complex cannabis application process independently, achieving significant milestones along the way. She is the chief executive officer of the company she co-owns with her husband who is an Army veteran currently serving in the Air Force and working as an Essex County Sheriff’s officer.
Nordia Gibbs said she hopes to be open within 90 days. “Defintely Q4,” she said.