Cannabis MSO Verano entering Connecticut via acquisitions – Marijuana Business Daily
Chicago-based cannabis multistate operator Verano Holdings announced its expansion into Connecticut with multiple acquisitions, including one completed deal and two pending purchases. One of the pending deals, the acquisition of a cultivation business, is valued at more than $130 million and will give Verano a vertically integrated presence in the state. Advertisement “These acquisitions are expected to be immediately accretive and accelerate vertical integration for Verano in Connecticut, one of the most recent states to pass adult-use legislation,” Verano said in a Wednesday news release. Connecticut legalized recreational cannabis in June, with sales expected to begin in 2022. Verano’s Connecticut…
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This MMA fighter is taking on cannabis stigma in sports
This MMA fighter is taking on cannabis stigma in sports – Leafly Leafly Leafly ® Loading… Where are you from? noyes Remember me for 30 days. I confirm that this is not a shared device. Darn! You’re not old enough to use Leafly. Redirecting you to By accessing this site, you accept the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Mixed martial artist Elias Theodorou stepped out of the ring recently to attend MJBizCon, a cannabis industry conference and expo in Las Vegas. The Canadian athlete was there on a mission—to promote organizations and brands that are striving to break the…
Read More »2021’s Best Delta 8 Gummies: THC Gummies From Best Delta 8 Brands Reviewed | Get Top Weed Edibles For Sale Near Me – Peninsula Daily News
Need to sleep on clouds? Need a rest from a hard workday? Or just missing the feeling of calmness and relaxation? The tastiest way to sleep tight at night. Introducing the newest, legal and organic hemp gummies. With a bunch of delicious flavors, the best Delta-8 THC gummies are made just for you. If you like gummies, then you definitely have to get yourself some of these. Perfect choice for individuals who want non-smokable relaxatives. The best Delta-8 gummies are strong as the Delta-9, but they are federally legal and do not cause anxiety and paranoia. Delta-8 edibles would not…
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Middletown webinar to explore impact of marijuana legalization for businesses – The Greater New Milford Spectrum
MIDDLETOWN — The Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce will host a webinar exploring “The Legalization of Recreational Cannabis in Connecticut” Wednesday via Zoom. It will run from 9 to 10:30 a.m., and be presented by attorneys Megan Carannante and Zachary Zeid of Pullman & Comely, according to a press release. They will discuss the legalization of recreational cannabis, which has opened up an “exciting” new market in Connecticut, the chamber said. “However, as with any new industry, there are a host of regulations and legal issues to navigate. For Connecticut employers, the new law imposes some new restrictions on employers…
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Ohio Republican Lawmakers More Likely To Back Marijuana Legalization Than Democrats, Legislative Survey Shows – Marijuana Moment
Denver was the first city in the U.S. to decriminalize psilocybin mushrooms—and two and half years after the reform was approved by voters, a panel established under the initiative working to build upon that success. The City Council’s Finance and Governance Committee delved into the issue at a hearing on Tuesday, with members of the Denver Psilocybin Mushroom Policy Review Panel making a presentation on recommendations it’s been developing. That includes expanding decriminalization to cover gifting and communal use of the psychedelic. Kevin Matthews, who spearheaded the 2019 decriminalization effort and now serves as the founder of Vote Nature in…
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Haskins man indicted for growing pot | News | sent-trib.com – Sentinel-Tribune
A Wood County man has been indicted for growing marijuana and a Connecticut man has been accused of pulling a knife on patrons at a Levis Commons restaurant. A Wood County grand jury indicted Brett L. Moon, 49, Haskins, on Nov. 3 for illegal manufacture of drugs or cultivation of marijuana and possession of marijuana, both third-degree felonies. According to court documents, on or about Sept. 1, 2020, Moon knowingly cultivated marijuana in an amount more than 5,000 grams and was also found in possession of that amount. Andriy Plyuta, 35, New Britain, Connecticut, was indicted for attempted felonious assault,…
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Two Dozen Governors Call On Congress To Pass Marijuana Banking Reform Through Defense Bill – Marijuana Moment
A bipartisan coalition of two dozen governors is urging congressional leaders to finally enact marijuana banking reform through large-scale defense legislation. In a letter sent to top lawmakers in the House and Senate on Tuesday, the state officials said the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act should be attached to the must-pass National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The House has already approved its version and included the banking legislation, but it’s uncertain if the Senate will follow suit. Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (D) led the letter, which is also signed by the governors of 22 other states and territories,…
Read More »Cannabis & Depression: Studies Suggest Marijuana Can Help
There’s no denying that life, with its unpredictable twists and turns, can be a bit overwhelming a lot of the time. Though many people don’t like to talk about it, depression has become a common ailment among both teens and adults, with more than 300 million people affected by it worldwide. Some people have found ways to cope and manage depression through exercise, diet, self-care, therapy, prescription pills or other alternatives that seem to lighten the load. But for others, these methods might be helpful but they still struggle with consistent and intense feelings of sadness, hopelessness, chronic fatigue, loss of interest…
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