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The Clarksville City Council has adopted a resolution that supports the decriminalization of simple possession, or casual exchange, of marijuana for personal use. The resolution also supports access to, and use of, medical marijuana. The final vote on Thursday, Dec. 2, which included three amendments altering it from the original document presented
Cannabis dispensaries may now explore the possibility of establishing a location in Enfield following the repeal of the previous ordinance. After a 2-hour public hearing in which dozens of residents spoke both in favor of and against the possibility of a marijuana dispensary in town, the Enfield Town Council voted to repeal a September ordinance wh
With no marijuana playbook for lighting up legally, towns like Saugerties, Rhinebeck and others forge their own paths into an unknown, burgeoning industry When New York State legalized marijuana last spring, discussions kicked into high gear as to which towns, villages and cities would cater to cannabis buyers and businesses. Who’s opting in? Who’s
It is easy to assume marijuana cultivation began in fairly modern times. Cannabis, in all its forms, is more prevalent and accessible than ever before in the U.S. Still, it often seems that many are unaware of weed’s story, with some thinking the plant had no relevant history before the 1900s. As cannabis becomes more prevalent, perhaps it’s time t
Cresco Labs Announces Opening of 44th Dispensary in Pensacola, FL Cresco Labs (CSE:CL) (OTCQX:CRLBF) (“Cresco Labs” or “the Company”), a vertically integrated multistate operator and the number one U.S. wholesaler of branded cannabis products, announced today the opening of a new Sunnyside dispensary located at 3900 N 9th Ave. in Pensacola, FL. Sun
With December upon us and hemp harvest season coming to a close, the cannabis industry is facing a sobering bust following the great CBD boom. The November 2021 Hemp Benchmarks Report contains results from an analysis of financial findings from publicly traded CBD companies, which reflect a stagnant 2021 market. However, hemp-derived THC (Delta-8)
State analysis of medical cannabis for anxiety and panic disorders leads health commissioner to conclude that the risks outweigh benefits. Anxiety disorders won't be added next year to qualifying conditions for medical cannabis in Minnesota. State Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm found too little evidence of benefits of medical cannabis use when co
Getting roughly eight hours of sleep is crucial for most of us to avoid feeling like a zombie at work the next day. While some people use caffeine to keep alert during the day, others have turned to cannabis as a sleep aid. Now, a large-scale study on the effects of cannabis on sleep duration and quality has called into question the drug's reputati
Cannabis has become an unlikely source of relief for many suffering from PMS. Here are some products that could ease the discomfort. Periods affect women in unpredictable ways. While some may feel a general sense of grumpiness and discomfort, a significant group of women experience rough menstrual periods, where they are faced with crippling pain a
As the world focus falls on COP26 and the urgent need to take drastic action to decrease our collective carbon footprint, the hemp building industry is poised to take a leading role. The building industry accounts for 40% of the world's carbon footprint. High performance sustainable building materials are needed to continue growing as a society wi
West Virginia residents with qualifying medical conditions will have an opportunity Dec. 7 in Mercer County to sign up for access to medical cannabis products that will be sold by a company planning to open dispensaries in southern West Virginia. The West Virginia Office of Medical Cannabis (OMC) will host a public sign up event for medical cannabi
Gilbert Anthony Milam Jr., better known as Berner, is a legend in the music industry. He’s had songs make Billboard lists and has worked with artists such as Wiz Khalifa, A$AP Rocky, and Cypress Hill. Berner was known for his fondness of cannabis throughout the years, and his name was synonymous with the plant. Using his fame and passion for cannab
And the IRS is chomping at the bit. When Colorado Congressman Ed Perlmutter of the House Financial Services Committee asked Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Wednesday if she agreed that giving cannabis companies access to US banks would facilitate tax collection by the IRS, she replied “Yes, of course it would.” No one doubts that the IRS would
There are numerous stoner-approved products on the market that could make a bigger impression than ever expected. With holiday season fast approaching, it’s fair for people to wonder what gifts would make perfect surprises for the cannabis enthusiast in their lives. There are numerous stoner-approved products on the market that could make a bigger
When Bluegrass Farmaceuticals went looking for a business partner for the products it now makes in Miamisburg, the company found a big one in three-time Grammy-winning musician Nelly. A family-, women- and minority-owned company, Bluegrass secured a meeting with the entertainer, entrepreneur and philanthropist in 2019 and pitched him its line of CB
Connecticut approved an increased limit of mold and yeast allowed in medical marijuana at one of the state’s two cannabis testing labs through private emails last year, documents show. At the request of AltaSci Labs, the state Department of Consumer Protection agreed to raise the total passing level of yeast and mold from 10,000 colony forming unit
New Mexico will provide business loans of up to $250,00 toward small-scale cannabis businesses in an effort to provide economic opportunity to communities that were hit hard by past criminal enforcement of marijuana laws. The Regulation and Licensing Department on Thursday announced that the loan program is moving forward, after a legislative panel
Now, the next time you’re in the middle of a smoke session with friends and the munchies hit, you can offer an explanation behind why it’s happening. Having access to your favorite meals or snacks is essential to any successful session. Most people are familiar with the concept of getting the munchies after consuming marijuana, but why they occur