The Next 4 States Most Likely to Legalize Marijuana
Some say that the marijuana industry has been unstoppable in 2016. Nine states had marijuana initiatives on their ballots this November, and eight of those initiatives passed (Arizona was only state to not pass a marijuana initiative). Of them, four states legalized recreational marijuana and another four legalized medical marijuana. 28 states now have legal […]
Hemp CBD vs Marijuana CBD: What’s the Difference?
Thinking about using hemp CBD oil as a substitute for marijuana CBD? Before making your purchase, it’s important to know that not all CBD varieties are created equal. The key difference lies in the sources of the medicine. While marijuana – or more clearly the THC and resin content – is still banned in many […]
Testing company being reviewed; PharmLabs Hawaii applies to be state-certified lab for medical …
Hawaii’s soon-to-open medical marijuana dispensaries could have at least one place to send cannabis for testing. The state Department of Health is reviewing an application from PharmLabs Hawaii LLC, an expansion of a San Diego-based marijuana laboratory testing company called PharmLabs LLC. Hawaii law requires dispensaries to have a “statistically representative sample” of any marijuana […]
How to Pull Off a B2B Rebrand of your Cannabis Company While Growing Sales
Launching a new brand is much different than developing a brand—one is strategic and one is tactical. You have to make sure you have a brand that is truly reflective of the cannabis business you are in. Having said that, most people have not revamped their branding in too long. A brand refresh should start […]
How to Pass a Drug Test Fast
With medical marijuana legal in over half the United States, and three other states that just voted yes to legalizing recreational marijuana usage, millions of people each year have to pass a drug test fast. 2014 studies show that marijuana is the #1 illicit drug choice and the number of adults who smoke marijuana has doubled […]
Medical vs. Recreational Cannabis Sales: Transition in Oregon
Many cannabis industry professionals are a little frazzled by the transition and recent rules rolling out as part of Measure 91. In fact, my friend and colleague Joshua Jardine just explained one of the biggest hurdles the industry is facing in an article he posted last week. Randa Shahin, owner/operator at Homegrown Apothecary in Portland, cited some […]
NYSE Becomes First Major Exchange To List Cannabis Company With Acceptance Of REIT IPO
The race to be the first cannabis company to list on one of the major stock exchanges is over. The New York Stock Exchange has approved the initial public offering of Innovative Industrial Properties, a real estate investment trust that plans to invest in medical marijuana properties. Since marijuana is still federally illegal, the New […]
How California Lab Testing Could Change the Way We Talk About Cannabis
If you buy legal medical cannabis in Los Angeles today, you’re lucky to find a reliable THC reading for most products on the menu. You’re even less likely to see information about levels of cannabinoids such as CBD, CBG, or CBN. Nor would you see much about terpenes, despite their increasing importance to patients and […]
US: Editorial: Race And Marijuana Arrests
URL: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v16/n681/a07.htmlNewshawk: JimVotes: 0Pubdate: Fri, 25 Nov 2016Source: New York Times (NY)Copyright: 2016 The New York Times CompanyWebsite: http://www.nytimes.com/Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/298 RACE AND MARIJUANA ARRESTS Mayor Bill de Blasio, who took office in 2014, has made some progress in cutting back on the unfair and sometimes illegal police practices under which thousands of New Yorkers are […]
US WA: Cannabis And Conservation
URL: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v16/n681/a08.htmlNewshawk: JimVotes: 0Pubdate: Fri, 25 Nov 2016Source: New York Times (NY)Copyright: 2016 The New York Times CompanyWebsite: http://www.nytimes.com/Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/298Author: Diane Cardwell CANNABIS AND CONSERVATION TUMWATER, Wash. – Behind the covered windows of a nondescript two-story building near the Olympia Regional Airport, hundreds of marijuana plants were flowering recently in the purple haze of 40 […]
The Leafly 2016 Holiday Gift Guide
Not sure what to buy your cannabis-friendly loved ones this holiday season? Fear not, stressful shopper! Leafly’s 2016 Holiday Gift Guide is here to help you purchase the perfect product for your gift recipient (and maybe for yourself, too!). Whether you’re looking for top-of-the-line vaporizers, sleek bongs and pipes, durable concentrate rigs, handy accessories, or […]
Some State Leaders Challenging Marijuana Election Results
by Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy DirectorNovember 28, 2016 Political leaders in several states are threatening to thwart the implementation of voter-approved initiatives specific to the regulation of marijuana. In Massachusetts, where voters decided 54 percent to 46 percent on election day to legalize the cultivation, use, and retail sale of cannabis by adults, politicians have […]
2016 Holiday Gift Guide: Cannabis Glass Products
Green Beaker Bong with Ice Notch and Bubble Accents Standing at 16” high, this bong is designed with green coloring and accents along the bottom, bowl, and mouthpiece, with some cool bubble details around the mouthpiece for a nice, textured flourish. It also comes with a six-armed slitted diffused downstem for great filtration and smoother […]
2016 Holiday Gift Guide: Cannabis Vaporizer Products
G Slim Vape Pen Snoop Dogg Built for dry herbs, this affordable yet effective pen can fit and go with you anywhere and contains enough space in the heating chamber to keep you lifted throughout the day. It offers quick-heating action and also features a road map of Long Beach, CA, home of Snoop Dogg, […]
2016 Holiday Gift Guide: Cannabis Accessories
SmellSafe HeadCase The SmellSafe HeadCase from Ryot offers a slightly bigger storage option for small water pipes, bubblers, portable vaporizers, and spoon pipes. At 6”x2.5”, it can be stowed and kept out sight as well as out of smell thanks to a microscopic carbon enclosure and sturdy, lockable zippers. $18.99 More Details
2016 Holiday Gift Guide: Cannabis Concentrate Products
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These 4 States Could Legalize Recreational Marijuana Next
Shares 1.3K Legal cannabis has been a national headline since the November 8 election. The number of states with legal recreational weed doubled, going from 4 to 8. This raises a natural question: where will marijuana be legal next? When it comes to legalization, some states have more momentum going than others. Thus, it’s possible […]
First Marijuana Inhaler to Hit the Israeli Market Through Big Pharma Company
Good news for medical marijuana users: You may soon be able to buy a weed inhaler. The catch, however, is that the product will be sold only in Israel, where pharmaceutical company Teva Pharm signed an agreement to market a medical marijuana inhaler previously used in a hospital, Reuters reported. The company said this is […]
Want to smoke Hunter S. Thompson’s weed? Gonzo brand marijuana in works
Since we broke news of plans for a Hunter S. Thompson museum near Aspen two summers ago, his widow, Anita Thompson, has steadily been hard at work to honor the literary legend and counterculture icon. In June, Thompson closed on a legal trust transfer of the 42-acre Woody Creek compound known as Owl Farm, in […]
Trailer Park Boys Trio to Launch Legal Marijuana Brand
Ah, the Trailer Park Boys. For years Ricky, Julian, and Bubbles have been the voice of Canada’s lost and stoned generation. Since 1999, the holy trinity of Canadian dope smokers has been giving us Rickyisms and teaching us valuable lessons. Now, it seems that life is imitating art as the trio just signed a deal […]
The One Surprising Habit of HIGH-ly Successful People
Would you believe me if I told you that the catalyst for my success, the variable in my life that allows me to be a successful entrepreneur, is smoking a joint each morning with my coffee? You should see the looks I get when I tell people that I use cannabis in the morning and […]
Marijuana Could Treat Sexual Dysfunctions, Study Suggests
WikiMedia Commons TJ Baker | November 28, 2016 A new study released last week suggests that medical marijuana could be used to treat sexual dysfunctions. According to a study published in the journal Pharmacological Research and published online by the National Institute of Health, cannabis could lead to “a potential therapeutic target for sexual dysfunctions.” The study’s […]
Here’s Why Your Thanksgiving May Have Seemed More Stony Than Usual This Year
The day after Thanksgiving Day, a banner day for sales in every retail sector, has a name in the cannabis industry. It’s not Black Friday—it’s Green Friday, of course. Friday is already a strong day for cannabis sales. It’s the end of the week, it’s payday, it’s the name of a cannabis-heavy movie franchise. More […]
Montel Williams Announces Partnership with California Medicinal Marijuana Research & Manufacturing Company
A partnership between Montel Wiliams and BAS Research, first licensed medicinal marijuana manufacturing and research lap partnership was announced earlier this month. The partnership hopes to pave the way for medical-grade cannabis products. The partnership aims to create new products providing doctors with a wider range of high-quality medicinal cannabis options for patients that could benefit […]
Hawaii Department of Health Contracts with BioTrackTHC to Implement Medical Marijuana Seed-to …
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ The Hawaii State Department of Health has signed a contract with BioTrackTHC, formally authorizing the company to begin work on the development and deployment of the BioTrackTHC integrated tracking and traceability software system for the state’s Medical Marijuana Dispensary Licensing Program. The Medical Marijuana Dispensary Licensing Program was […]
Hawaii Department of Health Contracts with BioTrackTHC™ to Implement Medical Marijuana Seed …
FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., Nov. 28, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — The Hawaii State Department of Health has signed a contract with BioTrackTHC™, formally authorizing the company to begin work on the development and deployment of the BioTrackTHC™ integrated tracking and traceability software system for the state’s Medical Marijuana Dispensary Licensing Program. The Medical Marijuana Dispensary Licensing Program was […]
Hawaiʻi State Cannabis Program – Caution 2016
On HawaiiCannabis.org we educate and raise awareness. Without education and a certain awareness of the facts, patients in Hawaii are susceptible to rules, laws, regulations and separation from medicine and personal freedom. A few facts could help you avoid arrest. Thousands of Hawaii Cannabis prisoners are in jail now for minor errors in compliance. The state has […]
Not for Kids Warning Symbol
Not for Kids Warning Symbol Submitted by cmsadmin on November 28, 2016 – 01:43 Not for Kids Warning Symbol The Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board established a requirement to place the “Not for Kids” warning symbol on all marijuana edible products (marijuana infused products meant to be eaten or swallowed). The new requirement will […]
Weed Week PDX Kicks off this Week in Portland
As you may recall from our post last week, this week marks the first Weed Week event in the city of Portland. Weed Week is 5 days of networking, programming, and social gatherings for the cannabis industry, or for people who might be interested in its many facets. The week ends Saturday with a taste of terps and […]
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US: New Attorney General Could Mean No More Smoke Sessions
While many are still reeling from election night’s results, some of that dizzying effect may owe itself to new marijuana laws in eight states. Only one state didn’t pass its marijuana ballot measure, and we all already know who it is. Prop 205 failed by a relatively narrow margin—2.65 percent or 67,021 votes—compared to Clinton’s […]
WA: Anacortes Bans Medical Marijuana Cooperatives
Anacortes – The City Council voted 4-2 Monday to permanently ban medical marijuana cooperatives within city limits. A cooperative consists of four registered medical marijuana patients growing up to 60 plants in one residence for personal use. The ban was put in place because growing that many plants in a single home could cause problems […]
FL: Surterra, Trulieve Vie For Statewide Marijuana Market
For a few days after voters approved Amendment 2, a leafy marijuana sign adorned the sign post outside the red-brick building where the old Plantation Club used to be at 1639 Village Square Blvd. in Killearn. The sign has since been taken down. And there are no clues as to what goes on inside. The […]
Medical Marijuana, Hemp Businesses Expand In Vermont
Over the past two years a number of new marijuana-related businesses have registered in Vermont.The companies have formed in anticipation of pot legalization. Pot advocates are once again bullish about the prospects for a new law creating a regulated marijuana industry for adult consumption, despite mixed signals from Republican Gov.-elect Phil Scott and uncertainty at […]
FL: If You’re Eligible For Medical Pot, How Easy Will It Be To Get?
When Irvin Rosenfeld runs low on his monthly allotment of federal government marijuana, the Lauderhill stock broker drives south for about an hour to Miami’s health district, the only location where he can legally pick up a circular tin packed with 300 joints. It’s inconvenient: The pot he smokes every day to fight and treat […]
IL: Normal Marijuana Dispensary Now Open
Normal – Residents in Central Illinois now have local access to medical marijuana. “Our Normal location is open now Tuesday to Sunday,” said Trent Woloveck, vice president of national finance for the Denver, Colo.-based marijuana company, The Green Solution, which owns and operates the dispensary at 501 Northtown Road in Normal. TGS Illinois Inc., a […]
New Report Highlights Growing UK Support for Medical Cannabis
LONDON — The United Kingdom, long home to anti-drug crusaders, is turning a corner on cannabis. Politicians and members of the public increasingly agree on the need to allow and smartly regulate medical cannabis, creating potential not only for reform but for the launch of a legal marketplace. This week, the London-based free market-oriented think […]
4 States That Could Legalize Recreational Marijuana Next
You will find more statistics at Statista. Marijuana has been nearly unstoppable this year. Heading into Election Day, residents in nine states were set to vote on marijuana initiatives or amendments within their states. Five states had been looking to legalize recreational marijuana, whereas residents in four states were voting on medical cannabis initiatives or […]
Canada: Lifestyle Screening For Vets On Medical Marijuana Raises Concern On Stigma
Medical marijuana has been shown to possess numerous health benefits and many countries have already legalized its use. In Canada, former NDP MP Peter Stoffer suggests the screening of lifestyle of veterans who are using medical marijuana, turning the spotlight on the stigma surrounding its use. Under the Veterans Affairs Canada Rules, veterans are allowed […]
AU: WA Doctor Says “Medicinal Cannabis Could Help Sick Children At PMH Next Year”
One of WA’s most respected and senior neurologists believes there is potential for medicinal cannabis to help some of the sickest children at Princess Margaret Hospital from next year. PMH head of neurology Lakshmi Nagarajan, who is also the director of its epilepsy program, said there was evidence medicinal cannabis may be useful in treating […]
Ex-Big Pharma Executive Behind OxyContin Sells Medical Marijuana
John Stewart used to run the pharmaceutical company behind the narcotic painkiller OxyContin. Now he is banking on medical marijuana. Mr Stewart does not know which is more controversial these days, OxyContin or pot. He guesses the average person would give “a bigger negative” to the powerful and controversial painkiller that has been linked to […]
Bermuda: People Can Apply For Medical Cannabis
Ordinary citizens are technically able to apply for personal licences to possess medical cannabis, a Supreme Court ruling has shown. The November 9 hearing before Puisne Judge Stephen Hellman was a breakthrough for Michael Brangman, who has successfully argued that the Minister of National Security has the power to consider an application. “Forms exist for […]
Ireland: Medicinal Cannabis Offers ‘A New Horizon’ For Treatment Of Epilepsy
The Health Products Regulatory Authority (HPRA) has been asked by Mr Harris to provide an expert opinion on medicinal cannabis and any policy and legislative changes needed. HPRA chief executive Lorraine Nolan told an Oireachtas Committee on Health that a group of medical experts would be assisting the authority. Working in the area of controlled […]
SA: Another Country Looking To Legalise Medical Cannabis
The legal use of medical cannabis made headway this week as South Africa’s department of health plans to have cannabis recognised as a prescription drug, rather than an illegal substance. The Medical Control Council (MCC) has announced that their investigation into the use of medical cannabis has made progress. MCC registrar Dr Joey Gouws briefed […]
GA Mom Taking Lead On Next Push For Legal Cannabis Oil
Atlanta – Advocates for medical marijuana are gearing up for a fight in the legislature this upcoming session. And one local mom is leading the charge. “It was a kick in the gut, honestly,” Katie McKoy said. McKoy was in the hospital with one of her sons when the legislature shot down a bill that […]
IL: Medical-Cannabis Dispensary To Open In East Peoria
East Peoria – A medical-marijuana dispensary is to open early next month in East Peoria. The NuMed dispensary is to occupy space the Fashion Bug women’s clothing store once filled at 504 Riverside Drive. It’s in a strip mall located next to the Texas Roadhouse restaurant. The opening is scheduled for 11 a.m. Dec. 7, […]
FL: Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Could Be Halted By Bonita Springs Moratorium
The Florida Constitution now gives patients with debilitating conditions the ability to use marijuana as treatment. However, the city of Bonita Springs wants time to sort out specifics before the ruling goes into effect Jan. 3. “This just gives us 12 months to formulate our ideas and how to proceed,” City Attorney Audrey Vance said. […]
NY: NPs Can Soon Prescribe Medical Marijuana
Albany – By the end of the month, New York nurse practitioners will be able to certify patients for medical-marijuana prescriptions, the state Department of Health announced Tuesday. Under the amendment, which goes into effect on Nov. 30, state-registered nurse practitioners will be able to certify patients for medical marijuana. The nurses will first need […]
PA: Medical Marijuana Operations Will Try To Avoid NIMBY Treatment
If a medical marijuana growing operation opened near Lorraine Miller’s home off Route 512, the 82-year-old said she’d have a few questions. Standing in her kitchen Tuesday morning with a pot of coffee gurgling behind her, Miller said she’d worry about security at the site. Would people be lifting the drug to sell elsewhere? Would […]
8 Things To Know About Medical Marijuana In Connecticut
Connecticut legalized medical marijuana in 2012 and launched the program in 2014. HERE ARE SOME FACTS ABOUT THE PROGRAM: • There are more than 14,500 patients registered to purchase medical marijuana in Connecticut. • To get a prescription, a qualifying patient is seen by one of more than 500 registered physicians, who certifies that the […]
A Phase I, Double Blind, Randomized, Placebo Controlled, Maximal Dose Study to Determine the Safety, Tolerability of Topical Cream Containing MGC (Medical Grade Cannabis) in Healthy Volunteers
Primary Outcome Measures: Secondary Outcome Measures: The study is divided into 2 stages. Healthy subjects will be consented to participate in the study. Part I is designed to evaluate the single dose safety assessment of single application of MGC cream in 26 healthy volunteers (intact skin) for up to 24 consecutive hours under admission conditions […]
S 02, Ep. 32: He leads one of world's biggest marijuana firms; He's a former NFL pro who grows ganja
Published: Nov 25, 2016, 6:12 am • Updated: Nov 25, 2016, 6:12 am Featured guests: Chris Driessen, who’s president of Organa Bands, the parent company of OpenVape; and Marques Harris, co-founder of cultivation business District 8. Podcast: Play in new window | Download LOTS TO TALK ABOUT • Juggling marijuana licenses in multiple states and […]
Central European Legalization Efforts Gaining Political Support
Both the Czech Republic and the German city of Berlin could see the arrival of legal cannabis next year if efforts supported by Green parties there gain traction. Two opposition Czech political parties joined together with advocacy group Legalizace.cz this month, crafting a public petition that demands an end to prohibition in the country. The […]
Happy Danksgiving from NORML!
by Erik Altieri, NORML Executive Director November 24, 2016 As we celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday, NORML would like to acknowledge and give thanks to you, our faithful members and supporters. Without you, there is no us. As we reflect upon this unprecedented year, we have much to be thankful for: – Lawmakers in 24 states approved […]
PA: Erie Company Wants To Open Medical Marijuana Dispensary In Meadville
The likelihood of a medical marijuana dispensary coming to Meadville is high, according to a statement released by John Knox, the attorney for an Erie company that hopes to open locations in northwestern Pennsylvania. Passport West Eighth LLC issued a press release announcing its plans to apply for a license to open dispensaries in Erie, […]
NY: State Presses Onward With Medical Marijuana Program Expansions
The state Department of Health on Tuesday officially filed amendments and proposed rules for New York’s medical marijuana program that will allow it to authorize nurse practitioners and physician assistants to certify patients. Those expansions are not surprising and conform with proposals DOH issued in August. The department also said it expects to make a […]
New Arizona Medical Marijuana Proposal Emerging For 2018
Phoenix – Less than a month after voters rejected allowing the recreational use of marijuana, there’s a new – and scaled-back – proposal emerging for the 2018 ballot. The initiative crafted by operators of a medical marijuana dispensary would expand the list of conditions for which a doctor could recommend a patient be allowed to […]
MT: Complaint Seeks To Immediately Restore Access To Medical Marijuana
Butte – Montana Cannabis Industry Association attorney Jim Goetz filed a request in Broadwater County district court on Tuesday to immediately implement medical marijuana reform Initiative 182 and restore access to thousands of patients otherwise cut off until June 30. Goetz’ complaint contends the implementation date of June 30 is a scrivener’s error, and that […]
Missouri Missed Out On Medical Marijuana In 2016 – Here's Why
Notwithstanding the fascist buffoon elected to the White House, 2016 will be remembered as the year Americans flipped their country green. On November 8, voters in seven states slapped cannabis prohibition into the waste bin of history, pushing the total number of states with some form of legal weed to 28 – more than half […]
Here’s Why Medical Marijuana Is So Necessary Right Now
Cerebral palsy is a serious condition. Its effects vary largely between individuals, but usually involve some type of movement dysfunction in the arms, legs, and/or face, and in most cases, causes slurred speech. At present there is no cure for the condition, but there is a life-enhancing solution. Weed. Medical marijuana may be a life-changing […]
FL: Destin Cements Medical Cannabis Dispensary Rules
Destin – The city needs to place into law certain regulations on possible marijuana medical dispensaries and can always look at amending such rules later, City Councilwoman Prebble Ramswell said at Monday’s council meeting. Most of her fellow council members agreed, and then approved adopting an ordinance that restricts such dispensaries to Destin’s industrial district. […]
Doc – Medical Cannabis An Ally In Reggie Williams' Fight Against Pain
On this Thanksgiving Day, Reggie Williams will move freely and with only minor pain. A man who has endured 24 operations on his right knee, who has spent the last two decades in chronic agony, now passes his days in true thanks, for a treatment he says is his salvation. Williams is a regular user […]
FL: Tallahassee Doctor To Open New Local Medical Marijuana Center
Tallahassee is about to have a new medical practice focused on helping patients receive medical marijuana – just weeks after voters overwhelmingly approved Amendment 2, a constitutional amendment that greatly expands who can receive medical marijuana legally. Dr. Joseph Dorn, who has worked in palliative and hospice care for the last 12 years, will open […]
UK: Britons Want Cannabis Legalised For Medical Purposes
Britons strongly support the legalisation of cannabis for medical purposes, a snap Sky Data poll suggests. The survey found 72% back legalisation for medical use, with just 15% opposed. The remainder did not know or did not express a preference. But nearly half of the 1,001 people surveyed oppose the legalisation of cannabis for recreational […]
Where Marijuana Is The Doctor’s Orders, Will Insurers Pay?
Early this year, a disabled former automobile body worker named Greg Vialpando explained to lawmakers in New Mexico how medical marijuana helped his chronic back pain. State legislators were considering a bill backed by workers’ compensation insurers that would have exempted them from paying for medical marijuana. But Mr. Vialpando and another patient described how […]
NB: Veteran Calls Federal Cut To Medical Marijuana Coverage 'Irresponsible'
A Fredericton veteran says the Trudeau government’s decision to reduce the daily amount of medical marijuana it will cover for veterans could have serious consequences. Noah Starr, who served Afghanistan, says the government’s interference in the issue amounts to a threat to his health and well-being. “I do not consume cannabis for fun,” said Starr, […]
Georgia Medical Cannabis Debate Could Heat Up In January
Election Day was a winning day for marijuana. Voters in eight states approved either the growth of recreational marijuana or, like Florida, the production of medical cannabis. Those votes will increase pressure for change in Georgia. “We were obviously encouraged by all the positive votes,” said Shannon Cloud. She and her husband, Blaine Cloud, are […]
New Strains Alert: Monolith, Hoarfrost, Orange Durban, and More
This week’s New Strains Alert is just in time for the Feast of St. Stretchy Pants, also known as Thanksgiving. Spilling over like some stinky cornucopia, this list of strains is packed with the resinous bounty of Mother Nature herself. Enjoy a double dose of grape goodness in Grape Drink and Concord Grape Blockhead. If […]
Which Consumption Method is Best Around Your Relatives This Holiday Season?
As we hurl ourselves full steam ahead into the holiday season, one thought on every cannabis-savvy consumer’s mind is how to best enjoy the holiday with a little help from everyone’s favorite special herb. This can get a little tricky, especially for those of us whose family may not see eye-to-eye on the topic of […]
Cannabis real estate company gets NYSE approval, but Wall Street debut delayed
Published: Nov 23, 2016, 4:39 pm • Updated: Nov 23, 2016, 4:39 pm By Alicia Wallace, The Cannabist Staff The first cannabis company to land a listing on the New York Stock Exchange could go public early next week; however, a culmination of factors — including marijuana’s uncertain future on the federal level — appear […]
Exclusive: Seattle Officials Crafting Bill to Legalize Cannabis Delivery in Washington
It’s now been four years since Washington voters legalized cannabis. The state’s regulated market has been up and running for nearly two and a half. But despite being ahead of the curve historically, there’s one area where Washington lags woefully behind other adult-use states: delivery. Nearly every other—Oregon, Colorado, even some newcomers like California—have delivery […]
S 02, Ep. 31: She markets marijuana, He's Producer Vince
Published: Nov 23, 2016, 3:29 pm • Updated: Nov 23, 2016, 4:50 pm By The Cannabist Staff Featured guests: Cannabrand marketing agency co-founder Olivia Mannix and Denver Post videographer and Cannabist Show producer Vince Chandler. Podcast: Play in new window | Download LOTS TO TALK ABOUT • Multinational ad agencies are now working with cannabis […]
Recipe: How to Make a Cannabis-Infused Green Bean Casserole
Servings: 6 Approximate Dosage: 30mg per serving of beans Ingredients: 2 (9 ounce) packages frozen cut green beans, thawed (canned and drained green beans will work well, too) 8 slices bacon 10 cremini mushrooms, chopped 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup 1/2 cup shredded […]
Recipe: How to Make Creamy Cannabis-Infused Mashed Potatoes
Servings: 10-12 Approximate Dosage: 15mg per serving of potatoes Ingredients: 5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, (cooked, mashed) 2 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese ¼ cup cannabutter* ¼ cup regular butter 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 cup milk 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 tsp fresh rosemary, chopped (optional) Ground white pepper to taste RELATED STORY Recipe: […]
Montana Patients Seek Immediate Re-Opening of Medical Dispensaries
HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Medical marijuana advocates and patients are asking a judge to fix a mistake in a voter-approved ballot initiative that inadvertently delayed the re-opening of shuttered dispensaries in Montana by eight months. A state law that limited medical cannabis providers to three patients apiece took effect on Aug. 31 after a five-year battle, leaving […]
Recipe: How to Make Cannabis-Infused Turkey Sage Meatballs with Cranberry Orange Sauce
Servings: 22-24 meatballs Approximate Dosage: 1-2mg per meatball Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground turkey 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs 1 tablespoon cannabis-infused olive oil* 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh sage 1 large egg, lightly beaten 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1 1/4 cup canned […]
Enjoy a Gourmet Cannabis-Infused Thanksgiving with These Three Recipes
Planning a Thanksgiving menu for some cannabis-friendly guests? We’ve got a few recipes that are simple to execute but delicious enough to wow your friends and family members with gourmet flavors alongside a pleasant body high. To really take your holiday up a notch, pair this menu with pleasant tunes, warm lighting, and a cannabis-infused […]
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Cannabis Farms On the New Jersey Turnpike? Maybe Sooner Than You Think.
13 months to prepare In fact, the onetime presidential contender only has 13 months left in his New Jersey term. Christie has vowed to veto any move towards legalization during his tenure. Just recently, he proudly reiterated his determination to kill any progress on legalization. “You’re damn right I’m the only impediment” he said. “And I am […]
Here’s Who’s Trying To Derail Medical Cannabis in Arkansas
If you have not heard by now, Arkansas has passed medical marijuana. It’s a done deal. The Arkansas Department of Finance is making all of the regulations right now. The Arkansas Department of Health will oversee the patient program. It is the constitutional right of Arkansans to have safe and legal access to medical cannabis. […]
Trade Show Hysteria in Las Vegas: The Highs & Lows
As my plane approached Las Vegas last week, the anticipation of attending the third Marijuana Business Conference & Expo (MJ Biz) at the RIO between November 15-18 energized me, and boy did I need it! I hadn’t slept for a week with a bout of back pain and sciatica that made it impossible to rest. The […]
Recipes for the Perfect Weed Thanksgiving
Every year, I try to light up before indulging myself in the delicious spread of Thanksgiving food on the table. A good smoke always seemed to make the food taste better that it already was. But as I’ve gotten older (and had children) sneaking in this smoke break before eating has gotten harder and harder. […]
Press Teleconference: What Senator Jeff Sessions as Attorney General Would Mean for Criminal Justice Reform, Drug Policy Reform, and Civil and Human Rights
On Friday, news reports named Senator Jeff Sessions (R-AL) as Donald Trump’s nominee to be the next Attorney General. The Drug Policy Alliance is convening this call with reporters to highlight Jeff Sessions’ track record on civil and human rights, criminal justice reform and drug policy. Representatives from invited organizations will highlight how an Attorney […]
Four Ways Drug Policy Reformers Must Play It Smart Under the Trump Administration
November 22, 2016– By Bill Piper I began working, advocating and lobbying for federal-level drug policy reform in Washington, DC in the last year of Bill Clinton’s presidency. I’ve continued to do so ever since: I was a loyal soldier in the war against the War on Drugs through eight years of George W. Bush […]
President Obama Commutes the Sentences of 79 More People, Bringing His Total to more than 1,000
Today, President Barack Obama commuted the sentences of 79 people incarcerated in federal prison, almost all of whom were serving time under outdated and harsh drug sentences. This round of commutations brings the number of prisoners whose sentences have been commuted under President Obama to more than 1,000. The commutation of these prison sentences represents […]
The CannaSociety Soirée Takes Cannabis Parties to a Higher Level
Cannabis events aren’t just for warehouses anymore! The CannaSociety Soirée in Portland demonstrated how stunning a cannabis event really can be…and I was lucky enough to be invited. As more states legalize cannabis, social consumption becomes more of a topic of discussion. In fact, Denver recently passed a social consumption ordinance just a few weeks ago. […]
AZ: New Medical Marijuana Ballot Measure Brewing
Phoenix – Less than a month after voters rejected allowing marijuana for recreational use, there’s a new – and scaled back – proposal emerging for the 2018 ballot. The initiative crafted by operators of a medical marijuana dispensary would expand the list of conditions for which a doctor could recommend a patient be allowed to […]
AR: Changes To Medical Marijuana Taxes A Possibility, Says Governor
Arkansas voters approved medical marijuana earlier this month and the governor says he’s open to seeing if the voter-approved tax structure should be changed in January’s legislative session. Speaking to reporters at the state Capitol on Monday, Governor Asa Hutchinson said he hasn’t yet made up his mind on new taxes or shifting where marijuana […]
MA: Getting The Best Deal On Medical Marijuana
If you get up real close to the New England Treatment Access medical marijuana dispensary in Northampton, you can smell the earthy aroma of cannabis through the brick walls. Established in 2015, NETA’s Conz Street dispensary is, so far, the only medical Mary Jane shop west of Worcester. In August, I obtained my Massachusetts medical […]
CA: Campbell City Council Prepares For Possible Special Election On Medical Marijuana
The Campbell City Council is preparing for a potential special election next year regarding the cultivation, delivery and dispensing of medical marijuana within city limits. At its Nov. 15 study session, the council asked city staff to bring back more information at its Dec. 6 meeting. In March the city council approved an ordinance banning […]
FL: Manatee County Seeks Medical Marijuana Moratorium
Changes are coming to Florida after the Nov. 8 election and Manatee County is considering additional regulations on the growing and dispensing of medical marijuana. Amendment 2, a state constitutional amendment to expand the use of medical marijuana, was approved by 71 percent of statewide voters. The amendment “allows medical use of marijuana for individuals […]
MD: Council Members To Discuss Tweak To Medical Marijuana Regulations
Growing medical marijuana in Anne Arundel County is closer to becoming a reality. But the county’s zoning code first needs a change to clear a hurdle officials say they didn’t intend to create. County Council members will take up a bill Monday night that proposes to alter a distance restriction for medical marijuana growers and […]
Jamaica: Cannabis Authority To Grant Conditional Permits By Year End
The Cannabis Licensing Authority (CLA) expects to grant conditional licences by the end of the year for the growing and processing of ganja for medicinal and therapeutic purposes and research and development. Chairman of the CLA Board, Hyacinth Lightbourne, told JIS News that the entity has received 89 applications. Of the number, 25 are for […]
Cayman Islands: Governor Approves Medical Cannabis Oil
Cayman Islands Governor Helen Kilpatrick has assented to changes to the Misuse of Drugs Law allowing for the importation of oil derived from the marijuana plant for medical purposes only. That means Cayman pharmacists and doctors can lawfully import and prescribe cannabinoid [cannabis] oil for patients, as long as they can find a source to […]
Maryland Medical Pot Regulators Push Back Dispensary Decisions To November 28
Maryland medical cannabis regulators are set to award preliminary licenses to open medical marijuana dispensaries on Nov. 28, to the ire of a Maryland lawmaker challenging the state over a lack of racial diversity in the burgeoning industry. The Maryland Medical Cannabis Commission will meet in Ellicott City to authorize retail marijuana sales based on […]
GA: New “I-420” Columns Highlight Marijuana Reform Efforts
And so it begins. After quitting my good government job four months ago, I’ve been on a journey without a road map or any guarantee that I’ll reach the final destination in one piece. I confess this adventure seems a little bit nuts. Scary too. But, throwing caution (and what’s left of my 401K) to […]
AR: Local Pot Dispensaries Not Guaranteed Under Amendment
Medical marijuana is coming to Arkansas, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it will be coming to a town near you. The state amendment that provides for medical marijuana, which was approved by Arkansas voters on Nov. 8, also allows citizens to ban marijuana cultivation facilities and dispensaries within a city or county through a popular […]
Some Doctors Glad That Florida’s Medical Marijuana Passed
Medical Marijuana Could Help Save Lives In Florida While Florida was one of the key focal points for a Donald Trump victory, it also had some victories of it’s own – at least for 71 percent of the population. Amendment 2, the medical marijuana, amendment also passed on election night. The amendment passed with 71 […]
ND: State’s Marijuana Measure Hazy
North Dakota voters overwhelmingly voted to approve Initiated Statutory Measure No. 5, known as the medical marijuana law, in the recent election. The measure passed with a 64 percent statewide majority, the same percentage as totaled in Ward County. State law says initiated measures must be enacted within 30 days of passage, but sometimes that […]