All posts in CBD News

In 2021, growers from marginalized groups received funds and government assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), but not by the same means—or in the same amount—that many of them had hoped. A federal judge blocked a massive debt relief program that Congress outlined in the American Rescue Plan Act. However, the agency has provided historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and other institutions with grant funding for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) farmers, veterans, immigrants, and refugees. USDA Grants, Loans, and Assistance The USDA’s 2021 funded projects included nearly $18.7 million in grants for its Socially…

A round-up of openings, closings, and other news about West Hartford businesses. By Ronni Newton The doldrums of winter are upon us, and once the holidays are over, the Christmas decorations are stored away (we enjoyed our tree through Sunday morning, but then un-decorated it and brought it to the curb because this is the last week the town will pick up trees), I am already dreaming of springtime. I chose my “Let it Snow” mug for Friday morning’s pretty snow. Photo credit: Ronni Newton This time of year I find myself humming (okay actually singing out loud) “Desperado,” particularly…

A round-up of openings, closings, and other news about West Hartford businesses. By Ronni Newton The doldrums of winter are upon us, and once the holidays are over, the Christmas decorations are stored away (we enjoyed our tree through Sunday morning, but then un-decorated it and brought it to the curb because this is the last week the town will pick up trees), I am already dreaming of springtime. I chose my “Let it Snow” mug for Friday morning’s pretty snow. Photo credit: Ronni Newton This time of year I find myself humming (okay actually singing out loud) “Desperado,” particularly…

Cannabinoids in the form of edibles have caught people’s hearts. Especially the Delta 8 THC gummy, a favorite among cannabis enthusiasts. The yummy fruit-flavored gummies infused with this cannabinoid, legal and flawless, poked our attention because they momentarily enjoyed their eternal fame. That’s wonderful; however, with various gummies teeming the market, it’s often challenging to make the proper choice all by yourself. In that case, we decided to assist you and equip you with knowledge. We don’t want you to get scammed and finish your relationship with the gummies before it even starts. Accordingly, we selected the top five brands…

Owners Mike and Rachel Haseltine confirmed the news in a Facebook post this week, which highlighted the struggles of being a small business operating during the pandemic. “Since opening our doors (and even before) we have endured many challenges many of which we were able to overcome. Like all small businesses around the world we tirelessly worked to keep our doors open during the pandemic and received much support from our community,” the couple said in their Facebook post. “Unfortunately we have not been able to make it completely on the other side and are announcing we have closed our…

Owners Mike and Rachel Haseltine confirmed the news in a Facebook post this week, which highlighted the struggles of being a small business operating during the pandemic. “Since opening our doors (and even before) we have endured many challenges many of which we were able to overcome. Like all small businesses around the world we tirelessly worked to keep our doors open during the pandemic and received much support from our community,” the couple said in their Facebook post. “Unfortunately we have not been able to make it completely on the other side and are announcing we have closed our…

Owners Mike and Rachel Haseltine confirmed the news in a Facebook post this week, which highlighted the struggles of being a small business operating during the pandemic. “Since opening our doors (and even before) we have endured many challenges many of which we were able to overcome. Like all small businesses around the world we tirelessly worked to keep our doors open during the pandemic and received much support from our community,” the couple said in their Facebook post. “Unfortunately we have not been able to make it completely on the other side and are announcing we have closed our…

Owners Mike and Rachel Haseltine confirmed the news in a Facebook post this week, which highlighted the struggles of being a small business operating during the pandemic. “Since opening our doors (and even before) we have endured many challenges many of which we were able to overcome. Like all small businesses around the world we tirelessly worked to keep our doors open during the pandemic and received much support from our community,” the couple said in their Facebook post. “Unfortunately we have not been able to make it completely on the other side and are announcing we have closed our…