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As another Cannabis retailer tries to save itself, is the industry going up in smoke? Image Cannabis NewsAugust 30, 2024 Tokyo Smoke shutters 29 stores, seeks credit protection in latest cannabis shakeup. Got a light? Canada's weed industry could probably use it. Tokyo Smoke is the latest Canadian cannabis retailer to close some of its locations an

Loophole Could Make Recreational Marijuana Available in Louisiana Image Cannabis NewsAugust 30, 2024 Legal Loophole: How Louisiana's Tribal Lands Might Pave the Way for Recreational Marijuana. Marijuana is available by prescription only in the state of Louisiana. In order to obtain a prescription a patient would need to visit with a qualified physi

How Colorado and Washington Nailed Cannabis Regulation – Can Other States Keep Up? Image Cannabis NewsAugust 30, 2024 When cannabis is rescheduled, states can look to Colorado and Washington for ideas on how to regulate it. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration has made moves to reclassify marijuana, making it a type of legal but regulated medic

Hemp farm plans Cannabis education event at KSU Tuscarawas Image Cannabis NewsAugust 29, 2024 Discussion on Cannabis Legalization and Community Impact Hosted at Kent State Tuscarawas. Modern Remedies, a Uhrichsville hemp farm, in collaboration with Empower Tuscarawas and Ohio Guidestone, will present a discussion Aug. 30, at Kent State University a

Police arrests California man transporting more than 100 pounds of illegal Marijuana on I-40 Image Cannabis NewsAugust 29, 2024 California Man Arrested in Arkansas with Over 100 Pounds of Illegal Marijuana. The Arkansas State Police (ASP) arrested a California Man on Wednesday, August 21 around 4:40 p.m. while traveling eastbound on Interstate 40 a

Cannabis retailer Tokyo Smoke to close 29 stores amid creditor protection proceedings Image Cannabis NewsAugust 29, 2024 The closures are part of a restructuring the brand is carrying out. Cannabis retailer Tokyo Smoke says it will be shuttering 29 of its stores as it seeks creditor protection. George Smitherman, President and CEO of Cannabis Counc

The Paradox of Legal Weed: How Accessibility Has Made Marijuana Harder to Enjoy Image Cannabis NewsAugust 29, 2024 As weed has become easier to obtain, it has become harder to smoke. Astrange thing has happened on the path to marijuana legalization. Users across all ages and experience levels are noticing that a drug they once turned to for fun and

New York Hemp Retails Allege ‘Unjust Treatment’ in Fresh Lawsuit as State Crackdown Hammers Illicit Market Image Cannabis NewsAugust 29, 2024 New York Cannabis Enforcement Sparks Lawsuit from Hemp Retailers. New York’s Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) has had yet another lawsuit filed against them as the city’s attempted crackdown on illicit can

Money from Hemp industry flowed into Florida GOP coffers after veto, frantic group chat effort Image Cannabis NewsAugust 29, 2024 Hemp Industry Raises $1,7 M for Florida GOP After DeSantis' Veto of Anti-Hemp Bill. The Republican Party of Florida is at least $1.7 million dollars richer thanks to a frantic fundraising effort from hemp companies days

Medical Marijuana is on the ballot in counties and cities across Kentucky Image Cannabis NewsAugust 29, 2024 Kentucky Voters to Decide Fate of Medical Cannabis Operations in November Referendums. Voters in dozens of cities and counties across Kentucky will vote in November on whether to allow medical cannabis businesses to operate there. Kentucky’s

Denver report finds Marijuana legalization did not impact crime Image Cannabis NewsAugust 29, 2024 Denver's Marijuana Revenue Drops to $48,1 Million as Industry Faces Challenges. The new city of Denver licensing bulletin said marijuana revenue from taxes and licensing fees was $48.1 million in 2023, a decrease from the peak of $72.6 million in 2021

NFL Relaxes Cannabis Policy: What This Means for Athletes and Their Recovery Regimens Image Cannabis NewsAugust 29, 2024 The Evolution of the NFL’s Cannabis Policy. For decades, the NFL maintained a strict stance against cannabis use, with players facing fines, suspensions, and even bans for testing positive for the substance. The league’s policy r

County passes ordinance prohibiting Medical Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsAugust 28, 2024 The Harlan County Fiscal Court opted not to allow medical cannabis operations within Harlan County during the court’s August meeting. Cities within Harlan County are still able to make their own decisions whether to allow medical cannabis businesses to operate w

Newark tightly limits where Marijuana dispensaries can open within the city Image Cannabis NewsAugust 28, 2024 Newark City Council on Monday opened the door for marijuana dispensaries to open here, but only in tiny slivers of the city. Standalone dispensaries will be allowed only near the intersection of Ogletown Road and Marrows Road. This area in

Cannabis packaging could get more colorful and more informative Image Cannabis NewsAugust 28, 2024 Rhode Island Cannabis Commission Considers Packaging Regulation Changes to Improve Consumer Experience and Safety. Drive along the highway and you’ll see plenty of big, attention-grabbing billboards with bright colors advertising Rhode Island’s few li

Drive-thru Cannabis dispensary opens near I-384 in Manchester Image Cannabis NewsAugust 28, 2024 Manchester Welcomes Third Hybrid Cannabis Dispensary with Drive-Thru Convenience. A third hybrid cannabis dispensary has opened its doors in Manchester, with a unique location along an interstate and a rare drive-thru window. Florida-based Ayr Wellness

Woman accused of running 2 illegal Marijuana grow houses in Maine Image Cannabis NewsAugust 28, 2024 A woman accused of running two illegal marijuana grow facilities in Maine is now facing federal drug charges. Jiamin Liao, 29, is charged in connection with a grow house in Madison and another in Norridgewock, according to court records. Police say

Cannabis Rescheduling Before the Election? Cannabiz Supply CEO Urges Caution Image Cannabis NewsAugust 28, 2024 Cannabis Deregulation Before The Election? Cannabiz Supply CEO Says, 'Don't Count On It'. As the Biden-Harris administration urges the DEA to make a decision on cannabis rescheduling before the upcoming election, questions about timing an