The Arkansas Department of Health has issued 11,739 medical marijuana registry cards to qualified patients and caregivers.

The Arkansas Department of Health has issued 11,739 medical marijuana registry cards to qualified patients and caregivers as of May 9.

The first and second medical marijuana dispensaries are now officially open, both being located in Hot Springs.

The Arkansas Department of Health Office offers help with the application process and according to their website, is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.