NV judge reverses cop’s cannabis firing (Newsletter: August 16, 2021) – Marijuana Moment
WI lawmakers announce legalization bill at IL dispensary; USDA approves CO hemp plan; MI funds research on marijuana for PTSD with cannabis revenue Subscribe to receive Marijuana Moment’s newsletter in your inbox every weekday morning. It’s the best way to make sure you know which cannabis stories are shaping the day. Your support makes Marijuana Moment possible… *Rattling the tip jar* Got a few dollars you can spare to help Marijuana Moment pay our writers, keep our website running and grow into the kind of robust news organization the fast-paced world of drug policy deserves?Join us for $25/month and be a…
Read More »Westport business YUP PUP helps military dogs returning from war – News 12 Connecticut
News 12 Staff Aug 16, 2021, 1:27am Updated on: Aug 16, 2021, 2:21pm A dog treat company based in Westport has teamed up with a Texas nonprofit called Mission K-9 to help dogs returning from war. They’re working together to give America’s furry heroes a soft-landing back home after risking their lives to defend our freedom. YUP PUP is donating its CBD treats to help military dogs suffering from joint pain, anxiety and other problems.
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Colorado pot entrepreneurs fuel ‘green rush’ in Oklahoma – Associated Press
OKEMAH, Okla. (AP) — Chip Baker surveyed a vast field on the outskirts of an old hay farm an hour east of Oklahoma City, his ponytail waving in the thick, humid air, his voice growing excited. “This is probably the largest collection of Squirt in the world!” he boasted, pointing to an array of neatly plotted cannabis plants before him that will soon flower pounds of the popular strain. Baker would know. From the time he planted his first marijuana plant at 13, he’s been all about growing weed. A dream formed in the Georgia fields took him to Humboldt…
Read More »How to Deal With Cannabis-Induced Panic Attacks
Although cannabis is often associated with relaxing, mellow effects full of smiles and laughter, in certain situations, depending on the intensity of the strain and the tolerance of the user, the herb can bring on some unwanted vibes in the form of a full-blown panic attack. It is the kind of scenario that typically plays out in a social setting, where a group of bright-eyed cannabis enthusiasts brimming with curiosity have been experimenting with the current powers of pot. Everyone in the room is smoking popular, high-THC strains, like Blue Dream and GG #4, eating cannabis edibles without regard to…
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What is the future of legal weed in Danbury? Depends which mayoral candidate is elected – Danbury News Times
DANBURY – Democrat Roberto Alves said retail marijuana businesses would have the green light in the Hat City if he is elected mayor in November, while Republican Dean Esposito said his administration would first seek the will of the people. “As the mayor, first I would look into getting a good feel of what actual residents think about this type of business,” Esposito said. “The tax revenue is the key because that is one of the main motivators why the state went with it, but I want to work with the residents.” Alves disagrees with a yellow light approach, saying…
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Cancer patients use less marijuana than general public, study finds – Science Daily
Last month, three states — Virginia, South Dakota and Connecticut — joined the ranks of more than a dozen others that have legalized marijuana — also known as cannabis — for recreational use. Yet, despite these changing laws and growing social acceptance of the drug, a new study finds that use is still lower among cancer patients. The study, published today in the journal Cancer by researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University Massey Cancer Center, analyzed data from nearly 20,000 people over a span of four years and found that reports of marijuana use peaked at 9% for cancer patients, compared…
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Michigan Marijuana Sales Broke Another Record In July, State Data Shows – Marijuana Moment
Legal marijuana sales in multiple states reached record highs in mid-2020 as coronavirus spread across the nation, according a new study. To date, sales in the four states examined in the analysis—Alaska, Colorado, Oregon and Washington—”have increased more during the COVID-19 pandemic than in the previous two years.” The study, authored by a group of health researchers, gathered pre-tax cannabis sales data from state regulatory agencies and compared those numbers over time. It found that even amid stay-at-home orders that dealt hard hits to other economic sectors, cannabis sales picked up speed. “Findings show a general increase in cannabis sales…
Read More »Trulieve Opens Dispensary in Leesburg, Florida – PRNewswire
TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Aug. 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Trulieve Cannabis Corp. (CSE: TRUL) (OTCQX: TCNNF) (“Trulieve” or “the Company”), a leading and top-performing cannabis company based in the United States, today announced the opening of its 88th Florida dispensary in Leesburg, Florida, the Company’s 97th location nationwide. The new 4,620 sq. ft. dispensary expands patient access throughout Central Florida, joining nearby locations in Eustis and The Villages. The opening of its 88th store underscores Trulieve’s commitment to ensuring all of Florida’s medical cannabis patients have safe, reliable access to the high-quality products they rely on. To celebrate the opening of the Leesburg location,…
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