FORSYTH, Ill. (WAND) — The long-awaited Forsyth cannabis dispensary, Bud & Rita's, which was approved in January , is getting ready to open next week.

Bud & Rita's General Manager Nicole Trueblood said they are eager to open their doors to the public and engage with the community.

"If you have no knowledge of cannabis, we're going to walk you through it. And if you've got years of experience, we're going to help you find something new and discover something new," Trueblood said.

The Village of Forsyth has estimated the first year of tax revenue from Bud & Rita's to be $500,000, which they will devote to new projects in the community. In addition to bringing more business to the community, the dispensary is also partnering with local businesses to mutually benefit.

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