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Kratom splits town hall crowd

by JACK DEWITT
Staff Writer | June 14, 2026 1:09 AM

From blue collar to white collar, kratom has seen a massive uptick in use. Its role as a stimulant and a central nervous system depressant creates a wide-ranging demographic of users.  

Grocery stores, gas stations and farmers markets have all begun carrying kratom products, and Kootenai County officials are starting to ask questions. 

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