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After long delays, new Cannabis businesses are opening in Illinois with a vow to help others along the way Image Cannabis NewsAugust 7, 2023 Five years after starting the process, Dan Pettigrew finally has opened his first cannabis store in Illinois. Pettigrew is the co-founder of Viola CHI with former NBA star Al Harrington, following years of ope
Growing acceptance of Cannabis use seen among older adults Image Cannabis NewsAugust 7, 2023 Seniors say marijuana provides pain relief, other benefits. A growing number of older people in Michigan are seeing the benefits of cannabis use to address the aches and pains that come with age. “We have a ton of seniors who come in here,” said Jerry Mille
New Jersey Officer reinstated after being fired for positive Cannabis drug test Image Cannabis NewsAugust 7, 2023 One New Jersey Officer recently won a court case that reinstated him in his job and entitles him to back pay. A police officer in Jersey City, New Jersey was fired for testing positive for THC in a drug test. Last week, that officer was
Dispensary’s Cannabis drive-thru proposal goes up in Smoke Image Cannabis NewsAugust 7, 2023 The Scottsdale City Council allows businesses to provide drive-thrus for pharmacies, alcohol, and tobacco… But they just voted against a drive-thru for cannabis. The drive-thru proposed by Harvest of Scottsdale dispensary went up in smoke at a city Planning
Cannabis e-commerce platform will launch Monday Image Cannabis NewsAugust 7, 2023 Canterra will allow Western New Yorkers to order cannabis products online to be delivered to their homes. For Western New Yorkers on Monday, ordering cannabis will be as easy as ordering a pizza for delivery. Canterra, an e-commerce cannabis platform and delivery serv
Connecticut Cannabis company emerges as multistate operator Image Cannabis NewsAugust 7, 2023 Alocally grown cannabis company is expanding its reach as a multistate operator. Hartford-based medical and adult-use cannabis retailer and grower Fine Fettle, which currently operates in Connecticut and Massachusetts, has its sights set on another emergin
The Green Revolution: The economic impact of legalizing Cannabis Image Cannabis NewsAugust 7, 2023 The green revolution brought about by the legalization of cannabis has had far-reaching effects, not just in terms of its vibrant hue, but in its potential to revolutionize economies around the globe. From being deep-rooted in an underground economy,
$60m worth of Cannabis seized after police raid properties in rural Queensland Image Cannabis NewsAugust 4, 2023 Police have seized approximately $60 million worth of cannabis from two properties in rural Queensland. Officers allegedly found 11 greenhouses containing almost 5,000 cannabis plants, along with dried and drying cannabis, at Coonambula,
Florida attorney general targets company in Marijuana ballot fight Image Cannabis NewsAugust 4, 2023 Florida Attorney General exposes misleading tactics in proposed Marijuana amendment, alleging favoritism towards Trulieve. Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody’s office late Wednesday pumped up arguments against a proposed constitutional amendment
Florida attorney general targets company in Marijuana ballot fight Image Cannabis NewsAugust 4, 2023 Florida Attorney General exposes misleading tactics in proposed Marijuana amendment, alleging favoritism towards Trulieve. Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody’s office late Wednesday pumped up arguments against a proposed constitutional amendment
How Michigan's booming Marijuana industry is affecting customers and businesses Image Cannabis NewsAugust 4, 2023 The legalization of recreational marijuana in Michigan has had quite an impact. June was a record month with recreational sales of over $254 million, and medicinal sales close to $7 million. With all that cash flowing, the tax dollars f
How Michigan's booming Marijuana industry is affecting customers and businesses Image Cannabis NewsAugust 4, 2023 The legalization of recreational marijuana in Michigan has had quite an impact. June was a record month with recreational sales of over $254 million, and medicinal sales close to $7 million. With all that cash flowing, the tax dollars f
Suspected Marijuana plants seized but company partner says seizure was unlawful Image Cannabis NewsAugust 4, 2023 The law remains murky over how those interested in growing marijuana can get their hands on a plant. A company in Faribault faced this first-hand. Their plants were seized. Matt Little, a partner for Midwest Extraction Services, express
New regulations for Marijuana alternatives take effect in Kentucky Image Cannabis NewsAugust 4, 2023 New restrictions on the use of legal marijuana alternatives took effect in Kentucky this week, five months after lawmakers approved the legislation. The new law regulates what is in delta-8 cartridges, gummies, and cigarettes. The regulations are a
New regulations for Marijuana alternatives take effect in Kentucky Image Cannabis NewsAugust 4, 2023 New restrictions on the use of legal marijuana alternatives took effect in Kentucky this week, five months after lawmakers approved the legislation. The new law regulates what is in delta-8 cartridges, gummies, and cigarettes. The regulations are a
Alabama Cannabis Commission chair resigns after legal challenge Image Cannabis NewsAugust 4, 2023 The complaint alleged Steven Stokes is ineligible lead the commission while serving on the University of South Alabama Board of Trustees. Dr. Steven Stokes announced Thursday that he will be resigning from the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission after
Alabama Cannabis Commission chair resigns after legal challenge Image Cannabis NewsAugust 4, 2023 The complaint alleged Steven Stokes is ineligible lead the commission while serving on the University of South Alabama Board of Trustees. Dr. Steven Stokes announced Thursday that he will be resigning from the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission after
Tobacco shop illegally selling Marijuana shut down Image Cannabis NewsAugust 4, 2023 Authorities shut down cannabis sales at a tobacco shop on tribal land in northern Minnesota on Wednesday. The White Earth Nation says it is aware of the shutdown conducted by the Paul Bunyan Task Force, White Earth Police Department, and the Mahnomen County Sheriff
